My name is Abed Al Rahman. Before the war, I was filled with vibrant dreams of pursuing a career in law. Years of dedication and hard work eventually paid off, and I was able to fulfill my dream of becoming a lawyer. However, when the war erupted, it felt as though my life was ripped apart, and turned upside down, leaving my aspirations and achievements in ruins.

As the war escalated, tearing through our lives with indescribable pain and hurt, my community and I became refugees within the borders of our own country. Witnessing the suffering and displacement around me, I was moved by a deep sense of duty to assist those in dire need. It became clear to me that amidst this chaos, I could lend a helping hand.

Reaching out to my friends and contacts outside, I set on a mission to gather support for the displaced people of Gaza. Thanks to the generosity and compassion of individuals from across the globe and a contribution of 90,000 USD from my family and I, we were able to secure donations. These funds have been essential in providing essential food supplies and aid, to those affected by the war.

Video of previous donations being distributed

Today, I turn to you, not to seek assistance for myself, but to appeal to your sense of humanity and kindness. My plea is not for donations so that I can leave Gaza, it’s my home—the place I love and cherish, and one I cannot imagine abandoning. Instead, I am reaching out to the kind and noblehearts around the world to help us continue our efforts in feeding and aiding the displaced people here. I will be taking a small percentage to aid my family and I as we’ve also been severely impacted and had our house destroyed.

The situation is dire, and every contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in the lives of those who have lost everything to the war. Your support can provide a ray of hope in these darkest of times, offering not just food and aid, but a message of solidarity and compassion to those who have endured unimaginable losses.

Please, join me in this crucial mission to ease the suffering of the displaced people in Gaza. Together, we can make a difference, one act of kindness at a time. Thank you for considering my plea for help, and for any support you can offer.