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Frequently Asked Questions
Typically, individuals will buy food, tents, hygiene products (including feminine hygiene products and soap), clothes to stay warm, blankets, internet, and access to electricity.
We require direct methods of transfer, wiring the funds directly to the family's account. We avoid indirect methods and using services that take commission or fees.
Deciding whether to donate to a non-profit organization or directly to an individual family is a personal choice. However, the situation in Gaza has made it increasingly difficult for aid organizations to deliver assistance effectively.
One way to address this issue is by providing financial support directly to the people of Gaza. By gifting money directly to affected families, you empower them to access available resources in a way that best meets their immediate needs. People living in Gaza understand the local context better than anyone else and are in the best position to make informed decisions on how to care for their families, whether it’s securing food, warmth, or other essentials. When you donate directly to a family, you give them the autonomy to make choices that help them stay healthy, safe, and supported in these challenging times.
First and foremost, it's important to know that any gift, no matter the amount, makes a difference. However, there are other ways you can help beyond giving money. Every campaign relies on its donors to reach its goal, and raising awareness can significantly increase the chances of receiving more donations.
One way to contribute is by raising awareness for a specific campaign. Financial gifts tend to grow when a community connects with the story of a specific person or family. There are many ways to help spread the word, including personally reaching out to friends and family to share the story, posting on social media, organizing events or any other creative ideas you might have!
No matter how you choose to contribute, we deeply appreciate how you are choosing to help!
According to Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, Norwegian Refugee Committee, CARE International, Save the Children, ActionAid, Christian Aid, War Child, Islamic Relief, HelpAge International, American Friends Service Committee, Oxfam, and other aid organizations, very little aid has gotten into Gaza. Of the little aid that has gotten in, it is directed by Israel to be stolen so that they can profiteer by selling this aid at unreasonably high prices to people in Gaza.
All gifts made directly to individuals and families in Gaza give people in Gaza the ability to combat these high prices and purchase food until more aid is allowed in.
When there is this much need, it can feel overwhelming to choose a campaign. The most important thing to know is that any gift helps. You can choose a single campaign to gift to, or you can split a gift across multiple campaigns. Do what you can to not get overwhelmed by the situation when trying to help; nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something.
When choosing a specific campaign, we have a couple of tools to choose from. You can browse all campaigns and select one (or many!), or you can use our matching tool to randomly select a campaign.
We understand that when it comes to donating, you want to be sure your contribution is going to the right place. Especially with the situation in Gaza becoming more catastrophic every day, the appeals are growing in numbers and it’s normal to seek reassurance before donating.
Families featured on the website go through an onboarding process and are fully vetted. We not only promote their campaigns but are also active donors to every family on the platform. We communicate regularly and through building an ongoing relationship with every family we establish a high confidence with each other.
We also recommend supporting our online shop. 100% of the proceeds are guaranteed to go directly to the families in need. This option ensures that your donation is securely routed to these verified campaign. Plus, by purchasing a Palestinian item designed by Gazans, you are not only supporting a family but also contributing to the resilience and creativity of the people of Gaza.
If you have any more questions, we'd love to answer them! Please feel free to email your questions to info@helpfundgaza.com.
Your generosity means the world, and we're here to make sure your contributions make the biggest impact possible. If you ever have concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re always happy to help!