I do.
Our goal is clear: to ensure no one in our community goes to bed hungry. This is more than just an initiative, it's a personal vow.
In response to the crisis, my brother Mahmoud and his friends took a bold step; they started a soup kitchen in Bait Lahia. With just four large pots, some wood for fire, and essential ingredients, they began preparing hot meals for our neighbors. That first day, we fed 120 families. It was a modest beginning, but it marked the start of something incredible. Despite the challenges, including the risks of gathering ingredients, our commitment didn’t waver. This kitchen became our community’s beacon of hope.
Word spread rapidly, and the next day, even more neighbors arrived. Mahmoud sprang into action, venturing out to procure ingredients for a fresh meal. He returned with leafy greens, onions, and mushrooms, crafting a new dish that was as delightful as it was nourishing. The kitchen’s capacity has now expanded to accommodate meals for up to 3000 people daily, and the numbers continue to grow. For many, this was their first substantial meal in days, and the departure from canned food was a welcomed change that filled hearts with gratitude.
You may wonder why these individuals can accomplish something that few have managed to do in the heart of starvation in Gaza. That would be a fair question.
- First, Bait Lahia has some farms where veggies and wild greens are now in season.
- We made sure they had the money to purchase these hard-to-find items.
- Additionally, they are located in the heart of the market, so they can easily spot any of these veggies and cooking essentials arriving at the market.
- They have also visited farms close to the Green Line to find veggies and have been lucky a few times. Once, they purchased overgrown zucchinis that should have been picked weeks ago.
- Mom and my sisters lovingly wake up early to peel and prep the food for the day’s meals.
Your assistance can help us bring sustenance to an area with minimal aid, where children face the harsh reality of starvation. This personal initiative, coordinated with our family in North Gaza, ensures transparency. Your contribution, starting at five dollars, can provide a hot meal to desperate families enduring challenging conditions, intentionally isolated from the rest of the world.
Your $5, $10, $50 will go a long way with this initiative. We also need you to pray for their safety as they do this heroic work.
