UAE Launches Humanitarian Drive to Aid Palestinians in Gaza: know How to Donate and Help

Gaza Conflict: In response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has initiated a nationwide humanitarian campaign to provide support to Palestinian families and children affected by the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The UAE’s “Tarahum” (Compassion) for Gaza campaign, as reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM), is dedicated to delivering essential relief packages to those in dire need.

Donation Sites Across the UAE

Emirates Red Crescent has established multiple donation sites across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Fujairah for public members to contribute food, hygiene materials, and health supplies towards the humanitarian relief packages.

Abu Dhabi Donation Sites:

• Emirates Red Crescent Headquarters
• Carrefour, Airport Road
• Marina Mall Caravan
• Shahama, Baniyas Co-operative Society
• Khalifa City (behind the shops)
• Baniyas City (next to Lulu Hypermarket)
• Al Shawamekh (in front of Lulu Express)

Dubai Donation Sites:

• Emirates Red Crescent Headquarters in Al Quoz
• Umm Ramool, Al Garhoud
• Mall of the Emirates
• City Centre Al Shindagha
• City Centre Meaisem
• City Centre Mirdif
• Arabian Centre

Sharjah Donation Sites:

• Nekheelat Authority Office
• Sharjah Co-operative Society, Helwan
• Sharjah Co-operative Society, Al Dhaid
• Lulu Hypermarket, Al Hazana

Fujairah Donation Sites:

• Emirates Red Crescent Headquarters
• Al Bustan Hall
• Masafi Council
• Bidiyah Council
• Hawaya Suburb, Khorfakkan
• Suhaila Suburb, Kaiba
• Dibba Fujairah Co-operative Society for Fishermen

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What to Donate

The donated supplies will be categorized into three humanitarian aid packages: children, women, and food. To ensure your contributions align with the specific needs, here is a comprehensive list of the items required for each category:

For Children’s Basket:

• 2 Milk Powder
• 2 Cerelac
• 2 Liquid milk (Aptamil)
• 1 Dietary supplement
• 1 Towel
• 1 Biscuit pack
• 2 Toothpaste
• 3 Toothbrushes
• 6 Soap
• 1 Shampoo
• 1 Body Cream
• 3 Baby Diapers
• 2 Wet wipes

For Women’s Basket:

• 2 Towels
• 1 Blanket
• 1 Disinfectant
• 2 Shampoo
• 6 Soap
• 2 Toothpaste
• 5 Toothbrushes
• 1 Shaving kit
• 2 Women’s cotton pads

For Food Carts:

• 1 Flour
• 1 Oil
• Dates
• 3 Foul
• 2 Hummus Seeds
• 3 Hummus Tahini
• 2 Green peas
• 2 Corn
• 4 Tuna cans
• 2 Meat
• Tea
• Salt
• Sugar
• Biscuits

Where to Deliver Your Donations

Emirates Red Crescent has branches across the UAE, making it convenient for individuals to drop off their contributions. Here are some of the locations:

• Dubai: Garhoud Street – next to Sheikh Zayed Housing
• Abu Dhabi: The General Secretariat, Zayed Sports City
• Abu Dhabi: Baniyas
• Al Ain: Beside Alain Coop
• Sharjah: Alrahmaniya area, Sharjah – Althed intersection 6
• Ajman: Meshairef area – Behind Etisalat
• Ras Al Khaimah: Dafan al Khor – Beside RAK Bridge
• Fujairah: King Faisal Street
• Al Dhafra: Near Alradwan Mosque
• Umm Al Quwain: Alraas area C – AlMualla street 26
• RCUAE Sharjah Hospital: AlWehda Road – Hilwan Alramla – West
• Expo Centre Sharjah: Al Taawun Street—Al Khan

Gaza Campaign: Businesses Joining the Cause

Notably, a range of businesses in the UAE have stepped up to support this humanitarian effort. Many donate a portion or all of their proceeds for a specific period. Among these generous businesses are restaurants like Mama Rita, Maiz, Mamaesh, Burro Blanco, The Palestinian Bakery, Rascals Deli, and Koala Picks. Online shops such as Lullabae, Babies Basic, and Monkibox are also contributing to the cause.

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Current Situation

As the Israel-Gaza conflict continues, it has already claimed the lives of more than 4,000 individuals, with over 600,000 people forcibly displaced from their homes, according to The National.

The “Compassion for Gaza” campaign is a response to the urgent situation, with H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, providing Dhs73.5 million in humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people. Furthermore, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, directed an additional Dhs50 million in support. These contributions will be channeled through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestine Refugees in the Near East.

The UAE’s collective effort reflects the country’s commitment to offering support and relief to those grappling with the devastating consequences of the conflict in Gaza. Your involvement, whether through in-kind donations or financial contributions, can profoundly impact the lives of those in need.

Let us stand in solidarity and offer assistance to the Palestinian people during this challenging time.