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Urgent Appeal
Gaza numbers.
The crisis, and our response.
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of population without access to clean water
Gaza has reached an unprecedented level of devastation.
Since October 7th, over 70,000 Palestinians have been killed, with almost 70% of the victims being women and children. The entire population of 2.2 million Gazans requires urgent humanitarian assistance.
The humanitarian emergency remains severe. Essential supplies such as food, clean water, medicine, and fuel are still extremely limited.
Entire neighbourhoods have been destroyed. Hospitals and shelters are overwhelmed, and families continue to face life-threatening conditions every day. Gaza’s water networks have been decimated. Per capita water availability has dropped by 97%, leaving families without safe water for drinking, cooking, or sanitation.
There can be no meaningful recovery without sustained access to life-saving aid, the restoration of basic services including clean water, and long-term support for families who have lost everything.
The need for aid
Clean water has become one of the most urgent needs in Gaza. With water networks decimated, families are struggling to access safe water for drinking, cooking, and basic sanitation.
IDRF is currently delivering 1.3 million litres of clean water daily, and the need continues to grow.
Daily life in Gaza is a fight for survival. This dire situation necessitates continuous aid to sustain life in Gaza, every single day. Vulnerable groups, including children, pregnant women, the disabled, and the elderly, are particularly at risk and need immediate support.
Our Water Collection Points
Across the Gaza Strip
Our Water Collection Points
Across the Gaza Strip
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Deliver life-saving water
across Gaza
The need has never been greater. Your gift today puts food, shelter, and medical care in the hands of those who have endured so much, for so long.
How is IDRF helping?
We continue to work closely with trusted local partners to deliver urgent assistance across all fronts, including medical aid, food support, psychosocial care, and emergency shelter.
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Water, sanitation & hygiene
Our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program focuses on three key areas to address urgent needs in Gaza:
Water Desalination Plant: Our plant converts contaminated or saltwater into clean, drinkable water every single day, producing over 1.3 million litres of fresh water. Families can collect water directly, or it is delivered to them.
Water Trucks: We operate trucks with 10,000-litre capacity, delivering clean water from the plant to displacement camps across Gaza.
Jerry Cans: Water is also distributed in jerry cans for families without containers or access to water points. These are a critical tool for portability and dignity.
02
Food aid
We resumed our food parcel program in Gaza, ensuring vulnerable families have access to essential food supplies.
Each food parcel contains staple items to support a family of 6–7 people for approximately one week, including: pasta, rice, cheese, canned fish, beans, tomato paste, sugar, frying oil, tahini, bread, yeast, thyme, and more.
To ensure families have consistent access to food, we conduct regular distributions and working to reach as many families as possible. Food parcels are sourced, packaged, and delivered through our local team and partners, making sure aid reaches those who need it most.
Cost per parcel:
$100 provides a family with a week’s worth of essential food.
03
Medical clinics & hospital support
We have established five medical clinics in Gaza, offering primary medical care to those in need. To expand our reach, we aim to set up eight additional medical points across Gaza and introduce essential trauma services to existing clinics.
We also support hospitals by supplying fuel to keep generators running and ensuring facilities remain operational. In addition, we provide hospitals with much-needed consumables, medication, and, where possible, larger medical equipment to enhance the quality of care and treatments available.
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Non-food items
Our non-food assistance focuses on providing essential support through two key areas:
Tents: We continue to establish tent homes as a temporary housing solution for displaced families. These tents are equipped with basic furnishings, including mattresses, blankets, and pillows, to offer comfort and dignity during difficult times.
Clothing: With many families having lost all their belongings, there is an urgent need for clothing. Priority is given to women, children, and seniors, followed by other vulnerable groups, ensuring everyone in need receives essential garments.
In The Media
Two years of resilience
Read our Gaza impact report, tracing two years of humanitarian response, outcomes, and the road ahead.
FAQs
Everything you need to know before you give.
What is included in each food parcel?
Each parcel contains essential staple foods such as
• 1 kg pasta
• 2 kg rice
• 0.5 kg yellowcheese
• 2 cans of fish
• 2 cans of beans
• 1 can of tomato paste
• 2 kg sugar
• 1 liter frying oil
• 0.5 kg tahina
• 2 cans of white cheese
• 1 packet bread
• yeast
• 0.25 kg thyme
How long does one parcel last a family?
Each parcel is designed to support a family of 6–7 people for approximately one week.
How often are distributions taking place?
IDRF is conducting food parcel distributions on a bi-weekly basis to ensure families have consistent access to food.
Where are the food parcels distributed?
Currently, parcels are being distributed in Gaza City and Khan Younis.
How are the food parcels procured?
Food is procured locally through suppliers that receive shipments through the ports, as available. Supplies are then transported to IDRF’s warehouse, repacked into family-sized parcels, and distributed through our logistics team.
How much does one food parcel cost?
Each parcel costs $120. This covers procurement, packaging, and delivery to families in need.
How are families selected to receive aid?
Families are identified through IDRF’s local partners and beneficiary databases.
Priority is given to the most vulnerable households.
How does IDRF ensure transparency and accountability?
All procurement and distribution processes follow IDRF’s policies and compliance procedures. Reports, receipts, and distribution lists are maintained,
and regular monitoring is conducted to ensure aid reaches the intended beneficiaries.
How can donors see the impact of their support?
Donors receive updates through reports, videos, photos, and media links. We
also share updates on our website, social media channels, and directly via
email.
How is this aid coordinated in Gaza, given the complexities?
Yes, IDRF works in coordination with trusted local partners. IDRF is also a member of the UN OCHA Humanitarian Clusters, ensuring that food deliveries
are coordinated, projects adhere to best practices, and all work upholds humanitarian standards.