DoomsdaysCW<p>Fundraiser update: Hot meals 4 Starved Palestinian Kids in north Gaza</p><p>May 5th, 2024 </p><p>by Hani Almadhoun, Organizer</p><p>"Salam and hello,</p><p>"Thank you for being here; your presence means a lot, especially to the families and children in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Gaza" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Gaza</span></a>, both in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Rafah" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Rafah</span></a> and in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BaitLahia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BaitLahia</span></a>.</p><p>"I've attached pictures from the last 48 hours at three of our service points. Just a reminder, we have two kitchens in the north and one food parcel partner, all in the north, and a soup kitchen in the south at Rafah, operating from a tent and serving thousands of internally displaced <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Palestinians" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Palestinians</span></a>.</p><p>"Today, the Rafah kitchen cooked up a zucchini stew with meat and provided meals for 200 families. However, they informed me that there are still a hundred families going home without food. So, we've agreed to add another pot, making it six pots from the original two. I'm impressed by how the team in Rafah operates like a tight-knit crew, with everyone contributing ideas alongside their hard work. Despite losing their head Chef ten days ago, Roa, Rania, and Alaa are doing an outstanding job. For instance, when we got delayed in sending money, they improvised by preparing colorful pudding fortified with milk and nutrients, despite the heat and keeping the door open.</p><p>"In addition, in the north, we've sent additional funds for the two soup kitchens and food parcels from what's available. The women-led kitchen works four days a week, and they'll be working tomorrow, baking and preparing for food distribution. This group of women values each other's company and the opportunity to help other women, creating a safe space for each other. For example, even though the kitchen didn't operate today, half of its staff supported the original kitchen by helping bake Riqaq bread, layering seasoned rice, and adding garnish. Needless to say, the original kitchen elevated their game today with a rice Fatta dish that provided 350 meals, including delivery to a shelter center for people with disabilities. You'll see pictures from today's distribution attached.</p><p>"Lastly, we've completed a dozen food parcel distributions today for families in need. This week, we intend to distribute 100 bags of flour to families who can use them to share meals together.</p><p>"None of what we do would be possible without you and your attention. Keep advocating for a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ceasefire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ceasefire</span></a>."</p><p>- Hani</p><p><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/Hot-meals-in-gaza-daily?viewupdates=1&rcid=r01-171209202232-08dac324f13511ee&utm_medium=email&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_email%2B1137-update-supporters-v5b" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">gofundme.com/f/Hot-meals-in-ga</span><span class="invisible">za-daily?viewupdates=1&rcid=r01-171209202232-08dac324f13511ee&utm_medium=email&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_email%2B1137-update-supporters-v5b</span></a></p><p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/HumanitarianCrisis" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HumanitarianCrisis</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AidWorkers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AidWorkers</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CeasefireNow" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CeasefireNow</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GazaAid" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GazaAid</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FoodAid" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FoodAid</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SaveGaza" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SaveGaza</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CeasefireNow" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CeasefireNow</span></a><br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/EndTheWar" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>EndTheWar</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GazaFundraisers" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GazaFundraisers</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GazaSolidarity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GazaSolidarity</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Palestinians" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Palestinians</span></a></p>