Tribune News Network
Doha
Thanks to the generosity of the Qatari people, the ‘How Long?’ campaign launched by Qatar Charity to address the dangers of the 2024-2025 winter season has provided essential assistance to those in need. As part of the campaign, approximately 750 food baskets have been distributed to the most vulnerable families and displaced persons in the Taiz governorate, benefiting more than 5,200 people.
The assistance provided will alleviate the suffering of target families, who have been enduring the ongoing crisis for the past nine years, compounded by the suspension of salaries, rising living costs, and the harsh winter cold that has exacerbated their hardships. The food baskets contain essential staple items enough to support a family for one month.
Worsening suffering
The families receiving aid expressed their deep gratitude, highlighting the timely support they received. Mariam Hassan Abdul Wahab, a widow and displaced mother of three daughters, including one with special needs, shared, "The food basket came at a time when we needed it most. It has eased my burdens, especially as I live under difficult conditions with my daughters.”
Muqaddad Ghaleb Qahtan, another beneficiary, praised the initiative, saying, "We are deeply grateful to the donors in Qatar and Qatar Charity for this assistance. It arrived just as the cold winter set in.”
Abdullah Mohammed Ghaleb, another recipient, emphasized the significance of such efforts, saying, "The ongoing crisis and severe economic conditions have made life unbearable. We thank Qatar Charity for their support and hope these initiatives continue, as they bring much-needed relief.”
Last month, Qatar Charity launched the ‘How Long?’ campaign to address the challenges of the 2024-2025 winter season. With an estimated budget of 72 million Qatari riyals, the campaign aims to provide humanitarian assistance in 25 countries, including Qatar, focusing on areas impacted by crises and disasters, particularly Palestine, Syria, Sudan, and Yemen.
Support the campaign
Qatar Charity encourages people to continue supporting the campaign to reach as many vulnerable people as possible. Donations can be made through Qatar Charity’s website at the following link: https://qch.qa/winter Donations can also be made directly at Qatar Charity branches and collection points across the country, or by calling the hotline: 44290000. A mobile donation representative can be requested to assist donors at their convenience.