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Telling the Human StoryFrom Beirut to Birr, Ireland: The journey of one Syrian family to Ireland
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Commit to kindness this winter
As COVID-19 continues to claim lives around the world, it's more important than ever that we keep refugees safe and healthy this winter.
With your donation, we can provide them with life-saving support during winter months and beyond.
$300
could provide a family of five with a full winter kit, including high thermal blankets, sleeping bags, jackets, and plastic sheets
$175
could provide three families with cash assistance to cover their additional expenses, such as fuel and electricity
$60
could give two families solar lamps for long winter nights
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From Beirut to Birr, Ireland: The journey of one Syrian family
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