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StoriesCrisis-hit families struggle as winter arrives in Lebanon
Devastating impact of economic crisis leaves Lebanese and Syrian families struggling to stay warm and stave off hunger as cold weather grips Lebanon.
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StoriesDisplaced Afghan families return to destruction and hunger in Helmand
Economic collapse and drought mean that tens of thousands of displaced Afghans who have returned home are facing severe hunger this winter.
Spread kindness this winter
For refugees and displaced families forced to flee their homes, this winter threatens to be harsher than ever.
They will have to face winter struggling to keep their families warm in tents or improvised shelters, while also facing the continued threat of COVID-19.
We need to act now, before it's too late. Your donation can help keep refugees and displaced families safe and warm this winter.
US$ 1000
could provide a household solar panel to heat the shelter of displaced Afghan families living in temporary accommodation
US$ 325
could provide winter cash assistance for Syrian refugees, as well as for refugees and asylum seekers of other nationalities, allowing them to buy much-needed winter supplies for their family
US$ 70
could provide winter cash assistance for a refugee living in a camp in Jordan, to help them buy much-needed winter supplies such as clothing and medicine
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