By Lama Abed and Maria Syed

A heartfelt thanks to our generous supporters. Your kindness made it possible for children in Gaza to feel the joy and celebration of Eid, even in the midst of the war. During a time when families are struggling to meet even the most basic needs, your support brought new outfits and smiles to children.

Rebuilding Alliance, in collaboration with four Palestinian community-based organizations (CBOs), provided Eid clothing and shoes to 1,120 children across Gaza. Each CBO partner selected 200 children from their respective areas, selecting families experiencing extreme hardship, including children with special needs. Additionally, Rebuilding Alliance team in Gaza chose another 200 children. Two children from each family were selected to receive complete sets of clothing and shoes.

We secured clothing supplies from a trusted local vendor. Each outfit, which included a shirt and trousers for boys and a dress for girls along with shoes, cost $50. Our manager in Gaza purchased these supplies and delivered them to our Community-Based Organization (CBO) partners. Our dedicated CBO teams throughout Gaza worked tirelessly to sort, pack, and distribute the clothes in time for Eid.

The children excitedly opened their parcels, rushing to try on their new outfits with joy and pride. Their smiles said it all.

Amna, a ten-year-old living in a displacement camp in Gaza City, watched from a distance as our CBO partner, Youth Vision Society, handed out packs of outfits. When a staff member finally handed one to her, Amna could not contain her excitement. She shared that she had been unable to buy new clothes for Eid and couldn’t wait to wear them to school.
One mother, whose child received new Eid clothes through the Women’s Programs Center – Rafah, our CBO partner, shared her heartfelt gratitude: "We never expected to bring joy to our children because we simply couldn’t afford to buy Eid clothes for them… But today, I saw happiness in their eyes—thanks to you."
In another part of Gaza, Suheir, 10, and her brother Ahmed, 13, who had been displaced from Beit Lahia for nearly 15 months, received their Eid clothes package. Suheir was thrilled with her new clothes, especially admiring the vibrant colors. Ahmed, was surprised by the unexpected gift, said he couldn’t wait to wear his new clothes on Eid and celebrate with his friends. He also shared that he planned to wear them when he returned to school, adding another reason for him to feel excited and hopeful.
One young boy, overjoyed to receive his new Eid clothes, expressed his gratitude: "I was dreaming of having new clothes for Eid, but it felt impossible. You made my dream come true. Thank you so much!"
One mother, overwhelmed with gratitude, shared her heartfelt words: "The neighbor's children got new Eid clothes, and I am an abandoned wife... I was planning to take my kids to the sea so they wouldn’t have to see other kids dressed up. But you restored my heart and theirs. Thank you."

Children who once thought Eid would quietly pass them by were able to celebrate with excitement and joy. Because of you, their dreams became a reality.

After Eid, we learned about children whose parents are fighting cancer. With the help of Reem and the Women's Program Center in Rafah, our CBO partner, Rebuilding Alliance, delivered clothes and shoes to 120 children in Mawasi, Khan Younis, so they could experience happiness during Eid.

This Eid, you gave more than clothes—you gave children something far more precious: joy, dignity, and the feeling of being remembered. Your support made their Eid celebration possible. Thank you!

Bringing joy to Gaza children through Eid clothes