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Through our local contact in the north of Gaza, Ammar Kaskeen, we managed to distribute 16 food parcels, priced at 75 Euros each (compared to 25 Euros for each parcel in the middle and south parts of Gaza), due to the scarcity of food items in northern Gaza. These parcels were provided to families located in an UNRWA School for displaced people, among the neediest. Despite the challenges, Ammar was able to gather essential items such as wheat flour, lemons, canned olives, tomato paste, Ghazan zaatar, regular zaatar, olive oil (0.5L), tahini, chilli sauce, and cooking oil. Vegetables were either unavailable, prohibitively expensive, or affected by rot.

Each item had to be sourced from different vendors, with prices fluctuating. Specific precautions were taken to avoid association with food distribution. Beneficiary data collection occurred just before distribution to mitigate the risk of individuals in need colliding while seeking parcels directly.

Due to the absence of functioning banks or ATMs in the north of Gaza, we paid a 11% commission to someone with a bank account who still have funds in cash. While commission rates ranged from 10% to 17%, we identified the most cost-effective and reliable option.

Sourcing food items occurred amidst the presence of Israeli tanks and soldiers, necessitating a slower pace to minimize risks. We extend sincere gratitude to our partners in Gaza for their assistance, despite the risks to their health and lives.

Internet connectivity was inconsistent throughout the process. As his phone was destroyed in previous bombings, our contact used his sister's phone to communicate with us and provide updates and photos.

We thank you for your ongoing support and compassion. Please, consider re-donating and spreading the word about this vital campagn.