As an organization committed to building a free and vibrant Palestine, the ongoing genocide in Gaza has filled us with anger and grief—and strengthened our resolve to stand by our people.
In response, we launched Nourishing Hope for Gaza, an initiative to identify, support, and amplify trusted grassroots efforts in Gaza through crowdfunding.
How it works:
We vet active crowdfunding campaigns led locally in Gaza. Once approved, we boost them through our network and partners to help raise $5,000–$10,000 per campaign. Once a goal is met, we move to the next. All funds go directly to the campaign organizers.
Current Campaign
Deaf Relief Gaza
Founded through a collaboration between Deaf organizers in the US and Gaza, Deaf Relief Gaza is led on the ground in Gaza by Omar, a Deaf community advocate in Gaza.
Before October 7th, Omar worked as a teacher for Deaf students and was raised in signing environments with Deaf friends, teachers, and mentors. Since the start of the genocide, he has stepped up in extraordinary ways to support the Deaf community in Gaza.
Deaf Relief Gaza provides urgent aid to Deaf Palestinians displaced by war. Funds go toward food, hygiene, clothing, hearing aids, and mobility devices.
- Goal: $7,000
- Raised: $8,440
- Campaign Owner: Omar
Past Campaigns
These campaigns have successfully met their crowdfunding goals through BuildPalestine—but the work doesn’t stop there. Each remains an active, impactful initiative that continues to welcome your support.
Child Smile
Founded by Hassan Akhras, Child Smile empowers displaced theatre artists from Gaza—many of whom were trained at the now-destroyed Theatre Day Productions center. Despite the loss and displacement, these artists continue to create safe, imaginative spaces for children to express themselves, process trauma, and reclaim their sense of joy through drama and theatre. This initiative is a powerful reminder of how self-expression becomes a form of resilience, especially for children living through war.
Support Child Smile and help keep creative expression alive in Gaza.
- Goal: £7,196
- Raised: £14,500
- Initiator: Hassan Akhras
Scholarships for Ghazza
Scholarships for Ghazza is a volunteer-driven initiative launched in August 2024 by Ahmed Issa, a Palestinian from Gaza now based in Egypt. The initiative connects mentors worldwide with students in Gaza, guiding them through university scholarship applications. Currently supporting 450 students, Scholarships for Ghazza aims to help young Gazans pursue higher education and unlock their potential. By raising funds to cover English examinations and university application fees, the initiative sows the seeds for a brighter Palestinian future through access to education.
Project Owner: Ahmad Issa
Haifa Association for Children with Diabetes
Haifa Association for Children with Diabetes provides essential insulin to children with diabetes in Gaza, ensuring they receive the life-saving treatment they need. We have partnered with the Haifa Association to sustain and expand its vital efforts for children in need.
Project Owner: Abu Kareem
Gaza Education Hub
To support university students in Gaza in completing their studies, Palestinian universities, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, launched a distance education program in June 2024 using the Moodle platform. This enables students to continue their education and connect with teachers online. The Gaza Education Hub is establishing solar-powered learning centers to provide essential internet access, academic support, and a space for students to finish their university studies.
Project Owner: Mohammed Al-Hajjaj
Colors for Gaza
Colors for Gaza is an initiative that leverages art, education, and entertainment to support children in Gaza. The campaign uses artistic projects to raise funds, focusing on creating vibrant, engaging activities for children. This includes art workshops, educational programs, and entertainment events designed to provide joy and learning opportunities amidst challenging circumstances. By integrating creativity and fun, Colors for Gaza aims to enhance the well-being and development of young people in Gaza, offering them enriching experiences and essential support.
Project Owner: Wisam Abualnaja
Hakini
Hakini (tell me in Arabic), is an Arabic-language teletherapy platform to increase accessibility to mental health care in the Arab world. Since the genocide began, Hakini took immediate action to provide mental health support to Gazans. With the support of BuildPalestine, a crowdfunding campaign was launched to install a toll-free hotline and provide on-the-ground sessions.
Support Hakini