By Hasan Sadik | Project leader
Dear Donor,
In northern Syria, where displacement camps stretch as far as the eye can see, thousands of families endure harsh conditions, struggling daily to secure food and basic necessities. In 2025, their suffering continues to worsen with rising prices and scarce resources, making life even more difficult for families who have lost their breadwinners.
Riyad… A Child with a Man’s Burden
Riyad, only thirteen years old, never had the chance to experience childhood as it should be. He was forced to take responsibility for his family at the age of eleven after his father lost his life in a workplace explosion, leaving behind a wife and three children without support. Suddenly, Riyad became the sole provider for his mother and siblings, working in a men’s barbershop in the city of Souran—a profession he loves—while struggling daily to meet his family's needs. Alongside him, his mother does her best as a seamstress, trying to provide them with a dignified life despite the overwhelming hardships.
A Warmer Ramadan Thanks to Your Generosity
Amidst these challenges, your support has made a profound impact on Riyad and his family. Thanks to your donations, we were able to provide them with a complete food basket during these blessed days, easing their burden and bringing some peace to their hearts. Every meal they received was because of your generosity, making you the family that embraces them in the absence of their father.
Your Donations Make a Difference… Don’t Stop Giving
There are still hundreds of families like Riyad’s waiting for a helping hand. Your continued donations mean sustained hope and life for those struggling in unbearable conditions. Your generosity is not just assistance—it is a lifeline for many who are left at the mercy of hardship.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, your warmth, and for every moment of joy you bring to children who have been worn down by life too soon. We urge you not to stop giving, for there is always a family in need, and a small hand reaching out for mercy.
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