Following the heartbreaking conflict occurring in Gaza, Palestine, which has resulted in over 4,500 deaths, over 1,500 of which have been children, a number of fundraising and donation initiatives have launched in the UAE.
The Emirates Red Crescent has launched the ‘Tarahum for Gaza’ – which means compassion for Gaza – where UAE residents can donate in different ways across the country to provide relief and aid for Palestinians.
Coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Community Development, the initiative has been launched in collaboration with the World Food Programme, with the main goal of aiding the two million Palestinians who have been displaced from their homes in Gaza amidst the ongoing war.
A number of local brands, restaurants and retailers are partaking in the fundraising drive. Below, GRAZIA outlines the multiple ways you can take part in Tarahum for Gaza in the UAE.
How can I donate to the Tarahum for Gaza in the UAE?
There are many ways to donate and fundraise to the Tarahum for Gaza in the UAE.
You can donate here via ApplePay, bank transfer, SMS or card.
Can I donate care packages?
Yes, the Emirates Red Crescent has a number of donation drop off points across the emirates for care packages to be donated to the Tarahum for Gaza. At the drop off points, cash, blankets, canned food (with a shelf life of six months), new clothes, children’s supplies and women’s supplies can be dropped off.
There are a number of donation points across different emirates.
You can drop off at these places in Dubai:
- Emirates Red Crescent HQs in Al Quoz, Al Garhoud, Al Ramool, Arabian Centre
- Alserkal Avenue, Warehouse A1
- Mall of the Emirates
- City Centre Malls across the emirate: Mirdif, Deira, Me’aisem, Matajer Al Quoz, Shindagha
You can drop off at these places in Abu Dhabi:
- Emirates Red Crescent HQ
- Carrefour, Airport Road
- Marina Mall Caravan
- Shahama, Baniyas Co-operative Society
- Khalifa City (behind the shops)
- Baniyas City (next to Lulu Hypermarket)
- Al Shawamekh (in front of Lulu Express)
- My City Centre Masdar, Abu Dhabi
You can drop off at these places in Sharjah:
- Nekheelat Authority Office
- Sharjah Co-operative Society, Helwan
- Sharjah Co-operative Society, Al Dhaid
- Lulu Hypermarket, Al Hazana
- City Centre Al Zahia, Sharjah
- City Centre Sharjah, Sharjah
- Matajer Al Juraina, Sharjah
You can drop off at these places in Fujairah:
- Al Bustan Hall
- Masafi Council; Bidiyah Council
- Hawaya Suburb, Khorfakkan
- Suhaila Suburb, Kaiba
- Dibba Fujairah Co-operative Society for Fishermen
- City Centre Fujairah, Fujairah
Local brands and businesses supporting Tarahum for Gaza
There are a number of local brands and businesses supporting Tarahum for Gaza.
Maiz Tacos
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Dubai-based restaurant chain Maiz Tacos is donating 100 per cent of its profits to the Emirates Red Crescent in support of Tarahum for Gaza.
Bait Maryam
Until October 24, Bait Maryam is donating 100 per cent of its profits to the Emirates Red Crescent. The restaurant will then be matching the donation for the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund.
Pistachoux
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Until the end of October, Dubai desert spot Pistachoux is donating 100 per cent of its profits to the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund.
Shimis Yoga
On October 21 and October 25 all proceeds from Shimis Yoga classes will be donated to the Tarahum for Gaza.
Motion Cycling
Motion Cycling is donating all its profits to Gaza Relief Fund and Emirates Red Crescent via a total of two spinning classes. The first class will be on October 20 at 7pm in Dubai, the second will be on October 22 at 4pm in Abu Dhabi and the third will be on October 25 at 7.45pm in Dubai.
Gather for Gaza
On October 30 at 7.30pm, 10 homegrown UAE F&B concepts are coming together at the House of Reign in Dubai to host a ‘Gather for Gaza’ event. Tickets start from Dhs500 and are inclusive of all food and beverage and the entire ticket value with be donated to the Emirates Red Crescent.
