The ceasefire has brought temporary relief, but families in Gaza are now facing a deadly combination of winter storms, flooding, collapsing sanitation, severe shortages, and widespread displacement.
As winter settles over Gaza, thousands of families are struggling to survive in torn, flooded tents that offer almost no protection from the cold. Heavy rainfall has already washed through large sections of displacement camps, and with more than 1.9 million people uprooted from their homes, the need for safe shelter is dire. Today, an estimated 93% of tents, approximately 125,000, are considered uninhabitable.
More than 18,600 households have been hit by recent flooding, leaving thousands of families displaced and facing increasingly harsh conditions. Since the ceasefire, about 48,000 winter clothing kits have reached communities, but needs continue to exceed available support. At the same time, malnutrition is worsening rapidly, shelter conditions remain critical. Many families are living in old, damaged tents that offer little protection from freezing temperatures, wind, and rain. With winter worsening, children, newborns, the elderly and people with disabilities are at extreme risk.
Despite dangerous conditions, limited access, and ongoing instability, HCI UK has been able to deliver life-saving winter assistance to families who have lost everything.
A total of 1,035 households (5,888 people) received winterization kits that protect families from harsh winter weather.
These supplies helped families survive freezing nights, protect their children, and restore a sense of dignity during a crisis.
“The tent was unbearably cold. When my children received warm coats and gloves, they finally slept through the night. My youngest smiled when he tried on his new shoes. Thank you for bringing warmth to us.”
“We had only thin blankets. The insulated tarps and bedding kept my children and elderly mother safe from the cold. It felt like a miracle.”
HCI UK is committed to delivering comprehensive, dignity-affirming aid to Gaza’s most vulnerable populations. Our programs prioritize justice, equity, and inclusion, focusing on women, children, and marginalized groups. Here’s a breakdown of our key services, based on our 2025 impacts:
Thanks to your support, over 500,000 people in Gaza have received critical aid this year:
🥙 5.9 million meals delivered through 58,000+ food boxes and flour packs
💧 2.5 million liters of clean water distributed to 50,000 people
🏥 75,000+ patients treated at HCI-supported health clinics
🧒 2,000+ orphaned children and their families sponsored with care and food
🎓 Hundreds of students supported through scholarships and livelihoods
🧣 Thousands of families equipped with winter essentials and warm clothing
Immediate Priorities (0–6 Months): Conducting needs assessments, expanding food and water distribution, providing hygiene kits and shelter, and offering psychosocial support for children and families.
Long-Term Vision (6 Months–5 Years): Rebuilding infrastructure, supporting education and livelihoods, and fostering community-led recovery for dignity and self-reliance.
Transparency and Key Metrics: We work with trusted partners, uphold humanitarian principles, and prioritize inclusivity. Funds are monitored for maximum reach.
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Human Concern UK is one of the leading Muslim relief organisations in the United Kingdom, committed to fighting poverty and providing aid to those in need.
The ceasefire provides a brief respite, making it slightly easier to deliver aid like food, water, and medical care. However, access remains limited in many areas. HCI UK and our local partners are maximizing efforts to reach those in need while advocating for full, safe access for all humanitarian workers.
HCI UK has delivered emergency food, clean water, hygiene kits, medical supplies, winter relief, education support, and psychosocial care, reaching over 500,000 individuals (about 100,000 families). Our health clinics provide maternal care, chronic disease management, and mental health support.
Short-term (0–6 months): Focus on emergency relief, including food, water, hygiene, shelter, and psychosocial support.
Medium- to long-term (6 months–5 years): Expand shelter and nutrition programs, rebuild infrastructure, support livelihoods, and enhance education and health services for sustainable recovery.
The ceasefire halts violence but not the suffering. Rebuilding homes, schools, and lives requires ongoing support. Donations ensure families recover, children return to school, and communities regain stability and hope.
HCI UK works with vetted local partners, adheres to strict UK charitable regulations, and provides transparent reporting, including audits and impact updates, to ensure every pound reaches those most in need.
Our programs prioritize justice, equity, and inclusion, focusing on women, children, and marginalized groups. We involve communities in planning and delivery to uphold dignity and respect.
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