No one stays young forever, especially not in the conditions Israel has created in Gaza. For the past three years, I have been doing everything I can to help my family and neighbors survive in our displacement camp. But at this point in my life, I realized that the greatest way I can truly support them in the long run is to finish my studies, build a career, and provide a stable future for us all.

Because you can’t stay young forever, especially not in the conditions Israel has created in Gaza, Sulaiman wants to pick up his studies, which he was forced to leave in 2023. In order to achieve this, he is planning to leave Gaza for Egypt.

The plan is to pick up his studies in Cairo, and fortunately he has been nominated for admission! In order to get things up and running, he will need to pay the entry fee as well as purchase the materials and equipment to make sure he is set up properly for the task ahead. And this is where you can help out.

The total costs of the entry fee and the school material amount to about €7500, which, considering the current donations, is not a stretch of the imagination by any standard. So, if you want to help a brother out, and make sure he has a solid basis for supporting his family in the long run, please consider making a donation to this noble cause!

Yours truly,

If you find yourself thinking something along the lines of, “Wait a minute… survive a siege? A real, actual, live siege-in this day and age? That sounds completely absurd!”—well, you wouldn't be wrong. In fact, you'd be absolutely right to feel that way.

The idea that sieges still exist in our modern, supposedly civilized world does sound ridiculous. It feels like something ripped from the pages of a medieval history book, not something unfolding in real time as you read this. And yet, shockingly, tragically, this isn't a historical re-enactment or an exaggerated metaphor. This is the very real situation being endured by countless people right now, including my friend Sulaiman in Gaza.

The true absurdity here isn't in questioning the possibility of a siege; it's in the reality that this barbaric, cruel, and outdated tactic is being used today. That in the 21st century, families like Sulaiman's are being starved of food, clean water, medical aid, and even hope. Cut off from the most basic of human needs simply because of where they live.

And that's exactly why I'm reaching out to you today. Because Sulaiman needs help, and we have a way to get it to him.

Thanks to GoFundMe, and with me (Gerrit Elbrink) personally overseeing the process, every single cent of your donation will go directly to Sulaiman and his family. There are zero transfer fees, no hidden charges, no organizations skimming money off the top. Nothing gets lost in transit. This is a direct, person-to-person act of support.

What's more, unlike many physical aid shipments that are blocked, delayed, or turned back due to severe import restrictions. Yes, let's call it what it is: this brutal, real-life siege. But your financial support will make it through. I will personally ensure that your donation reaches Sulaiman swiftly and safely, in the form that helps him most immediately.

So please—don't be discouraged by the size of the crisis, or feel like your help won't make a difference. It will. Every contribution, no matter how small, is a lifeline. You have the power to help someone survive the unthinkable and maybe even find a moment of peace and dignity in the chaos.

Let's show what solidarity really looks like. Help a brother out. Help make this world just a little kinder, a little fairer, and a little more human. For all of us.

Financial Requirements:

 Entry Fees & School Materials (Cairo): ~€7,500 (Covering entry fees, essential books, and equipment)

How You Can Support:

 📌 GoFundMe Campaign: https://www.gofundme.com/f/surviving-an-onslaught

 🪙 Bitcoin (BTC) Address: ⁠15hhENX79tZy7MSxSJekewhdSN8jh92kRr⁠

 🪙 TRON (TRC20) Address: ⁠TBjNGTPXxC93wHvj8zyPpyfRciEy2Qykf3⁠

Every donation, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to education, stability, and dignity. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this story. One share could reach someone who can make a difference.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for giving us hope when hope feels so far away.

With gratitude,

Soliman

Was working today and my car started making a horrible grinding sound. Mechanic says repairs are $1000 so any bit would help. Please help if you can. Thank yall and God Bless

VENMO: YoBippo

CASHAPP: $YoBippo

I'm about to be out of various toiletries because of course it can't be one at a time. I also need a month bus pass to be able to get to the grocery store and doctor's appointments/physical therapy. I'm able to walk unassisted with my brace now, but not long distances. I did get food stamps so that's a huge weight off. Rent for November simply won't happen, but hopefully my apartment complex will work with me. If not, I do now have somewhere I can stay if things go truly sideways. Trying to stay positive <3

PayPal is sgriffith0891 at gmail

Venmo is @griff0891

I hope you're well! Thank you comrades!

Post-op xray of my knee:

cross-posted from: https://hexbear.net/post/8734592

My name is Suleiman. Alhamdulillah, I was fortunate enough to receive a university acceptance in Egypt. However, my happiness remains incomplete because I have not been able to leave Gaza and begin this new chapter of my life.

For a long time, I have held onto the dream of continuing my education after it was interrupted by the war and the difficult circumstances we face. Every time I feel close to reaching that dream, another obstacle appears in my path. Right now, one of the biggest challenges is the cost of coordination and travel procedures, which are far beyond what I can afford.

Despite everything, I thank God and keep hope alive. I remind myself every day that relief will come, and that there are kind-hearted people who have not forgotten me and my family. Their support and donations help us survive, put food on the table, and give us the strength to keep going. Knowing that such people exist brings peace to my heart.

I humbly ask for your support. Every donation, no matter how small, and every share of my story makes a real difference. Your kindness helps me move closer to my dream of continuing my education and brings joy and hope to the faces of my younger siblings and family.

Thank you for standing with us. ❤️

GofundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/surviving-an-onslaught/cl/s?lang=en_GB

Hey comrades :)!!!

It’s been a couple of days since my last update about the eight queer refugees in Gorom and I’ve been checking in with them as I usually do.

First, I want to thank everyone who has continued reading, bumping, sharing and helping keep their story visible. I see you coming back to these posts and I genuinely appreciate you not letting their situation get forgotten.

For anyone this for the first time , I connected with these eight people through the queer refugee community after they arrived in Gorom from Kakuma, Kenya. Since we started talking, I’ve stayed in contact with them and they reach out to me to share what they’re experiencing and the challenges they’re facing. That’s how I’ve been able to keep you updated.

Sometimes our conversations are about their immediate needs, like finding food. Other times, they tell me about the difficulties they’re facing simply trying to feel safe and get through each day. I can’t be there with them physically, but I do my best to listen, check on them and share their situation with people who might be able to help.

Today, I have a little good news to share.

When the support from our previous donation finally reached us, I sent it to them so they could buy food and cooking gas. They were so happy and grateful. They told me they didn’t have enough words to thank the person who stepped in to help them.

They were relieved that, at least for now, they could have something to eat and cook.

Reading their message meant a lot to me. It reminded me that something that might seem small to one person can mean so much to someone who has been struggling to meet their most basic needs.

To the comrade who made that donation, thank you. And to everyone who has been helping keep their story visible, thank you for continuing to stand with them.

I also noticed another kind donation of $25 that I hadn’t mentioned in my previous update. Thank you so much to the comrade who contributed. That brings the remaining fundraising goal from $2,890 down to $2,865. Every contribution helps us move forward and I’m grateful for this kindness.

Unfortunately, I also have something worrying to share.

David recently told me that the trans woman who was seriously injured during the earlier attack still isn’t doing well. The side of her face around the injured eye continues to hurt and she’s having difficulty seeing clearly from that side.

They’ve bought painkillers for her, but David says the pain returns after a few hours.

I’m worried about her. She needs proper medical assessment as soon as it can be arranged safely. I wish I could take her to get the care she needs myself, but I’m in Juba and I’ve been trying to find ways to help them from here.

This is one of the reasons I don’t want to stop sharing their story. Getting food was an important step but they still need safety, medical care, shelter, and other basic necessities.

We’re still trying to raise $2,865 specifically for these eight refugees. We’re hoping to use the support for safer accommodation, food, clean water, mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets, clothing, medical needs, and cooking essentials. We also hope to help David restart his bakery work so he can begin earning an income again.

If you’re able to donate, the support link is in my profile. If anyone knows LGBTQ+ organization that might be able to help, please reach out to me.

And if donating isn’t possible, please keep bumping or sharing this post. Your support helps their story reach people who may be able to do something practical.

One small note: the fundraiser page is still being updated, so some older information may appear for now.

Thank you, comrades, for continuing to listen to their stories and help keep them visible. I’m grateful that your kindness has already helped them get food and I hope we can keep moving forward together.

They still need us, and I’m going to keep doing what I can to help them find support.

(Content warning for child with injury)

We are a family of ten, trying to survive in Gaza while prices have become unimaginable and even the most basic necessities are beyond our reach. Food, medicine, and my children’s daily needs have become a constant worry, especially with our lives still affected by war and blockade.

I am doing everything I can, but I cannot carry this burden alone. Please help my family find a little relief and hope.

🔗 https://www.gofundme.com/1d3ea05b6

#Gaza #Palestine #HelpGaza

cross-posted from: https://hexbear.net/post/8734592

Help Me Continue My Education and Support My Family After Gaza’s War ❤

My name is Suleiman. Alhamdulillah, I was fortunate enough to receive a university acceptance in Egypt. However, my happiness remains incomplete because I have not been able to leave Gaza and begin this new chapter of my life.

For a long time, I have held onto the dream of continuing my education after it was interrupted by the war and the difficult circumstances we face. Every time I feel close to reaching that dream, another obstacle appears in my path. Right now, one of the biggest challenges is the cost of coordination and travel procedures, which are far beyond what I can afford.

Despite everything, I thank God and keep hope alive. I remind myself every day that relief will come, and that there are kind-hearted people who have not forgotten me and my family. Their support and donations help us survive, put food on the table, and give us the strength to keep going. Knowing that such people exist brings peace to my heart.

I humbly ask for your support. Every donation, no matter how small, and every share of my story makes a real difference. Your kindness helps me move closer to my dream of continuing my education and brings joy and hope to the faces of my younger siblings and family.

Thank you for standing with us. ❤️

GofundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/surviving-an-onslaught/cl/s?lang=en_GB

Dear Everyone,

Today, my heart completely sank. I checked my email hoping for a ray of hope, only to find an admission withdrawal letter from the University of Glasgow for my Electrical Engineering program.

The admission was not canceled because of my academic standing, but solely because I was unable to pay the required tuition fees before the deadline due to the harsh circumstances, siege, and total financial blockade we are living under here in Gaza.

Seeing a dream I fought so hard for slip away simply because of a financial deadline is devastating. But I refuse to let my hope die completely. I am sharing my story and my campaign in hopes that kind-hearted people might help me raise the funds needed to secure my future and potentially re-apply or cover my educational and basic survival expenses.

Every single share, comment, or contribution means the world to me and gives me the strength to keep going amidst this darkness.

How you can support:

📌 GoFundMe Campaign:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/surviving-an-onslaught/cl/s?lang=en_US

🪙 Crypto Support:

• Bitcoin (BTC): 15hhENX79tZy7MSxSJekewhdSN8jh92kRr
• TRON (TRC20): TBjNGTPXxC93wHvj8zyPpyfRciEy2Qykf3

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for standing with me when everything else feels like it is collapsing.

— Soliman Abu Raida

Huge thank you to those that donated I was able to get some of my meds. I'm just $20 short for the last 2 prescriptions.

Thank you in advance for reading. Anything helps 💜

venmo is koday86 , cashapp $corgisaurusrex, zelle kieran.oday86@gmail.com, and PayPal queercorgirocks@gmail.com

Well, I'm still broke

For those who didn’t know, I am a 30-year old gamer and college graduate. I was diagnosed with autism since early age.

I am very dependent on my pension and my aunt on my budget.

There would be a lot of problems related to food and survival after graduation, such as fees while looking for a job. Job hunting may not be easy even after graduation.

Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/ahriboy/

Please if you can spare anything, Thank you!

In Gaza, even the simplest needs have become impossible.

I am a mother of eight, struggling to provide school materials, winter clothes, food, and medicine for my family. I cannot keep asking my children to wait while my hands are empty. The weight of this life is breaking us.

Please, help us hold on. 💔

🔗 https://www.gofundme.com/1d3ea05b6

#Gaza #Palestine #HelpDoaa

one of our comrades from palestine (@ayamohamed@hexbear.net) is trying to share her fundraiser on reddit, but any accounts she tries to use get banned immediately.

so, if you have a reddit account you can spare, please contact her for details.

you can reach her via hexbear DM or via Jabber/XMPP at

ayamohamed@conversations.im

Hey comrades :) !!!… I hope things have been treating you gently lately

I wanted to come back with an update about the eight queer refugees in Gorom, because I finally have a little bit of good news to share.

First, I want to thank everyone who has been reading their story, bumping the posts, sharing them and helping keep their situation visible. I’ve seen your comments and the way some of you keep coming back to boost their story and I genuinely appreciate it. Even when you don’t have money to donate, taking the time to help their story reach more people matters.

For anyone who is new here, I connected with these eight people through the queer refugee community after they arrived in Gorom from Kakuma, Kenya. As we started talking, they shared what they had been going through and the difficulties they were facing. I’ve stayed in contact with them since then and they reach out to me when things happen, which is how I’ve been able to share their situation with you.

As I’ve shared in my previous posts, they’ve been struggling with food and shelter and they’ve also faced frightening attacks. One of the trans women who was seriously injured in an earlier attack has continued experiencing pain and needs proper medical attention. Their situation is still very worrying.

But today, I finally have a small piece of good news.

About a week ago, a kind comrade donated money to help these eight refugees. Because our fundraiser organizer had been offline, there was a delay before the support reached us. Yesterday evening, the money finally came through.

As soon as I confirmed that it had arrived, I sent it to the group so they could buy food and cooking gas. They have since shared these pictures with me and I’m happy to show you what your kindness has helped make possible. 🫂❤️

It’s not enough to solve everything they’re facing but it means they can get some food and cook for now. When people are struggling just to meet their most basic needs, even this kind of support matters.

I wish I could keep providing for them myself, but I also have my own household to look after. That’s why I’m continuing to share their story here. They need more support than I can provide alone and I don’t want them to be forgotten simply because their situation isn’t changing overnight.

We’re still trying to raise $2,890 for these eight refugees.

The goal is to help them access safer shelter, food, clean water, mattresses, blankets, mosquito nets, clothing, medication and cooking essentials. We also hope to help David, who previously worked in a bakery in Kakuma, get the basic equipment and workspace he needs to start earning again.

I’m also hoping we can connect with organizations or people who may be able to help with emergency accommodation, protection, medical care or other urgent needs.

If you’re able to donate, the support link is in my profile. If you’d like to help privately or know an organization that might be able to assist, please reach out to me directly.

And if you can’t donate, please keep bumping and sharing their story. You never know who might see it and be in a position to help.

One small note for anyone new: our fundraiser page is still being updated, so some older information may appear for now. I didn’t want to stop sharing the situation while we work on getting the page updated.

Thank you for continuing to listen, care and stand with these eight people. I know this community has already done so much and I don’t take your kindness for granted.

This is a small step but I’m grateful that we can finally show that some support has reached them. I hope we can keep going and help them get somewhere safer.

Thank you in advance for reading. Anything helps 💜

venmo is koday86 , cashapp $corgisaurusrex, zelle kieran.oday86@gmail.com, and PayPal queercorgirocks@gmail.com

📚 When My Children’s Right to Education Becomes More Than I Can Afford…

In Gaza, my young children are struggling with the lasting effects of war and blockade. School textbooks are unavailable, so they must rely on printed study materials to continue learning. But I can no longer afford to print them. The expenses are beyond my means, with school needs, food, daily necessities, and medicine for my sick husband all competing for what little I have.

Nothing hurts more than watching my children want to learn while I struggle to provide even the basics they need to continue their education.

Please help me keep the door to education open for my children. Your support is more than financial assistance; it is a chance for them to hold on to their right to learn and build a future.

🔗 https://gofund.me/1d3ea05b6

#Gaza #SupportDoaa #EducationForAll #GazaFamilies

I'm going through a lot rn. I used to Doordash for a living until my car brokedown. Now me and my wife are living in a weekly rate motel. We have no family. Everything I'm getting is going towards rent and food and food is very scarce rn. I've reached out to every local church and charity and organization and nobody will help. I've reached out on local social media and nobody will help. I've been trying to raise enough for a car or at least an apartment but haven't had much luck. If anyone could help me with at least some money so that we can eat I'd really appreciate it. I'm dealing with low blood sugar and the effects of extreme malnutrition.

My Venmo: @timothycrawford9

My PayPal: timothyedwardcrawfordjr@gmail.com