Syria Winter Emergency:

Relentless Challenges with 70% of the population in need of urgent humanitarian aid

As winter descends upon Syria, the challenges facing its people are more daunting than ever. Penny Appeal's Winter Emergency campaign is dedicated to bringing warmth and hope to those enduring freezing temperatures, especially in the aftermath of powerful earthquakes that have added a layer of crisis upon an already vulnerable situation.

Unprecedented Displacement

6.8 million Internally Displaced: The Syrian population is grappling with staggering internal displacement, with 6.8 million individuals forced to leave their homes following years of civil war and natural disasters.

70% in Need: A staggering 70% of the population is in urgent need of humanitarian aid, emphasizing the depth of the crisis.

Extreme Poverty: 90% of the population are living below the poverty line, making the winter season an even more challenging ordeal.

Winter's Unforgiving Grasp

Harsh winter conditions, marked by freezing cold winds, heavy rain, and sporadic snowfall, pose a serious threat to the well-being of many across the country.

Limited resources force many to live in man-made dwellings made of scrap, wood, and tarmac, providing little protection against the elements.

Double Crisis: Earthquakes and Winter

In February 2023, devastating earthquakes claimed thousands of lives and caused extensive destruction to homes and infrastructure, compounding the existing crisis.

In the aftermath of these earthquakes, 900,000 people find themselves in urgent need of shelter. The upcoming winter amplifies the need, as it will be the first since the earthquake struck.

Help Today

Penny Appeal is committed to making a significant impact on the lives of those affected in Syria. With your support, we aim to:

Provide Shelter: Deliver urgent shelter assistance to the thousands in need, ensuring they have a safe and warm place to weather the winter.

Warmth and Essentials: Distribute blankets, warm clothing, and essential items to help families endure the harsh winter conditions.

Rebuild Communities: Contribute to the rebuilding of homes and infrastructure, fostering a sense of stability and hope for the future.

Join us in providing a lifeline to the people of Syria facing the dual challenges of displacement and winter's unforgiving grasp. Join us in providing warmth, protection, and hope to communities in need.

Together, we can ensure that this winter is a season of hope and healing for all.

Penny Appeal will endeavour to use your gift as requested, wherever possible. If for any reason we cannot use your donation as you have indicated, we will use it to fund similar projects in other countries or other projects in the relevant country. Penny Appeal’s strategic overview and on the ground experience means it is in the best position to decide how to meet need as it arises.