John, war tears a child’s life apart, stealing their sense of safety and often forcing them to flee everything they know. They watch as their families struggle to survive, searching for food, water and shelter — and ultimately striving to rebuild their lives.

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Below are three stories that show how basic necessities, like clothing and food, can have a life-changing impact for a child whose life has been upended by conflict.

Lamees, 7 years old, Gaza

The war in Gaza has forced Lamees* and her family to flee three times. They faced overcrowding, food shortages and harsh winter conditions while living in a tent. With the help of our supporters, we provided them with essential items like tarps, pillows and mattresses to make their living space more comfortable. Save the Children also ensured the children had warm clothing and extra blankets to protect them from harsh winter conditions.

Two of Adno’s* daughters, 2-year-old Farhiya* and 6-year old Maymun*, used to get therapeutic food at the health facility, a service which is no longer available due to funding cuts. The staff works for free so they can still see families, but there are no supplies available. Families are sent to a pharmacy or elsewhere to get medicine and treatment. But like many local families, Adno can’t afford to buy the food and medical supplies they need.

Soléne, 14 months old, Democratic Republic of Congo

Charly* and her young daughter, Soléne*, lived in a displacement camp after fleeing armed groups that burned their village. Charly worked hard to provide for her daughter, but they still had little to eat. When Soléne got sick, Charly found help at a Save the Children hospital, where she received free care. The nurses diagnosed Soléne with complications from acute malnutrition. But with medicine and therapeutic food, she regained her health and began to thrive.

Maha's* family was displaced repeatedly due to conflict. The repeated upheaval, loss of stable income and skyrocketing food prices have made it difficult for her to feed her family, including her youngest daughter, Amal,* who is 9-months-old. Amal was diagnosed with malnutrition and treated with therapeutic food at a Save the Children health facility.

Suha, 12 years old, Syria

Suha* was just 7 years old when a rocket struck her family’s house, killing her mother and little sister. She and her siblings fled with their grandparents to a displacement camp in Northeast Syria. For years, they lived in isolation, but when Save the Children opened a temporary school and child-friendly space nearby, the children were finally free to learn and play. Suha called it "a new world." Now, she and her siblings are learning basic literacy and math skills and enjoying activities like art and sports.

John, these stories show what your gift donation can do to help children in crisis. Browse our gift guide today and see how you can make a meaningful difference in a child's life.

Thank you for all you do for children,

The Save the Children team

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