Friend, tonight marks the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.

I'm looking forward to many iftar meals (breaking the daily fast) with family and loved ones after sundown, but my heart breaks for the millions of Muslims around the world who can't say the same.

Children and families in predominantly Muslim countries like Syria, Türkiye, Yemen, and Pakistan are observing Ramadan in the aftermath of earthquakes, in the midst of war, or during famine-like conditions. Too many families are far away from home, unsure of where their next meal will come from. It's a global emergency, Friend.

In light of this, I have a special announcement to share with you, a compassionate supporter of our work: This Ramadan, a generous donor has agreed to match all donations to the IRC — meaning your gift today will make DOUBLE the impact for children and families facing hunger. Can we count on you to maximize your impact and help us reach families in crisis zones like Syria and Türkiye with critical aid, including emergency food?

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Right now, the IRC is working to deliver food and shelter for families and loved ones so that they might gather safely. In these crisis zones, for example, your emergency gift is urgently needed:
In Syria and Türikye, we're providing essential supplies as well as cash assistance to help families rebuild their homes and lives after the earthquake. 2X your gift »

In Somalia, we are providing health care for malnourished children and deploying mobile health teams to reach people in the hardest-hit areas as millions could be at risk of famine because of severe drought. 2X your gift now. »

In Pakistan, we're delivering water and hygiene kits as well as cash assistance for families still recovering from the floods last summer. 2X your gift »
An IRC staff member helping families at a mobile health clinic in Northwest Syria following the deadly earthquakes.
An IRC staff member helping families at a mobile health clinic in Northwest Syria following the deadly earthquakes.

Make your gift today to help provide food, shelter, and health care to families living in crisis zones worldwide, while all donations are being 2X-matched.

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It's because of the generosity of supporters like you that we are able to continue serving vulnerable communities — in Syria, Türikye, Somalia, Pakistan, and around the world — every day.

And for that, I'll forever be grateful.

Ramadan Kareem,

— Madiha

Madiha Raza

Madiha Raza
Senior Global Communications Officer
International Rescue Committee

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