How your donations are helping Beirut right now
Beirut is still reeling from the massive explosion that took place on August 4th, killing over 200 people, injuring more than 6,000, and displacing over 300,000 from their homes. In the days that followed, the people of Lebanon came together, standing by those affected by the blast, helping them rebuild their homes, find their loved ones, and support them, both physically and emotionally.
At NokNok, the best is done to support NGOs and charities by creating the opportunity to pledge donations through the app. After the port explosion and in an attempt to assist the victims of the blast, additional associations were incorporated in the donations category. In the past two months, so many of our customers have contributed to giving the needed support to those working tirelessly on the ground.
Here are just some of the ways the contributions have helped Beirut rebuild itself.
Bassma
Bassma is deeply committed to providing care and high quality services to children and families in need. Through its programs, the organization’s object is to implement a 3 to 5 year personalized rehabilitation program, focusing on education and employment, to help families gain their financial independence.
Donations to Bassma on NokNok go towards the rehabilitation of 100 homes affected by the explosion.
Baytna Baytak
Baytna Baytak is a social initiative launched by young, dynamic, and independent Lebanese people whose mission was primarily to secure housing for healthcare professionals working at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19. After the blast, the organization shifted its priority to relocating displaced individuals who lost their homes.
Donations to Baytna Baytak on NokNok go towards rebuilding homes affected by the explosion.
Beit el Baraka
Beit el Baraka stands by retired Lebanese citizens to guarantee their golden years are dignified and secure. It assists them in their struggle with the increasing cost of living and provides access to sustenance, safe homes, and medical care.
Donations to Beit el Baraka on NokNok go towards providing free food, shelter, and medicine to families in need.
Offrejoie
Offrejoie, founded in 1985, brings together volunteers from across Lebanon and around the world to promote unity and solidarity across social and religious barriers.
Donations to Offrejoie on NokNok go towards creating food care and hygiene packages to be distributed to families in need.
Rebuild Beirut
Rebuild Beirut is an initiative created by the founders of Live Love Beirut in response to the port explosion and is working around the clock to help those in need.
Donations to Rebuild Beirut on NokNok go towards providing building materials, basic needs, and food to families that lost their homes as a result of the blast.
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NokNok also supports CCCL, IDRAAC, Donner Sang Compter, Al Ghina, March, USJ en Mission and Heartbeat.
Photos are courtesy of the NGOs social media channels.