An estimated 9 million Syrians have fearfully fled their homes since the outbreak of civil war in March 2011. The situation is grave and only worsening with time. Refugees make dangerous, often deadly, journeys to neighboring countries in hopes of a better life. Many settle in camps when – and if – they arrive.
According to the U.N., more than half of all Syrian refugees are under the age of 18.Most have been out of school for months, if not years. The youngest are confused and scared by their experiences, lacking the sense of safety and home they need. The older children are forced to grow up too fast, finding work and taking care of their family in desperate circumstances.
…is the common story among Syrian refugees, many of whom are unable to bring any belongings with them during their treacherous journeys. Instead, they carry nothing but horror stories and possess only the clothes on their backs. Women and young girls are in great, great need of basic items like new clothes, shoes and scarves. Not having clean attire to wear exposes them much more to numerous diseases, which can easily spread to other refugees since everyone is living closely together.
This past Ramadan, because of incredibly generous donors like yourself, we raised over $14,000 to donate over 1,400+ brand new shoes to people in need around the world. This time, we can create an even bigger impact for an even greater cause!
Help your sisters in humanity out. Spread smiles by patching hope, one outfit at a time :)
Share this campaign all over your social media accounts. Share with family and friends. Personally talk to them, send a text message, shoot an email, whatever it takes to make people not just “like” ClotheSyria but actually support it.
Remember to use the hashtag #GoodWillPrevail & #ClotheSyria to help this cause get as much awareness as possible!