Several members of a lovely family from Gaza made their way to the Bay Area during the brief ceasefire last year. Asylum paperwork and its accompanying work permits take time; meanwhile, there is rent due and living expenses to pay. We can’t wait for charity or for nonprofits to write grants specific to Gazan refugees, nor does that feel empowering. They deserve dignity and agency in the process of building a life here for however long they stay. Members of the family are cooking traditional Palestinian foods to share with their new community for donations to secure a stable life in the Bay Area.

We are building relationships with various Palestinian solidarity groups, locally and abroad. We are always building our networks and lists of resources. We hope that our efforts to connect and collaborate with other groups can amplify our impact. Whether you’re an “official” organization or a rag-tag group of friends, if you are doing wok to support Palestine, we want to know you!

Mohammedali worked hard to build his dream: Covo Coffee. Despite facing challenges in besieged Gaza, Mohammedali’s determination was unwavering. Tragically, his shops and supplies were destroyed during the war, yet like the resilient spirit of all Palestinians, Mohammedali seeks to rise from the rubble and continue his dream here in the Bay Area.

We have committed to supporting the Raida family in their efforts to evacuate Gaza. Plase read about their situation and support the efforts to get them across the Rafah crossing and continue supporting them once they are in Egypt. Click for updates on the family!

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