Help the Mushtaha Family (Gaza War Victims)

Help the Mushtaha Family, Victims of the Gaza War

Hello, my name is Ahmed, and I am fundraising for my friend Siraj's family in Gaza.

My friend’s family in Gaza was living a life filled with success and achievement. They owned one of the largest luxury furniture companies in Palestine, with their exquisite products gracing many upscale homes across the country. They had a grand, luxurious furniture showroom—a testament to years of hard work and ambition.

But in one tragic moment, their lives were turned upside down...

What Happened?

Total Destruction: In the midst of the recent and ongoing war that has ravaged Gaza, the family literally lost everything. Their furniture factory was completely destroyed, their beautiful showroom was reduced to rubble, and even their home, once a safe haven, is now only a memory after being completely demolished. Today, this family, once a symbol of success, is homeless and displaced, residing in refugee shelters in southern Gaza. To make matters worse, unprecedented inflation and soaring prices have drained their savings, which they now use simply to survive in this harsh reality.

Who Are the Family Members?

• Mahmoud Mushtaha (the father): A man who worked tirelessly to provide a dignified life for his family. He now dreams of rebuilding what he lost to support his family and secure his children’s education and basic needs.

• Hanan Mushtaha (the mother): A strong mother who has endured much but is heartbroken to see her children suffer.

• Feras: The eldest son, who graduated with a degree in architecture two months before the war. However, all job opportunities are now virtually impossible amidst this devastation.

• Siraj: My dear friend and the second son, a dedicated fifth-year medical student in Egypt, who is close to finishing his studies. However, they now struggle to cover his tuition, putting his dream of becoming a doctor and serving his community at risk.

• Karim: The youngest son, who was supposed to begin his university studies, now hopes that his dreams will not go unfulfilled.

• Mariam: The only daughter, 16 years old, with high aspirations and a desire to study medicine like her brother, but faces enormous challenges due to the ongoing war.

This is what my friend Siraj says about his family:

"My name is Siraj Mahmoud Mushtaha, a medical student at Zagazig University in Egypt. I moved to Egypt in 2019 to continue my studies and realize my dream—and my family’s dream—of becoming a doctor, not only for my ambition and my family’s aspirations but also to serve my country with my medical skills.

With the onset of the war, my family’s situation in Gaza deteriorated day by day, and communication between us became extremely difficult. I was deeply concerned for their safety, and these circumstances fueled my determination to succeed so that one day, I could help them and support my country with all I have learned.

As a medical student, I found myself torn between focusing on my studies and constantly worrying about my family. Countless nights passed sleeplessly, thinking of them and feeling helpless to protect them. But this ordeal only strengthened my resolve, driving me to persevere—not only for

my future but for the future of my family and the homeland I hope to serve one day with everything I’ve learned."

Here is a message from his family:

"Hello, kind world, this is our story.

When the war began, we were preparing to achieve even more. But in one instant, our lives were transformed from success to catastrophe. Our large factory, which employed dozens of workers, was completely destroyed. Our furniture showroom, filled with the latest and most luxurious modern and classic designs, is now under rubble. Even our warm, beautiful home, which was always a source of comfort and safety, was not spared from destruction.

Today, we are displaced, living in harsh conditions in shelters in southern Gaza, like thousands of other families whose lives have been destroyed by the war. What breaks our hearts most is that we were on the brink of achieving even more, but the war left us with no chance to continue our journey without support from others.

Why Are We Asking for Your Help?

This family seeks not only to rebuild their home or business but to have a chance to rebuild their lives. Your support will give them the ability to stand on their feet again and regain part of the hope that the war stole by rebuilding their livelihood so they can rise again.

How Will Donations Be Used?

• Securing temporary housing for the family amid soaring rental costs.

• Supporting Siraj in continuing his medical studies.

• Rebuilding their furniture factory to provide a source of income for the family.

Every Donation is a Beacon of Hope: Imagine yourselves in their position—how would you feel if you and your family were in this situation? Your support will give them hope in building a new future and reclaiming part of what they lost. You have the power to make a real difference in their lives. Let’s help them smile again after the war has taken it away.

Help us raise as much as possible for this determined family so they can stand on their feet again. Together, we can make a significant difference.

Thank you in advance for every contribution you make. Please share this campaign with your friends and family to make an even greater impact.