UNICEF seeks $97.5 million for winter aid to Gaza and West Bank children

UNICEF has launched a fundraising drive to secure $97.5 million aimed at shielding 540,000 children and their families in Gaza and the West Bank from the severe winter weather expected in the coming months. The campaign seeks contributions from governments, private donors and humanitarian partners to finance emergency shelters, heating supplies, winter clothing and essential health services for the vulnerable population.

The targeted assistance comes as the region endures a prolonged humanitarian crisis marked by limited access to basic utilities, disrupted supply chains and heightened exposure to cold temperatures. By mobilizing the requested funds, UNICEF intends to provide immediate winterization measures, reinforce existing community support structures and mitigate the risk of illness and displacement among the affected households. The organization emphasizes that timely contributions are critical to ensure that the planned interventions can be deployed before the onset of the cold season.