Despite a ceasefire, 90% of Gaza's require humanitarian assistance this winter and famine is still present. Here’s what we’re doing — and how you can help.
Even with a ceasefire declared, 1.9 million Gazans — roughly 90% of the population — have been displaced after two years of violence. Many are now heading into a harsh winter without adequate shelter, food, water, or protection, while famine remains present in the region.
3.3 m
3.3 million people in need of humanitarian assistance in 2026 (including Gaza and the West Bank).
people in need of humanitarian assistance in 2026*
*including Gaza and the West Bank
1.9 m
1.9 million Gazans displaced by two years of violence
Gazans displaced by two years of violence
259,000
259,000 families without sufficient protection and supplies for winter.
families without sufficient protection and supplies for the winter
640,000
640,000 people are facing famine with 1.1 million more at risk for famine.
people are facing famine**
**with 1.1 million more at risk
How to help Gaza
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A ceasefire was declared on October 9, 2025, as part of a larger Gaza peace deal. This is a critical step, however civilians will continue to face impossible choices in their daily struggle to survive.
As Concern Worldwide US CEO Colleen Kelly explains: “Now is the time to open every route possible for humanitarian aid. People in Gaza need clean water, food, and medical care — and they need it now.”
In August 2025, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) officially confirmed famine in Gaza for the first time. The organization estimated that 640,000 people would be affected through September. It has not yet been able to conduct a follow-up due to the security situation, but estimates that at least half a million Gazans are still facing famine, with another 1 million one step away from crossing the threshold if urgent action is not taken.
An estimated 90% of Gazans remain unable to return home amid houses reduced to rubble and crowded displacement sites. This is further complicated by the approaching winter months, which bring colder temperatures and heavy rains. Tents and makeshift shelters have faced multiple floods since November.
Floods in Gaza began in November with heavy rains submerging encampments, soaking families, shutting down roads, and bringing waterborne diseases. Hygiene is at a premium amid this, as sewage drains have also collapsed under pressure. The UN estimates that over a quarter of a million families are not adequately prepared for the winter months in terms of shelter and other vital supplies.
With support from Concern, CESVI distributes over 1,300 gallons of water daily to Al-Zawaida in Gaza. (Photo: CESVI/Concern Worldwide)
How is Concern helping in Gaza?
Concern Worldwide is working through its partner CESVI in Gaza to deliver clean water for drinking and cooking to displaced communities across 10 locations in Khan Younis, Deir al Balah, and Gaza City. Together, we have reached over 105,000 people, with daily water deliveries. We are also supporting CESVI in activities surrounding hygiene, sanitation, and emergency food assistance.
105,000
105,000 people reached with daily water deliveries.
people reached with daily water deliveries
29,000
28,000 people reached with waste removal services and latrines.
people reached with waste removal services and latrines
19,000
19,000 hygiene kits distributed in 2024.
hygiene kits distributed in 2024
11
11 clinics supported with therapeutic food to treat child malnutrition.
clinics supported to treat child malnutrition
Maryam* lives in Al-Zawaida, Gaza Strip, with her husband and children and is receiving support from Concern and its partner CESVI. The family were displaced from Al Zaytoun. Maryam* says "We faced difficulties obtaining water and the time when water was available was limited." (Photo: Concern Worldwide)
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