Egypt today stands as a lifeline for countless displaced families, hosting large numbers of refugees from neighboring conflict zones such as Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, and Gaza. With the influx of vulnerable people, the country faces increasing pressure on its infrastructure, economy, and social services. Refugees and orphans in Egypt often endure unimaginable hardships, hunger, homelessness, lack of access to healthcare, and the constant struggle to meet daily survival needs. Through its Egypt emergency appeal, Al-Qulub Trust has stepped in to address these urgent challenges. By providing essential humanitarian aid such as food parcels, clean water, medical assistance, and shelter, Al-Qulub Trust ensures dignity, hope, and practical support for those who have nowhere else to turn.
Egypt has long been a destination for displaced families seeking safety from war and conflict, but the humanitarian needs are vast and growing. Refugees often arrive with nothing, leaving behind their homes, possessions, and communities. Once in Egypt, many find themselves in overcrowded neighborhoods, temporary shelters, or refugee camps where access to food, clean water, and healthcare is severely limited. Rising living costs have further deepened the crisis, making survival even harder for vulnerable families who lack income or job opportunities.
According to UNHCR, Egypt currently hosts more than 500,000 registered refugees, with unregistered refugees pushing the number much higher. The majority are women and children, many of whom are at risk of malnutrition and disease. Refugees from Sudan and Gaza, in particular, are struggling with trauma, displacement, and extreme poverty. These realities highlight the importance of Al-Qulub Trust’s Egypt emergency appeal, which brings together urgent relief supplies and long-term support to protect the dignity and well-being of affected communities.
Al-Qulub Trust has made Egypt a priority in its global humanitarian efforts, focusing on immediate needs while also promoting dignity and resilience for displaced communities. The appeal is designed to reach refugees and vulnerable families quickly, providing them with life-saving resources that address both hunger and health. Our efforts include food distributions, Zakat cash assistance, medical support, clean water projects, and safe shelter provisions. Each intervention is guided by compassion and accountability, ensuring that aid reaches those most in need without delay.
The Egypt emergency appeal is not only about survival, it is about restoring hope. For families forced to leave everything behind, even the simplest support, such as a food parcel or a hygiene kit, makes a profound difference. Al-Qulub Trust understands that emergency aid must be holistic, tackling hunger, health, water, and shelter together to create a safety net for those struggling to rebuild their lives.
Hunger is one of the most immediate challenges faced by displaced families in Egypt. Many refugees arrive in Cairo and other cities without money to purchase food, and with limited humanitarian support available, entire families often go hungry. To address this, Al-Qulub Trust provides food parcels packed with essentials like rice, flour, lentils, oil, and other staples that can sustain households for weeks. Alongside food parcels, hot meals are distributed to families and children who have been without nourishment for days.
This intervention is especially important for children and the elderly, who are most at risk of malnutrition. By ensuring access to consistent meals, the Egypt emergency appeal helps stabilize families, giving them the strength to endure uncertain times. The joy and relief on the faces of mothers and fathers when receiving food parcels is a testament to how critical this support is in preventing starvation and restoring dignity.
While food distributions are vital, Al-Qulub Trust recognizes that displaced families have diverse needs beyond food. Rent payments, healthcare costs, transportation, and clothing all require financial flexibility. That is why part of the Egypt emergency appeal involves distributing Zakat cash assistance directly to vulnerable households. This form of aid empowers families to decide how best to use funds for survival.
For many Sudanese refugee families in Cairo, this assistance provides a lifeline. A small amount of cash may cover urgent medical treatment for a child, purchase school supplies for education, or help pay for temporary shelter. Cash aid also restores a sense of dignity by allowing families to maintain some independence and choose what they need most. By channelling Zakat into direct financial support, Al-Qulub Trust ensures that donations are used efficiently and responsibly to improve lives.
Access to clean drinking water is one of the most pressing humanitarian concerns in Egypt’s refugee-hosting communities. Families often rely on unsafe water sources or travel long distances to collect water, putting them at risk of waterborne diseases. Through the Egypt emergency appeal, Al-Qulub Trust supplies clean water, hygiene kits, and sanitation awareness programs to improve community health.
Providing safe water is not just about preventing illness; it is about restoring dignity and reducing the daily burdens faced by women and children who are usually responsible for collecting water. Hygiene kits, which include soap, disinfectants, and sanitary supplies, are distributed to protect families against infections and outbreaks, particularly in overcrowded areas where disease spreads quickly. By combining water access with hygiene awareness, Al-Qulub Trust is protecting thousands of vulnerable lives.
Healthcare is another urgent need in Egypt’s refugee communities. Displaced families often have limited or no access to hospitals, and the cost of even basic medicines is beyond their means. To address this, Al-Qulub Trust provides medical aid and health support as part of the Egypt emergency appeal. This includes the distribution of essential medicines, first-aid supplies, and referrals for those in need of urgent treatment.
Children, pregnant women, and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to illness, especially when living in overcrowded conditions. Medical aid helps prevent small health problems from escalating into life-threatening conditions. For example, access to antibiotics or basic pain relief can mean the difference between recovery and prolonged suffering. By prioritizing healthcare, Al-Qulub Trust is giving displaced families a fighting chance to live healthy, dignified lives despite their difficult circumstances.
For many refugees in Egypt, finding safe shelter is one of the greatest challenges. Families often crowd into temporary housing, shared apartments, or makeshift camps that offer little protection from harsh weather or insecurity. Al-Qulub Trust responds by distributing emergency shelter supplies such as blankets, tents, mattresses, and tarpaulins to families in need.
This support provides immediate relief, protecting vulnerable families from exposure and creating a safer environment for children and the elderly. Alongside shelter materials, emergency relief kits include clothing, cooking utensils, and hygiene packs, all essential items for survival. While shelter solutions are often temporary, they give families the breathing space they need while they search for more stable housing options. In doing so, the Egypt emergency appeal not only saves lives but also restores dignity to families who have lost everything.
Among the most vulnerable groups in Egypt are orphaned children, especially Palestinian orphans from Gaza and Sudanese children who have been separated from their families during displacement. These children face trauma, hunger, and lack of security on a daily basis. Al-Qulub Trust has organized initiatives in Cairo to bring joy, dignity, and essential aid to orphans, including hot meals, clean water, educational supplies, and medical care.
Supporting orphaned children is not only about providing physical aid but also about protecting their emotional well-being. Activities designed to engage children, alongside the provision of safe spaces, help restore a sense of normality. The Egypt emergency appeal ensures that these young lives are not forgotten and that they have a chance to grow up with hope, dignity, and the care they deserve.
The appeal primarily supports Sudanese refugees, Palestinian orphans, and other vulnerable families in Egypt, especially in Cairo and surrounding areas.
What kind of aid does Al-Qulub Trust provide in Egypt?
We provide a holistic response that includes food parcels, Zakat cash assistance, clean water, medical aid, hygiene kits, and temporary shelter.
Is this appeal Zakat-eligible?
Yes, all donations to the Egypt emergency appeal are fully eligible for Zakat, Sadaqah, and general charity.
How does Al-Qulub Trust ensure that donations reach the right people?
Our dedicated teams work directly in Egypt with refugee families, coordinating aid distributions and ensuring accountability at every step.
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