HUMANSERVE International is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) and we rely on the generous private donations we receive in order to carry out our relief and development projects overseas. HUMANSERVE has raised the following total in fundraising campaigns, general donations and zakaat:

$1,080,294 to September 30, 2023

 

(Click here to see the history of provincial and federal matching grant assistance to HSI's projects.)

 

Current Fundraisers

 

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, history forewarns us of the impending crisis: tens of thousands are expected to become internally displaced in South Lebanon, seeking safety and shelter within the municipality of Saida. The potential expansion of conflict and the looming spectre of war have already led to the displacement of innocent families along the southern border as they flee north, leaving them vulnerable and in dire need of immediate assistance.

In a powerful alliance, the NGO Platform in Saida and Municipality have united to provide essential aid to these displaced families. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the Platform of NGOs in Saida convened multiple meetings to deliberate on the plight of those affected.

As a collective, it was unanimously decided to establish an Emergency Response Operations Office within the Municipality building. Local NGOs have been mobilized into specialized committees, focusing on critical areas such as health, social services, environment and mental health, statistics, education, shelters, welcoming committees, media, hot food kitchens, and public relations.

In anticipation of a potential wide-scale conflict with Israel, all NGOs are actively preparing to receive and support displaced individuals from South Lebanon. Popular Aid for Relief and Development (PARD), Humanserve's esteemed overseas partner and a dedicated member of the Saida NGO Platform, has meticulously revised its Emergency Plan for 2022-2024. This comprehensive revision has enabled them to enhance their readiness and implement crucial activities to address the impending crisis.

To provide an immediate lifeline to displaced families in need, PARD aims to fulfill the urgent requirements of 500 targeted families with the provision of aid packages, consisting of baby kits (formula, diapers, etc.), cleaning tools (basic household and  hygiene requirements), kitchen kits (cooking and eating implements, etc.) and women's dignity kits (menstruation products, etc.).

Total Estimated Cost: US$71,500

Now is the Time!

 

Casino Event

Dates: December 7 & 8, 2023
Location: Starlight Casino, West Edmonton Mall

 

 

We look forward to continuing our humanitarian work and serving the needs of refugee families and others living in the margins of society overseas in Lebanon & Palestine and locally here in Aberta. The money raised at our casino will allow us to do just that!

If you can volunteer your time to work a shift during our two-day casino event, email our Casino Chair, Tracy Shaben, before October 31, 2023. No experience is required and it's easy, fun and so worthwhile!

• Meals and snacks will be provided by Humanserve during your shift(s)
• Business casual clothing is required - no jeans
• Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and cannot have a criminal record
• Volunteers must provide a valid ID such as their driver's license

Consider the few hours spent working a casino shift to be your volunteer contribution to HSI this year. How simple is that?

 

Past Fundraisers

 

HUMANSERVE has conducted many fundraising campaigns over the years. These have raised money both for planned projects overseas and in response to sudden emergency situations that have arisen as the result of war, displacement and occupation. The following is a list of the fundraisers that we have undertaken with the help of our volunteers. Since 1998, we have raised the following amount in fundraising campaigns:

$1,080,294 to September 30, 2023

 

See the list below for a summary. Many thanks go to our supporters for their generous donations!