Taawon (Welfare Association)
Empowering Palestinians since 1983 through education, culture and relief programs in Palestine and beyond. Together, we build hope
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Taawon (Welfare Association) is a non-profit, civic organization launched in Geneva in the year 1983, upon the initiative of a group of Palestinian and Arab economists and intellectuals.
Taawon has become one of the largest organizations operating in Palestine and the diaspora camps in Lebanon, whereby it touches the lives of more than one million Palestinians on an annual basis, with half of these beneficiaries being women.
Since its establishment, Taawon has invested funds reaching nearly US $900 million, dedicated to development and relief programs.
Taawon’s record over the past 40 years reflects a journey full of achievements reinforced by strong partnerships.
Taawon’s long and rich experience has enabled it to:
- Overcome obstacles and difficult conditions due to the Israeli occupation
- Find innovative and creative solutions to crises
- Remain responsive to needs despite social and economic instability
Taawon maintains a presence in:
- Palestine
- Jordan
- Lebanon
- Switzerland
- Great Britain (via its sister organization)
Its interventions reinforce the steadfastness of Palestinian citizens in Palestine and the refugee camps in Lebanon.
Taawon aims to:
- Empower Palestinian individuals and civil society institutions
- Strengthen identity, freedom, democracy, and human values
- Preserve Palestinian cultural heritage, highlighting its unique position
- Unleash the creative energies of youth, women, and children
- Provide equal opportunities for all segments of society
- Promote creativity and excellence despite the most difficult circumstances
Taawon works in partnership with civil society organizations through:
- Purposeful planning
- High-standard policies
Guided by:
- The Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
- The Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity
🏅 Awards & Recognition:
- Taawon Awards for Excellence & Creativity, granted annually to those advancing sustainable development in Palestine
- Recipient of the Mahatma Award (2018–2020) for COVID‑19 humanitarian efforts taawon.org
Our Vision*:*
“To envision the Palestinian people as citizens of an independent, free, democratic Arab Palestine, living in dignity, prosperity and self‑fulfillment.”
Fundraisers
Official fundraiser
Gaza’s Orphan Care Program (Noor)
Around 20,000 children have been left orphaned due to the recent war on the Gaza Strip.
"Gaza’s Orphan Care Program" Taawon in partnership with Bank of Palestine Group launched the program to support 20,000 children orphaned by the war. The program aims to provide a comprehensive set of interventions to orphans, empowering them to live with dignity, become active members in their communities, and build a brighter future for themselves. Join us in shaping a brighter future for the orphans of Gaza. Support them and sponsor an orphan now: Sponsor an Orphan annually : USD 2000. Sponsor an Orphan on a monthly basis: USD 167. Every donation has a meaningful impact.
Our vision is to empower orphaned children to live a normal life and to pursue their aspirations and dreams for a better future. At Taawon, we have always believed that the future of orphans in Gaza is our collective responsibility.
Over the last 15 years, Taawon has supported 4,261 orphans in Gaza. Taawon provides a holistic model for orphans, encompassing educational, financial, and health support to the child, based on their individual needs. This is done in collaboration with a network of civil society organizations who specialize in these areas.
- Raised
- $6,663,898
- Goal
- $50,000,000
137 supporters
DonateOfficial fundraiser
Gaza Emergency Relief - Provide Urgent Aid
Gaza is enduring relentless attacks.
Families are displaced, surviving without basic necessities. Since the first day of the attack, Gaza has faced unthinkable suffering. Thousands of families are forced to survive in inhumane conditions, struggling without food, clean water, and basic healthcare. It is our responsibility to stand by them now. Your donations would help us provide immediate relief for over 1.7 million displaced individuals. Help us ensure they receive the basic humanitarian needs. Gaza is in crisis. An unprecedented scale of support is needed. Here’s how we are responding to ensure aid reaches every family in need Since the onset of the attack, more than half a million individuals have benefited from our interventions. Through the Gaza Emergency Relief Campaign, we are addressing urgent needs such as food, water, healthcare, and shelter for those displaced. We have partnered with 20 local civil society organizations in Gaza to ensure direct access to displaced families and deliver aid in the toughest circumstances. Alongside our on-ground partners, our global network of supporters is working tirelessly to provide critical support for Gaza. Areas of intervention Food & Water: Food parcels & shopping vouchers, fresh produce parcels, and clean water Healthcare Medical supplies, and essential services, fuel for hospitals & ambulances Shelter Clothes, blankets, and emergency shelter materials Mental Health Support Essential Healthcare Services and social welfare
- Raised
- $11,710,968
- Goal
- $15,000,000
110 supporters
DonateDonors
Kaitlyn Eureka Dorsinville I support welfare because I believe in justice, humanity, community, and in the future of this world.
Khadijeh Habashneh I trust Taawon, as an old Association helping the Palestinian People.
- Iman Khayyat
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