The unfolding situation in Gaza is beyond catastrophic
And for the hostages in Gaza and their families impacted, the heartbreak continues.
Since the violence escalated in October 2023, tens of thousands have been killed and injured. During May 2025, in just two days alone, at least 45 children were reportedly killed – having to starve day after day, only to be victims of indiscriminate attacks.
For 11 weeks, lifesaving humanitarian aid was blocked from entering Gaza – a complete violation of international humanitarian law. During this time, hunger and malnutrition intensified sharply, reversing the clear humanitarian gains seen during the ceasefire earlier this year. Now, with only a trickle of humanitarian aid allowed in, including one UNICEF truck (as of 20 May 2025) containing nutrition products for children, supplements and baby complementary food, children continue to teether on the brink of starvation.
The world must not look away as children are fighting for survival. Please donate today to help UNICEF continue delivering services in malnutrition, healthcare, education and clean water.
The world’s children continue to face growing uncertainty. From famine confirmed in Sudan to relentless attacks across the Middle East to the recent outbreak of polio in Papua New Guinea, children are being impacted by devastating conflicts and natural disasters.
During emergencies, children are especially vulnerable to disease, malnutrition and violence. Young people living in conflict areas are more likely to be in extreme poverty or unable to attend school.
Globally, more than 47 million children are displaced from their homes; most are fleeing emergencies that haven’t made international headlines.
Across the world right now, almost 8 million children are at risk of dying from malnutrition without immediate treatment.
Your generosity ensures we are there for children every step of the way, from ensuring survival through the peak of an emergency to the final stages of recovery.
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When we respond to an emergency, we provide immediate lifesaving support and help communities to recover faster and stronger. Our focus is on sustainable solutions to help children thrive in the long term.
For example, the rehabilitation and upgrade of water and sanitation systems in Gaza serves vulnerable households in both the immediate crisis and for years after. In refugee camps in Bangladesh, displaced Rohingya children are taught the Myanmar curriculum so they can continue their education when they return to their homeland.
We work alongside local partners to build resilience in health, education and social protection systems in the Asia Pacific region, across Australia, and around the world.
Your support empowers UNICEF to deliver swift, lifesaving care and long-term solutions to those who need it most. It helps us to bridge the gaps before, during and after emergencies to create safe, resilient communities where children can reclaim their childhoods and fulfill their potential.
Philanthropy: From Survival to Safety
UNICEF and our partners are supporting children from the beginning of an emergency to the restoration of services and communities.
- 80¢on average, 80 cents to every dollar spent for the past three years went directly to helping children in need, including long-term programs, emergency response and community education.
- 20¢on average, 14 cents to every dollar spent for the past three years went to essential fundraising costs that helped us generate more impact for children, 6 cents went to admin costs, such as keeping your personal data safe.
How do we use each dollar donated?