Somalia has witnessed one of the longest wars in history running into decades. This is made worse by the fact that the country lies on a semi-arid belt. This makes it impossible for the population to make a living from its soil. People have had to rely on humanitarian relief Somalia efforts by volunteers and well-wishers. While many would love to assist, the opportunities seem to be elusive. How can one participate in alleviating the suffering of the millions of people affected?
Organizations offering support to these populations accept donations of items that go directly to the affected people. They donations can be in the form of cloths, food stuffs, shoes and items that will be taken directly to them. They are collected at various drop-off points. They need not be new as long as they are in a condition that will be beneficial to the recipient.
Relief organizations also take donations in cash. The cash goes into supporting activities of these organizations including buying food and other items needed on the ground. The organizations have set convenient avenues to collect these donations. They include use of debit and credit cards as well as cloud funding and other internet based money transfer systems. The organizations involved make decisions on what to buy based on their assessment of need on the ground.
Drop off points at malls and shopping points offer another opportunity for people wishing to donate. The idea is to buy something extra for the affected Somalis when you are doing own shopping. The items may actually be bought and dropped at the collection bag or paid for to be collected later. The organizers can change the items based on their value to enable them buy what the people need most.
There are activities hosted by charity organizations aimed at raising funds. The events include marathons, art exhibitions and galleries, dinners, walks, marathons and concerts, among others. These events are open to individuals and corporate organizations. By purchasing merchandise for these events, including caps and t-shirts, you will be supporting their activities.
Organizations are open to the idea of volunteers visiting the country. The country is in need of doctors, teachers, and other staffs to support humanitarian efforts by relief organizations. Beyond sending your donation, you have the perfect opportunity to experience the real situation on the ground.
Offer logistical support to organizations helping people in Somalia. They require people to mobilize for events, perform administrative work, help in collecting donations and packaging, among other skills. When you volunteer for a few hours, it will save the organizations money that can be put into buying supplies. Corporate organizations participate by acting as collection points, sponsoring volunteers, publicizing events and other ways that an organization chooses.
There are campaigns that are not genuine and are therefore used by individuals for personal gratification. Check whether the activity you are participating in has been licensed and if the organization has real footing in Somalia. This is the only assurance you will have that your donations are going to the intended persons.
Organizations offering support to these populations accept donations of items that go directly to the affected people. They donations can be in the form of cloths, food stuffs, shoes and items that will be taken directly to them. They are collected at various drop-off points. They need not be new as long as they are in a condition that will be beneficial to the recipient.
Relief organizations also take donations in cash. The cash goes into supporting activities of these organizations including buying food and other items needed on the ground. The organizations have set convenient avenues to collect these donations. They include use of debit and credit cards as well as cloud funding and other internet based money transfer systems. The organizations involved make decisions on what to buy based on their assessment of need on the ground.
Drop off points at malls and shopping points offer another opportunity for people wishing to donate. The idea is to buy something extra for the affected Somalis when you are doing own shopping. The items may actually be bought and dropped at the collection bag or paid for to be collected later. The organizers can change the items based on their value to enable them buy what the people need most.
There are activities hosted by charity organizations aimed at raising funds. The events include marathons, art exhibitions and galleries, dinners, walks, marathons and concerts, among others. These events are open to individuals and corporate organizations. By purchasing merchandise for these events, including caps and t-shirts, you will be supporting their activities.
Organizations are open to the idea of volunteers visiting the country. The country is in need of doctors, teachers, and other staffs to support humanitarian efforts by relief organizations. Beyond sending your donation, you have the perfect opportunity to experience the real situation on the ground.
Offer logistical support to organizations helping people in Somalia. They require people to mobilize for events, perform administrative work, help in collecting donations and packaging, among other skills. When you volunteer for a few hours, it will save the organizations money that can be put into buying supplies. Corporate organizations participate by acting as collection points, sponsoring volunteers, publicizing events and other ways that an organization chooses.
There are campaigns that are not genuine and are therefore used by individuals for personal gratification. Check whether the activity you are participating in has been licensed and if the organization has real footing in Somalia. This is the only assurance you will have that your donations are going to the intended persons.
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