In October 2023, a dire crisis unfolded. Gaza, only 141 square miles, is home to 2.3 million people, ranking among the world's most densely populated areas. By October 8th, Palestinian health officials tallied 600 Palestinian deaths and 2,000 injuries in Gaza. Thirteen Palestinians, including a 12-year-old, died in the West Bank. Around 123,000 individuals from 17,500 families were displaced in Gaza, with 74,000 seeking refuge in 64 UN-built schools. Moreover, Gaza faced severe infrastructure damage, impacting over 400,000 people, and the Gaza Power Plant risked fuel depletion.

HHRD's established procedures in its "Emergency Relief and Disaster Management (ERDM)" initiative prioritize the survival of as many individuals as feasible. This includes supplying critical necessities like water, prepared meals, basic dry goods, hygiene items, medical assistance, and psychosocial support activities. HHRD's team in Jordan, in conjunction with partner NGOs in the area, is actively collaborating with local authorities and suppliers to expedite the procurement and distribution of these urgently required provisions.

Helping Hand USA has consistently addressed Palestinian humanitarian needs since 2005, responding to crises in Gaza and the West Bank through collaboration with their Jordan-based team and trusted partner NGOs. In 2015, they identified a shortage of ambulances in Al-Shijeia, Palestine, and provided crucial medical aid through US donors. HHRD has distributed essential goods and medical supplies from the USA and locally over the years, aiding Palestinians during different seasons. They also recently assisted flood-affected Gaza and began a housing renovation project, reaffirming their commitment to support Palestinian families with vital resources and livelihood opportunities.