The Ramadan 2019 Project was initiated with the primary goal of offering support to families living in extreme poverty, especially in remote and underserved areas. The project was accomplished in collaboration with the Life Foundation, a partner known for its commitment to humanitarian relief efforts. The timing of the project coincided with the month of Ramadan, a period marked by increased community solidarity and the spirit of giving. This initiative was aimed at not only providing essential food supplies to impoverished families but also reinforcing the values of compassion and communal responsibility. The project focused particularly on areas located south of Hebron, where many families face severe hardships due to inadequate infrastructure and limited access to basic necessities.

In the remote areas south of Hebron, such as Masafer Yatta, Jala, Beit Ommar, and Jab'aa, families live under harsh conditions. Many lack access to essential services like electricity, clean water, and healthcare facilities. These limitations exacerbate the difficulties that families already face, particularly during Ramadan, when fasting and religious observances can place additional strain on those without adequate resources. The local economy is weak, with limited job opportunities, which leaves many families reliant on external aid for survival. This project sought to address some of these challenges by providing immediate, tangible support in the form of food parcels.

To alleviate the difficulties faced by these families, the Ramadan 2019 Project concentrated on distributing food parcels. These parcels contained essential items that would help sustain the families throughout the holy month, ensuring that they had enough to break their fast and continue their daily lives. By focusing on direct aid, the project was able to meet an urgent need within a short time frame. The distribution targeted areas that were most affected by poverty, making sure that the aid reached those who needed it the most. The delivery of the food parcels was organized in collaboration with local partners, ensuring that the process was efficient and well-coordinated.

The activities of the project were focused around the timely and systematic distribution of food parcels to the target communities. The process was carefully planned to ensure that the aid reached families in different locations over a series of days, maximizing the project's impact. The key activities included:

1. Planning and Coordination:

   1. The first step was identifying the areas most in need of support. In collaboration with the Life Foundation, specific communities within the Hebron region were selected based on their level of poverty and access to resources.
   2. Local partners were engaged to ensure smooth logistics and to help with navigating these remote areas, some of which were difficult to access.
   3. Volunteers and local team members were mobilized to handle the distribution, ensuring that the parcels were delivered efficiently.

2. Distribution Timeline:

   1. 6 May, 2019: The first phase of the distribution took place in Masafer Yatta and Jala, two of the poorest communities in the region. These areas were prioritized due to their lack of infrastructure and the severe conditions the residents faced.
   2. 7 May, 2019: The second phase of the distribution was conducted in Beit Ommar, another community with limited access to resources. Volunteers delivered the food parcels directly to the families’ homes.
   3. 9 May, 2019: The final phase of the distribution occurred in Jab'aa, completing the project’s geographic coverage. This phase focused on families in the most remote areas, ensuring no one was left behind.

3. Monitoring and Evaluation

   1. Throughout the distribution process, teams were on-site to monitor the activities, ensuring that all designated families received their food parcels.
   2. Feedback was collected from the families to evaluate the effectiveness of the aid and to identify any areas for improvement in future projects.

The activities about the physical distribution of food and about creating an environment of solidarity and support. Volunteers interacted with families, offering emotional and moral support, which was an important aspect of the relief efforts during the holy month.

The Ramadan 2019 Project successfully met its goal of providing immediate relief to families living in poverty. The food parcels allowed these families to focus on their spiritual practices without the added stress of food insecurity. The project also fostered a sense of hope and unity within the communities. Families that had been struggling to meet their daily needs received much-needed support, which helped alleviate some of the pressures they faced. The successful distribution to all targeted areas ensured that the project achieved widespread impact in a short time frame.

The project had a significant social impact on the communities it served. By providing essential food items during Ramadan, the project not only addressed the immediate needs of the families but also promoted a sense of solidarity and compassion among community members. The initiative reinforced the values of empathy and shared responsibility, which are particularly emphasized during Ramadan. This act of giving helped strengthen community bonds and provided a reminder of the importance of supporting those in need, especially during challenging times.

While the primary focus of the project was on providing food aid, it had a limited direct economic impact. The short-term nature of the aid provided immediate relief, but it did not contribute to long-term economic development or sustainability. However, by easing the burden of food insecurity, the project indirectly supported families by allowing them to allocate their limited resources to other essential needs, such as healthcare or education.

The Ramadan 2019 Project was a resounding success, achieving its core objective of providing relief to some of the most vulnerable families in the Hebron region. The collaboration between the project organizers, the Life Foundation, and local volunteers ensured that the aid was delivered efficiently and reached the intended beneficiaries. The project not only met the immediate needs of the families but also contributed to the larger goal of fostering a culture of giving and support within the community. Although the project focused on short-term relief, it laid the groundwork for future initiatives that could continue to support these communities.