In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, long-time partner and supporter Manos Unidas generously provided funds to purchase a second round of essential humanitarian aid supplies. Fratelli was able to support over 500 Syrian and Christian Lebanese families with items such as cleaning supplies, olive oil, boxed milk, and more! The current pandemic has triggered a massive economic and political crisis in the country plunging more families below the poverty lines. As inflation rates rise (currently Lebanese has the 3rd highest inflation rate in the world) so do prices on everyday essentials such as diapers, food, gas, and more. Fratelli and Manos Unidas remain committed to proving resources during these difficult times. If you are interested in supporting this work please click the link below “SUPPORT FRATELLI” to give today.

After a period of no programs or students, Fratelli is slowly starting to re-open starting with its summer program Nachat Sayfi. Nachat Sayfi works with students already enrolled in the Lebanese school system and focuses on helping to keep students’ academic skills sharpened over the summer while providing students a place to play and learn with special summer activities. Students have enjoyed basketball, football, mandala making, dance parties, and more! Check out the video below to see some the educational content our BP teachers have been creating, featuring Fra Fra!

What’s Happening in Bourj Hammoud

The Bourj Hammoud staff celebrated the end of a successful year with a staff outing to Balakline for a day of hiking and waterfall chasing.