Support Syrian refugees fleeing years of conflict
Every pound you donate will go towards supporting Concern’s work in Syria and wherever the need is greatest
Millions of families have fled their homes in Syria to escape 11 years of intense conflict. Over 6.5 million people have been forced to seek refuge mostly in neighbouring countries, and 14.6 million people who are still living in Syria are dependent on humanitarian assistance.
Families have lost loved ones, their homes, their jobs. In many cases, they have no other option but to flee to safety elsewhere in the country or mainly to neighbouring Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan and Iraq.
Can you help us reach more displaced Syrian families with the means to survive and build back their livelihoods?
Mother of three Lama* was living happily in Syria before the conflict broke out. She had to leave everything behind – including her cherished home and university studies - to keep her family safe. She now lives in an informal tented settlement in Lebanon.
As part of Concern’s support to Syrian refugees, Lama has been attending embroidery classes. She is hopeful it could turn into a profession and enable her to earn an income to support her family.
Concern is helping me by giving me valuable embroidery training. I’m learning new skills every day. I would like to open a small embroidery and sewing business.
4 ways your donation could support Syrian refugees
*Names have been changed to protect the identity of individuals
How your donation is used
81.9%
Overseas programmes
Almost 82 pence in every pound donated goes towards our emergency response and long-term development programmes, working together with people living in the most difficult situations to bring about lasting change to lives, livelihoods and communities.
14.2%
Fundraising
This is money we spend to raise more funds for our overseas work.
3.5%
Policy, advocacy and campaigns
We invest money to campaign, lobby governments, run petitions and put pressure on decision-makers to tackle the underlying causes of extreme poverty and push for change.
0.4%
Governance
These are funds we spend to ensure that Concern is compliant and adheres to the highest standards.