Support for Palestinians resettling in Cobourg
We have connected with Eman Alatbash, an NCC client who is living in Cobourg.
Since the conflict started in Gaza, Eman has been trying to get her family to safety. She is sponsoring 25 family members to resettle in Canada. Unfortunately, one of her sisters is still in Rafah.
Her friends have set up this fundraiser as they have taken on heavy financial responsibilities: https://www.gofundme.com/f/alatbash-family-fundraiser.
Eman is also collecting household items and furniture.
Our staff will support Eman’s family with settling once they are here in Canada. In the meantime, we are also running a collection drive for Eman to collect essential items to house her family members.
Date: Thursday May 23, 2024
Time: 10am to 4pm
Location: New Canadians Centre Peterborough (221 Romaine Street, Peterborough, K9J 2C3)
*If you cannot drop off donations in Peterborough and would like to drop off in Cobourg, please contact Faye to coordinate drop-off [email protected], 705 761 6827*
Please see this list for items that Eman requires and donate as you are able.
Household Items:
New items only:
- Pillows
- Towels
- Comforters (Queen size preferred)
- Linen sets (Queen size preferred)
- Rugs/Carpet
- Paper towels, dish soaps, dish sponge, toilet paper, laundry detergent, diapers (size 1 – 4), baby wipes
- Grocery gift cards
Other items in good working condition:
- Small appliances – toasters, kettles, toaster ovens
- Cutlery sets, plates, cups/mugs
- Booster and car seats (not expired)
- Humidifiers
Furniture:
Please contact Faye prior to coordinate drop-off time for furniture, and to check if items are still needed: [email protected], 705 761 6827
- Bed frame/boxspring (1 king, 6 queens, 2 singles)
- Playpens x 3
- Dressers x 5
Here is the same list as an attachment.
PLEASE, no clothing or used fabric items. Please consider Good Neighbours Care Centre or PATH’s Clothing & Supplies Hub if you have these items to donate.