As the humanitarian situation in Lebanon continues to evolve, thousands of families have been displaced from their homes and are currently seeking shelter across the country. Many displaced families are staying in schools, temporary shelters, or with relatives while waiting for assistance.
Across Lebanon, humanitarian organizations, international NGOs, and local volunteer initiatives have mobilized to provide urgent support including food assistance, medical care, shelter supplies, and financial aid.
If you are wondering how to help Lebanon during this humanitarian crisis, the organizations below are actively providing assistance to displaced families and vulnerable communities.
Organizations Helping Displaced Families in Lebanon
Several humanitarian organizations are currently providing relief across Beirut, Mount Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and northern Lebanon. Their programs include emergency healthcare, food assistance, shelter support, and humanitarian aid distribution.
Lebanese Red Cross – Emergency Medical and Relief Services
The Lebanese Red Cross is one of the country’s primary emergency responders. Its teams provide ambulance services, emergency medical care, blood donation support, and relief distribution during national crises.
Official website
https://www.redcross.org.lb
Donate
https://donate.redcrossredcrescent.org/lb/supportLRC
Caritas Lebanon – Social Services and Humanitarian Assistance
Caritas Lebanon supports vulnerable Lebanese families, refugees, and migrants through nationwide programs providing healthcare services, social support, and emergency humanitarian assistance.
Official website
https://caritas.org.lb
Donate
https://caritas.org.lb/donation/
Amel Association International – Healthcare and Community Support
Amel Association International operates healthcare centers and mobile clinics across Lebanon, delivering medical services and humanitarian support to displaced communities.
Official website
https://amel.org
Emergency appeal
https://amel.org/solidarity-in-action-amel-calls-for-urgent-support-to-sustain-emergency-response-in-lebanon/
UNHCR – The UN Refugee Agency
UNHCR provides assistance to refugees and displaced people in Lebanon, including financial aid programs, shelter assistance, and emergency relief supplies.
Official website
https://www.unhcr.org/lb
Donate
https://giving.unhcr.org/en/lebanon/
World Food Programme – Emergency Food Assistance
The World Food Programme supports communities affected by displacement and economic hardship through food assistance programs and cash support for vulnerable families.
Official website
https://www.wfp.org/countries/lebanon
Donate
https://donate.wfp.org
Anera – Healthcare and Community Development
Anera provides humanitarian support across Lebanon through programs focused on healthcare services, food distribution, and community development initiatives.
Official website
https://www.anera.org/where-we-work/lebanon/
Donate
https://www.anera.org/donate/
arcenciel – Community Support and Social Programs
arcenciel is a Lebanese NGO working with marginalized communities through programs focused on healthcare, social support, environmental initiatives, and youth empowerment.
Official website
https://arcenciel.org
Donate
https://arcenciel.org/donate/
Local Volunteer Initiatives Supporting Displaced Families
In addition to major humanitarian organizations, local volunteer groups and grassroots initiatives across Lebanon are collecting and distributing essential supplies for displaced families.
Many initiatives are currently gathering items such as:
- Blankets and mattresses
- Non-perishable food
- Baby supplies and diapers
- Hygiene kits and sanitary products
- Warm clothing
- Medicines and first-aid supplies
Volunteer networks and community centers across Beirut, Mount Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and northern Lebanon are helping coordinate relief distribution.
How Individuals Can Help Lebanon
There are several ways individuals can support humanitarian efforts in Lebanon.
Donate to Trusted Organizations
Financial donations allow humanitarian organizations to quickly purchase and distribute essential supplies where they are most needed.
Volunteer Locally
Many NGOs rely on volunteers to sort donations, prepare relief packages, and assist with logistics.
Donate Essential Supplies
Food, blankets, hygiene products, medicines, and baby supplies are among the most urgently needed items.
Share Verified Information
Raising awareness about trusted humanitarian organizations helps ensure assistance reaches those who need it most.
A Collective Effort
During times of crisis, the solidarity of communities, volunteers, and humanitarian organizations becomes essential. Through coordinated humanitarian efforts and continued support, these organizations are working to provide life-saving assistance and dignity to thousands of displaced families across Lebanon.