Keddi Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to providing opportunity, dignity, and hope to those in need together with its partners has unveiled a significant aid initiative in response to the escalating crisis in Israel and Palestine.
The foundation and its partners have donated a total of USD 50,000,000 in items underscoring its dedication to alleviating the suffering caused by the conflict.
The substantial donation will be allocated as follows:
Ambulances (100 in total):
Israel: 50 ambulances
Palestine: 50 ambulances
Food Supplies (100 tons):
Israel: 50 tons
Palestine: 50 tons
Refuge Tents (70,000 in total):
Israel: 20,000 tents
Palestine: 50,000 tents.
Hon. Steven Keddi, CEO of Keddi Foundation, expressed concern over the devastating effects of the war, including the destruction of health facilities, buildings, businesses, infrastructure, and the loss of thousands of lives. Since the conflict erupted on October 7, 2023, lasting for 65 days as of December, the toll is significant:
In Palestine: 21,000 people presumed to have died, with 13,868 injured
In Israel: 2,927 people presumed to have died, with 3,759 injured.
Highlighting the foundation’s core values, Mr. Keddi emphasized their commitment to fostering positive change in vulnerable children and at-risk youth, both in Uganda, Africa, and globally. He stressed that the foundation’s goal is to serve humanity, not engage in wars.
Mr. Keddi used the platform to urge other philanthropists to support similar causes, emphasizing the importance of directing funds toward humanitarian efforts rather than solely constructing buildings. He further called for a ceasefire between the two nations for the sake of the innocent people in Israel and Palestine.
These funds have been raised by Mr. Keddi Steven the CEO Keddi foundation and other billionaires from various countries who have the heart to help and serve humanity.
