The crisis in Syria continues to escalate...

 

An estimated 11 million Syrians have fled their homes since the outbreak of the civil war in 2011.

 

6 years on, 13.5 million are in need of humanitarian assistance in Syria.

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The majority escaping the conflict have sought refuge in neighbouring countries or within Syria itself. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), 4.8 million have fled to Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt and Iraq, and 6.6 million are displaced within Syria.

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Meanwhile, approximately one million have requested asylum in Europe; Germany, with over 300,000 cumulated applications and Sweden with 100,000 are EU’s top receiving countries.

 

As we see this tragedy unfold before us, surely there is something we can do? Is it not time for us to step forward and help them?

 

We have an incredibly generous community and many have helped already, but there is still so much more that can and needs to be done.

 

Why are Grass-Roots Organisations Needed?

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It is estimated by the UNHCRI that currently 70% of EU funding is still 'missing' and that is why grass-root organisations such as High Wycombe Helping Others are essential to get vital aid into countries with the most urgent need as quickly and efficiently as possible.

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By donating to our organisation you are helping make more tomorrows for those in need.

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The current mission for the team and other local groups is to get urgent aid out to the most desperate locations to help those in need.

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A 40ft containers are being regularly sent but funding for these shipments is urgently needed to cover logistic costs.

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We have a collection point for physical donations at Big Yellow Storage, 320 London Road, High Wycombe - this premises is only manned by volunteers at various times, please referal to our Open Times for details - please bookmark our calendar for easy finding. 

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Please see our current list of needed items on our 'Appeals' Page - here