With recent reports of further suffering including from attack with suspected chemical weapons in Douma, Eastern Ghouta, ordinary Syrians remain desperately in need of support. Penny Appeal aid is now making it through to those trapped in the most difficult of situations, including in Eastern Ghouta region, where our partners have been distributing aid to families taking refuge in shelters.

The Prophet (pbuh) said to his wife: ‘Do not turn away a poor man, even if all you can give is half a date. If you love the poor and bring them near you, Allah will bring you near him of the Day of Resurrection.