Lebanon

Why does Lebanon need my support?

Since the fall of 2019, Lebanon has experienced a series of crises that have left the country teetering on the brink of collapse. In 2022 Lebanon’s annual inflation rate was 171.2%, making it one of the most severe economic crises in the world since the mid-19th century. More than 80% of the population now lives below the poverty line due to the economic crisis and political unrest, leaving them in desperate need of affordable healthcare and education.

  • The total breakdown of the public electricity grid has thrust the nation into an energy crisis, leaving many essential service providers and facilities without reliable access to energy. To compensate for the public grid only supplying approximately two hours of energy per day, many rely on private diesel generators, which come with their own set of challenges, including environmental and health concerns, as well as increasing fuel prices.

  • The country has the highest per capita refugee population in the world, with the Bekaa region hosting the highest concentration of refugees. The government estimates there are 1.5 million Syrian refugees in Lebanon, and a staggering 90% of them are living in extreme poverty.

  • The healthcare system in Lebanon is overwhelmed and exhausted, struggling to provide even basic services for those in need.

    Hospitals are facing dire shortages of medications and medical supplies, and frequent electricity cuts have forced some to close their doors entirely, leading people in need of medical care without anywhere to turn.

  • Access to education is hanging in the balance for vulnerable communities all over Lebanon.

    The country hosts over half a million registered school-aged Syrian refugee children and youth. Startlingly, 30% of school-aged refugee children have never attended school, while only 11% of youth aged 15 to 24 are enrolled in education. Refugee children in Lebanon face significant barriers to accessing education and are dependent on schools outside the public school system. These schools are increasingly unable to cover running costs, including fuel and teaching materials, jeopardizing their ability to stay open.

Aid Pioneers’ response

Aid Pioneers’ on-the-ground partners give Lebanon’s most vulnerable communities access to healthcare and education. As the economic crisis deepens and diesel prices continue to rise, our Lebanese partner organizations are forced to either raise fees or curtail operations, with some facing the looming threat of complete closure.

Aid Pioneers support schools and hospitals by keeping their costs at a bare minimum. We do this through two primary interventions: 

Our shipments of medical supplies create immediate financial relief for hospitals and clinics, making it possible to keep fees down for patients. Implementing solar solutions, leads to long-term energy independence and generates annual savings, increasing their capacity as well as the quality of care.

Local Partners in Lebanon

Aid Pioneers carefully scout for the most efficient local grassroots organizations and have partnered with truly remarkable visionaries in the region, aiding some of the most marginalized communities in Lebanon.

Get to know our partners

  • Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Tripoli, Lebanon, Al Manhaj is a non-profit organization benefiting both Lebanese locals and Syrian refugees. The association has established vital medical facilities serving underprivileged areas. In the field of education, they have founded several schools, ensuring access to basic education for children. Additionally, Al Manhaj has set up Al-Fayhaa Village for Specialized Humanitarian Care, providing support, particularly to children with disabilities.

  • Since 2013, Multi Aid Programs (MAPs) serves marginalized communities in Bekaa and Arsal. They provide health, relief, education, and continuing education services to Syrian refugees, vulnerable Lebanese, and Palestinians. MAPs emphasizes community engagement and capacity-building.

  • Tuyoor Al Amal School, founded in 2013 by Mustafa Al-Haj, addresses the need for quality education in Tripoli, Lebanon. Starting with around 350 children, they now educate around 3000 students, many of which are Syrian refugees. The school offers officially recognized degrees and integrates life skills into the curriculum.

Our Impact

Aid Pioneers goal is to stabilize and support the access and quality of healthcare and education for vulnerable communities in Lebanon. To date, we have successfully implemented solar systems for two local organizations, with two more installations in progress, in addition to an upcoming shipment of essential medical supplies.

What can you do to help?

Aid Pioneers’ on-the-ground partners give Lebanon’s most vulnerable communities access to healthcare and education. As diesel prices continue to rise, our Lebanese partners are forced to either raise fees or curtail operations, with some facing the looming threat of complete closure.

With your support, Aid Pioneers can intervene through medical shipments creating immediate cost savings and solar installations granting long-term energy independence.

Active campaigns

Empower children with disabilities

Solar system, Lebanon.

Energy independence for  Al-Ikhlas Medical Center

Solar system, Lebanon.

Highlighted project

Supporting a one-of-a-kind school

Aid Pioneers supports Tuyoor al Amal, a school for Syrian refugees in Tripoli, Lebanon.