What is UNRWA USA?

UNRWA USA is a community of people and partners committed
to showing Palestine refugees that Americans care.

Together for Palestine Refugees

We proudly carry out our mission in partnership with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) — supporting its life-changing work in education, healthcare, and humanitarian aid for millions of Palestine refugees in Gaza, the West Bank (including East Jerusalem), Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria.

  • Vision

    Until there is a just solution to their plight, a world where Palestine refugees thrive.

  • Mission

    UNRWA USA lifts up the voices, experiences, and humanity of Palestine refugees to secure American support for resources essential to every human being, for the promise of a better life.

  • Core Values

    Shared purpose
    Integrity
    Growth Mindset
    Gratitude

Our mission is carried out by

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    Empowering American Generosity

    Funding vital programs in education, food assistance, and mental health.

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    Sharing voices of UNRWA

    We share stories of resilience and hope from Palestine refugees and UNRWA alumni.

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    Advocating for Change

    We mobilize Americans to support Palestine refugees and UNRWA’s work.

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