UNRWA USA is an independent 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides support for the humanitarian work of the United Nations Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) through advocacy, fundraising and education.

WASHINGTON DC — Today, a broad national coalition of 105 civil society organizations — including refugee, human rights, and humanitarian organizations — sent a letter to President Biden urging the United States government to restore its funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).

The United States government is UNRWA's number one donor, but as Palestine refugees fade from the spotlight, it is critical that Americans donate. Doing so shows the US government that Americans care about Palestine refugees -- and that it needs to continue supporting them.

UNRWA protects over 1 million refugees living in Syria and the occupied Palestinian territory. UNRWA economically empowers men, women, and youth through vocational training and has awarded more than 475,905 microfinance loans. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN Member States, including the United States government.

Apr 7, 2021 · United States announces contribution of $150 million to UNRWA, the UN agency providing life-saving assistance to millions of Palestine refugees Washington — Today, the Biden administration made good on its campaign pledge to resume funding to UNRWA.

Jul 19, 2021 · The funding announcement comes alongside the United States and UNRWA signing a Framework for Cooperation that establishes shared goals and priorities in support of humanitarian assistance, human development, and protection of Palestine refugees.

UNRWA USA hosts and participates in events around the United States to raise awareness and funds for critical UNRWA services benefiting Palestine refugees.

Join UNRWA USA in standing against this outrageous and unjust ban on UNRWA and raise our voices in declaring #HandsOffUNRWA, as we demand recognition of UNRWA’s irreplaceable role. Our digital advocacy toolkit is your resource for understanding UNRWA’s work and ways to take action against the UNRWA ban.

In 2022, UNRWA USA was able to build upon the orphan support work we began in 2021, ensuring that 615 orphaned children and their caregivers received UNRWA cash assistance for life essentials.

See the impact of UNRWA scholarships on the lives of Palestine refugees. if you ever attended UNRWA schools or received UNRWA services, we want to hear from you and know where you are now. This is Dr. Abed Musa, a renowned gynecologic oncologist who lives in …