Supporting Nablus
Nablus is the commercial centre of Palestine and is a focus for education and agriculture. Its economy has been hit by over 50 years of military occupation. The people are amazing but are limited by constraints of travel, trade and freedom. They struggle on with enthusiasm and fortitude. We help by supporting education and agriculture.
FONSA strategic priorities
General fund
Nablus often has immediate needs which this fund lets us support. We also use it for our priorities such as supporting students who cannot afford their tuition fees.
Nurses and Midwives
Medical treatment depends on qualified staff. We help to train nurses and midwives so the people of Nablus can have world-class medical services.
Planting Olive Trees
Olive trees are the source of food and finance for many families. The land they grow on is at risk of being stolen. Our trees support life.
News
Settler attacks on Nablus
A recent UN report shows that Nablus has a high count of settler attacks (from October 2023 to November 2024). The map shows the accumulated
More seedlings and irrigation
Nablus is under severe economic pressure. Settler attacks, severe checkpoint delays, travel restrictions make it impossible for normal working life. One way to help is to
Nablus in Need – $5,500 sent
Thanks to the rapid generosity of our donors, we have been able to send $5,500 (about £4,500) to Nablus to help poor families with urgent gifts of food.
Nablus in Need – please help
Israel is not just attacking Gaza, the West Bank, including Nablus, is also affected. Many businesses in Nablus are reduced to working half time and
Ceasefire Now!
FONSA has joined with other organisations to call for a focus on humanitarian concerns. Stopping violence is an immediate need. Current events are having a
Midwives in training
Some of the Nursing and Midwivery students being supported by FONSA. sent us these photos of their training. As you see, they have access to
"I have worked with FONSA for many years, and I found it to be a charitable organization that carries out vital projects that take into account the needs of Nablus and its residents."
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Yanoun village
We have a strong bond with Yanoun village. It is surrounded by illegal Israeli settlements which are stealing their land and making their lives difficult. Yet the people of Nablus struggle on. We have helped to repair their houses, supported their students and helped in other small ways.