Supermodel sisters Gigi and Bella Hadid have collectively donated $1 million to support Palestinian families affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East [c86577a8]. The donation will be equally distributed among four organizations: HEAL Palestine, Palestine Children's Relief Fund (PCRF), World Central Kitchen (WCK), and United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). These organizations provide humanitarian aid, including food and medical programs, assistance to displaced families, and psychological services. The Hadid sisters' donation aims to support children and families affected by the conflict, which began on October 7, 2023, between Israel and Hamas [c86577a8].
This generous contribution from Gigi and Bella Hadid comes after Gigi faced backlash for a since-deleted post on Instagram, in which she used an example of unequal treatment of Palestinian children by the Israeli government [aa7abe03]. Gigi Hadid later issued an apology, clarifying her intention to focus on human rights issues and condemning violence from all sides. She expressed regret for using the wrong example and disavowed the spreading of misinformation and antisemitism. Gigi Hadid acknowledged the historical mistreatment of the Palestinian people by the Israeli government and expressed her prayers for peace in the region [aa7abe03].
The donation from the Hadid sisters reflects their commitment to supporting the Palestinian cause and providing aid to those affected by the conflict. It demonstrates their solidarity with the people of Palestine and their desire to make a positive impact in the region [c86577a8].