Many local small businesses are coming together to help the people of Gaza.

Palestine finds itself amid a dire humanitarian crisis, prompting a global response in solidarity with the struggling population. The UAE has emerged as a key player in these relief efforts, going above and beyond to assist. To facilitate aid, the Emirates Red Crescent has established an official channel for donations. However, the generosity doesn’t end there. Numerous local businesses within the UAE are actively contributing to the relief mission in Gaza. This collective effort serves as a beacon of hope for those facing adversity in the region. Here is a list of local businesses actively involved in assisting the people in Gaza:

All Things Acai

Delivering healthy meals to people across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah, All Things Acai is also one of the concepts in the UAE that will be donated to those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. “We are devastated by what’s going on in Gaza,” they wrote on Instagram. “This month, every purchase made will help us donate 100% of our profits to PCRF.”

GO: Follow @all_things_acai on Instagram for more information.

Arabs Complex

UAE-based local business Arab Complex sells some of the best T-shirts in the region. This time around, they’ve made a special T-shirt for Palestine and promised to share 100 per cent of the profits from its sale to Emirates Red Crescent. “All proceeds/profits will be donated to Tarahum for Gaza to help those affected,” they shared on their Instagram with photos of the Palestine T-shirts.

GO: Follow @arabscomplex on Instagram for more information.

Bait Maryam

Bait Maryam, a homegrown Levantine dining concept in Dubai, is a favourite among the masses here. With a Bib Gourmand & Service Award and a nominee for the FACT Dubai Dining Awards Dubai 2023, Bait Maryam has voiced its support for Palestine. “Starting Wednesday, 18 October, until Tuesday, 24 October, Bait Maryam will donate 100 per cent of its profits to support the innocent civilians trapped in Gaza through Emirates Red Crescent,” they shared on Instagram. “Additionally, Bait Maryam will match the profits, donating to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF).”

GO: Follow @bait.maryam on Instagram for more information.

Cakes by Zoya

Cakes by Zoya, a dessert shop in Dubai that provides baking and cake decorating classes, also shows its support for the humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Taking to social media, the page shared: “We will be doing a round of cookie bundles and brownie bundles for 29 October, from which 100 per cent of the profits will be donated to Emirates Red Crescent to Taharum for Gaza.”

GO: Follow @cakesbyzoya_ on Instagram for more information.

Collective Hair Care

Hair care products by Collective have been taming manes in Dubai for quite a while. Now, it’s giving back to the community. The hair care brand has promised to donate 100 per cent of its sales to Tarahum for Gaza.

GO: Follow @collective.haircare on Instagram for more information.

Dabdub

Made in Dubai, Dabdub offers a range of baby products without using harsh chemicals that may be harmful to them. Since the formation of the brand, founder Joelle Mardinian has been adamant about giving back to the community, which is why it’s always at the forefront of raising awareness for orphanage projects. The conflict in Palestine is a humanitarian crisis that’s leaving many children without parents or guardians, and to help them Dabdub is donating 100 per cent of its profits from sales in October to the Emirates Red Crescent.

GO: Follow @dabdub on Instagram for more information.

Dukkan El Baba

Dukkan El Baba, a Syrian and Lebanese sandwich shop in Barsha, is encouraging donations by offering free lunch to those who’ve contributed to the people of Palestine. Taking to Instagram, Dukkan El Baba shared, “Share a receipt of AED 150+ donation to any Palestinian fund relief and your lunch at Dukkan is on us.” They also shared that choices of donation include Emirates Red Crescent and PCRF.  

GO: Follow @dukkan_el_ baba on Instagram for more information.

Just A Bite

Just A Bite Dubai, a homegrown concept that delivers desserts across Dubai is also lending support to the people in Gaza. Their Instagram post read: “Just a Bite will be supporting the efforts of Bait Ul Maal USA and other relief charities in providing aid to Gaza, Palestine by donating 100 per cent of revenue from orders through the rest of October.”

GO: Follow @justabite.dxb on Instagram for more information.

Klekktic

Dubai-based furniture store Klekktic is one of the other local businesses that has pledged its support to help the people of Gaza. Sharing on Instagram, the brand said: “10 per cent of sales proceeds for October will be donated to humanitarian efforts in Gaza through Emirates Red Crescent.”

GO: Visit www.klekktic.com for more information.

Koala Picks

Koala Picks offers healthy snack options to families. With no artificial flavours and preservatives, Koala Pics promises a wide array of munchies. They have pledged to donate 10 per cent of their online sales in October to the Palestine Child Relief Fund. “We stand with Palestine,” they posted on Instagram. “We are donating 10% of our online sales until the end of October to the Palestinian Child Relief Fund in support of children and families in Gaza.”

GO: Visit www.koalapicks.com for more information.

Lara Active

UAE-based athleisure brand, Lara Active, is a favourite in the region. Providing an inclusive collection of workout gear, this brand is also helping people in Palestine. Taking to Instagram, Lara Active shared: “We pledge that all earnings from Lara Active will be directed to support well-established charities actively working on the ground in Palestine.”

GO: Visit https://laraactive.com for more information.

Maiz

Maiz Dubai, located in Dubai Hills and JLT, famous for its tacos are also lending a helping hand to the people of Palestine. This Mexican restaurant has promised to donate 100 per cent of its profits to those affected in Gaza. “As a Palestinian-owned business, as humans, we must speak out and help in any way we can,” they posted on Instagram. |We will be donating 100 per cent of our profits for the next seven days to the Emirates Red Crescent, Tarahum for Gaza.”

GO: Follow @maizdxb on Instagram for more information.

Mama’esh

Mama’esh, located across Dubai and other Emirates, serves authentic Palestinian food. And to help the people affected by the conflict in Gaza, Mama’esh has offered to lend a helping hand. A contact number has been shared on their Instagram profile which people can get in touch with for any assistance.

GO: Visit www.mamaesh.com for more information.

Mama Rita

Homegrown food concept, Mama Rita, backed by mother-daughter duo Rita Kahawaty and Jessica Kahawaty, has also promised to donate 100 per cent of its revenue to those affected in Gaza. Those wishing to lend a helping hand can purchase a juice, wrap, popsicle, or any other item from the Mama Rita menu and proceeds from it will be donated to the people of Palestine.

GO: Follow @mamarita on Instagram for more information.

Monkibox

Monkibox, a sustainability designed for children offers plenty of sensory toys and activities. And while this growth is essential for the little ones, many in Gaza are losing their lives. To stand by children everywhere, Monkibox has pledged to donate 10 per cent of all their October sales to PRCF. They said it was their “small way of making a difference”.

GO: Follow @monkibox on Instagram for more information.

Nadia Parekh

Nadia Parekh of the FACT Award-winning Mélange is baking cakes to help the people of Gaza. The UAE-based pastry chef is launching a Honey Lotus Cake for a limited time, and 100 per cent of the profits from the sale of this cake will be donated to the Emirates Red Crescent for Tarahum for Gaza.

GO: Follow @nadia.parekh on Instagram for more information.

One Life Kitchen and Cafe

Dubai’s One Life Kitchen and Cafe in Dubai Design District is also coming forward to help the people affected by the conflict in Gaza. Taking to Instagram, they shared that they’ll be donating to help the people affected. “All revenue generated from our D3 branch will be donated via Emirates Red Crescent for Gaza relief.”

GO: Follow @onelifed3 on Instagram for more information.

Pistachoux

Pistachoux Dessert Shop is known for satisfying sweet tooths across Dubai and has announced its support for those affected by the tragedies in Gaza. Their Instagram post read: “The situation in Gaza is heartbreaking and devastating. Until the end of October, Pistachoux will donate 100 per cent of profits to the Palestinian Children Relief Fund.”

GO: Follow @pistachoux_dubai on Instagram for more information.

Rascals Deli

Rascals Deli, which provides homemade sandwiches and goodies, is also keen on helping people hit by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. As part of their efforts to support those in need, Rascals Deli has pledged to donate 100 per cent of their profits to Tarahum for Gaza.

GO: Follow @rascalsdeli on Instagram for more information.

Reform Athletica

Reform Athletica is a fitness and wellness space with branches in DIFC and Jumeirah 1. While helping people adopt a more healthy lifestyle, they’ve pledged to help the people of Palestine as well. Taking to Instagram, they shared that they will be donating a portion of the earnings they make through their classes to agencies that are sending relief to Palestine.

GO: Visit www.reformathletica.com for more information.

Sandy’s Kitchen

Sandy’s Kitchen in Dubai, which delivers delicious cookies, has pledged to donate to Palestine as well. Taking to Instagram, they shared: “In support of our Palestinian brothers and sisters, Shop Sandy’s will donate 10 per cent of all October sales to relief from the ongoing humanitarian crisis.”

GO: Follow @shopsandyskitchen on Instagram for more information.

Sip Dubai

Smoothie master, Sip Dubai isn’t one to back down either. The UAE-based concept is pledging to donate 10 per cent of all its online sales to the people of Palestine.

GO: Follow @sipdxb on Instagram for more information.

Sumac Cooking

Based in Dubai, Sumac Cooking provides home-cooked meals to people across the city. Specialising in Middle Eastern cuisine, Sumac Cooking has pledged to donate to the people of Palestine. Taking to their Instagram, they shared: “Our hearts are with Palestine. Our small contribution will be all revenues of orders placed at Sumac between now and the end of October. These will go to the Emirates Red Crescent to support Palestine.”

GO: Follow @sumac.cooking on Instagram for more information.

Taisuke

Taisuke is a take-out and delivery food concept that specialises in sushi and Japanese fusion of comfort food. Open daily, this eatery has also donated 100 per cent of its sales to the people of Palestine.

GO: Follow @taisuke.ae on Instagram for more information.

The Giving Movement

The Giving Movement was founded by Dominic Nowell-Barnes. After moving to the UAE in 2017, he was motivated to use fashion as a vehicle of positive change and launched the e-commerce brand in 2020. The company aims to alter the way fashion is consumed while shedding light on conscious consumerism. Designed and made in the UAE, The Giving Movement’s fashion-forward essentials are all about reducing waste and using recycled and organic materials. The brand is currently pledging all of its donations to the UAE’s humanitarian efforts for Gaza.

The Flip Side

Dubai’s independent record shop, The Flip Side is also helping the people of Gaza. The brand has organised a Voices for Palestine fundraiser taking place on 28 October at Alserkal Avenue, which will bring together a music showcase, panel discussions and many more activities. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be given to the Emirates Red Crescent to help people in Palestine.

GO: Follow @flipsidedxb on Instagram for more information.

The Scratch List

The Scratch List, a Dubai-based adventure card game by, The Dubai List’s Haya Kaabar is also one of the local businesses helping people in Palestine. They announced: “We will be donating 100 per cent of profits from the remaining decks to Tarahum – for Gaza through Emirates Red Crescent.”

GO: Follow @thescratchlist on Instagram for more information.

We Acro

Much like Lara Active, We Acro is also a UAE-based athleisure brand. And following the same footsteps, We Acro is also donating to help the people of Palestine. They shared: “ACRO will donate 100 per cent of sales from today until the end of October to UNRWA to support families and children affected by this despicable crisis.”

GO: Visit https://wearacro.com for more information.

Yava

Located in Wasl 51, Yava — a FACT Dubai Dining Award nominee — is also pledging its support to the innocent lives lost in Gaza. As part of its efforts to help those in need, Yava is donating 100 per cent of its profits to the Emirates Red Crescent. 

GO: Follow @yavadubai on Instagram for more information.