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Displaced People Celebrate Priest’s Birthday in Heartfelt Video

A heartwarming video of displaced people at the Don Bosco center in Hsoun is going viral on TikTok, and we couldn’t help but share it with you. The video captures the displaced people huddled around the center’s beloved Don Victor as they celebrate his 87th birthday.

In the video, he says, “I have never in my life celebrated my birthday as I have today”, and shared his gratitude for the community at their shelter. You can watch the video here:

Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen heartwarming scenes unfolding across Lebanon despite these challenging times. The Lebanese community has opened its arms to those displaced by the war, offering shelter, food, and much-needed support.

The spirit of solidarity is palpable. Many citizens are dedicating their time to creating a sense of belonging and normalcy for those affected.

Kristie and Reda are uplifting the displaced with haircuts. Clown Me In is bringing laughter to shelters across Beirut. Dr. Ali Jrady is cooking daily meals for the displaced after turning his dental clinic into a soup kitchen. This collective effort underscores Lebanon’s enduring strength and humanity, showing that even in the face of adversity, the community comes together to uplift one another.

If you enjoyed reading the story of displaced people as they celebrate this priest’s birthday, make sure to browse the #Feel Good section on our website. In case you need a dose of uplifting stories to brighten up your day.

Want to support Lebanon but don’t know how? You can help the displaced with care packages:

Daily Meals & Necessities for Displaced People with Sawamninjah

A local initiative supporting displaced families now settled in Tripoli by providing basic necessities, including daily meals, clothing, blankets, and more. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20

Food & Support for the Mount Lebanon Dog Shelter

A dog shelter that is saving pets and stray animals trapped under the bombardment, providing shelter, medical care, and relocation. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20

Hot Meals & Necessities for Displaced People with Lebanese Impact Association

A local initiative supporting displaced families by securing basic necessities, including daily meals, clothing, and other essentials. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20

Menstrual Products for Displaced Families with Jeyetna

A local collective that fights menstrual poverty by distributing menstrual products and hygiene necessities for the displaced around Lebanon. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20

Hot Meals & Hygiene Packages with Nation Station

Born in the aftermath of the port explosion of August 4, 2020, Nation Station is a community kitchen that is delivering hundreds of meals a day, as well as psychological assistance, to the displaced in Lebanon. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20

Medication & Baby Formula for Displaced with Sayadila Yantafidoon

A group of independent pharmacists that are providing free medications and baby formula to displaced families around Lebanon. Each package is $20, but you can give more by adding multiple packages to your cart. Simply choose how many packages you’d like to provide before checkout.

$20