Lebanon’s beloved farmers market Souk El Tayeb has stepped in with a wonderful initiative called Matbakh El Kell. Through this initiative, they’ve been providing thousands of nutritious meals for the displaced—4,500 a day to be exact.
Since the beginning of the war, their team has been dedicated to supporting those affected by the war. In the past month, they’ve been able to make approximately 141,000 meals so far thanks to generous donations.
The best part about this initiative is that the farmers market also supports local farmers and producers. So their meals are all locally sourced! Their goal is to not only provide nutritious meals but also a taste of home. Preparing home-cooked meals that we all know and love so the displaced can find comfort and familiarity.
If you would like to join their passionate circle of volunteers, reach out to them via the WhatsApp link in their bio or on +961 81 266 060.
Despite the widespread destruction in the country, this initiative stands as a testament to the resilience of Lebanese people in the face of adversity. In times of war and displacement, the efforts of Souk El Tayeb exemplify solidarity and community.
See also, Here’s How Carrefour Is Supporting Local Initiatives in Lebanon
Want to support Lebanon but not sure how? You can support the displaced with care packages:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.