Introduction

The Philanthropy Forum Program managed by the Community Service Center at An-Najah National University aims to provide both financial and moral support to humanitarian cases. This program is organized under the supervision of a women's volunteering forum that assists the center’s community programs, primarily focusing on the elderly program. The forum provides psychological and social support to the elderly through regular home visits, supported by university volunteer students and local community members, each contributing according to their skills and expertise. The program also includes organizing community and awareness activities and providing housing services and basic living necessities.

The experience of the "Meet Goodness" volunteer forum is considered pioneering in voluntary work due to its flexibility and ability to quickly provide emergency assistance. It adheres to the principle of social solidarity, aiming to provide immediate support while partnering with families to find solutions that help them improve their economic and social conditions without compromising their dignity.

Objectives

  • Providing Psychological and Social Support: Offer psychological and social assistance to the elderly through regular home visits.
  • Supporting Needy Families: Assist low-income families in improving their living conditions.
  • Promoting Social Solidarity: Implement the principle of social solidarity by providing emergency support and collaborating with families to find sustainable solutions.
  • Attracting Donations: Collect donations through charitable activities and contributions to ensure the continuity of the programs and services provided.

Activities

Psychological and Social Support for the Elderly:

  • Home Visits: Organize regular home visits to provide psychological and social support to the elderly.
  • Individual Assistance: Offer support from specialized volunteers according to the needs of the elderly.

Organizing Community and Awareness Activities:

  • Awareness Events: Conduct activities to raise awareness about issues related to the elderly and needy families.
  • Recreational Activities: Arrange recreational and social events to enhance the quality of life for the elderly.

Providing Housing Services and Basic Living Needs:

  • Housing Assistance: Provide support for housing services for needy families.
  • Basic Necessities: Assist with basic living needs such as furniture, clothing, and blankets.

Fundraising and the "Meet Goodness" Fund:

  • Attracting Donations: Establish the "Meet Goodness" fund to collect donations through charitable activities and cooperation with institutions and individuals in the local community.
  • Goodness Coupons: Implement the "Goodness Coupon" idea, sold by students in the Community Service course, to fund the program. These coupons include information about the center's activities and programs.

Since its establishment in 2001, the fund has contributed to supporting many humanitarian cases, including university scholarships, medical assistance, basic necessities, and home rehabilitation. The fund also sponsors orphans with local community donors and continues to provide support to families in economic hardship.