Statement From Human Appeal

At Human Appeal, we are deeply committed to transparency, accountability, and the highest standards of humanitarian service. As a registered, regulated, and independently audited charity, we are humbled by the trust placed in us by our supporters and the communities we serve.

We feel it is important to address recent online rumors and claims relating to an influencer who helped raise funds for one of Human Appeal USA’s emergency appeals, and to clarify the facts.

We acknowledge that an interim 990 form was filed on behalf of Human Appeal USA that contained errors. This filing was incorrect and is currently being rectified in cooperation with external auditors. The individuals responsible for these filings in 2024 are no longer with Human Appeal USA, and we are taking every necessary step to ensure our records are accurate and compliant.

It is vital to note that funds raised for humanitarian projects have always been directed to those projects. Our commitment to our beneficiaries is unwavering, and in our 35 years of operation, Human Appeal has never failed to deliver donations to those in need.

Regarding the influencer partnership, Human Appeal USA signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which stipulated that influencer commission fees would be donated in full to a designated university research lab. We were assured that this lab’s work is focused on combating Islamophobia—a cause that serves the public interest. To ensure full compliance and transparency, we are pausing and reviewing this MOU with Khaled Baydoun to confirm all his fees were donated as agreed.

Human Appeal is recognized by international agencies as one of the leading NGOs operating on the ground in Gaza. Since 2016, we have worked continuously in Gaza across food, medical, WASH, and education sectors. During the current emergency, we have supported the delivery of drinking water and served over 10 million hot meals across Gaza. Our commitment is personal and profound: Our staff are working daily in Gaza, and in 2025, we tragically lost three of our aid workers while they were serving vulnerable communities.

We urge all parties to refrain from spreading misinformation about Human Appeal. We are one of the few charities still operating inside Gaza in the face of enormous challenges.

Reckless claims—such as suggestions that our Gaza work is “AI-generated”—are categorically false and undermine humanitarian relief efforts. Our teams are on the ground every day, and their dedication and sacrifice speak for themselves.

This matter is being addressed with the utmost seriousness, and Human Appeal remains steadfast in our mission to deliver aid with integrity, compassion, and compliance with the highest humanitarian standards.

Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

Human Appeal

By Human Appeal

Canada