Solar panels for families in Syria

Our solar panel initiative in Syria continues to bring hope to families living in the dark. In Aleppo, where electricity is often available for only a couple of hours a day, solar energy can changing lives, making homes safer and restoring dignity to those most in need.

One of the families we recently supported is that of Kamal Ibrahim Agha, a 77-year-old tailor who suffers from severe respiratory problems. His breathing machine is essential to his survival, yet constant power cuts once put his life at risk. Today, thanks to the solar panels, Kamal and his wife can face these crises with peace of mind. As Fadua told us:

“Now we can face these sudden crises more peacefully. We don’t live in fear anymore.”

Another powerful story comes from the Sabah family, who live with three generations under one roof. Before the installation, they could only afford one ampere of electricity, just enough to light a single room. Now, Jamil, the father, proudly says:

“We have regained our dignity. Now we can turn on the light in two rooms at the same time.”

Each new installation brings light, comfort, and stability, allowing families to study, work, and care for one another without fear of the dark.

Thank you for being part of this journey.
With your continued support, we can reach many more Syrian families still waiting for the light of hope to return to their homes.

In the heart of Aleppo, a young family affectionately known as “The Three Rs” – Rafi, Rita, and little Ronaldo – is finding new hope and stability, thanks to the support of Pro terra Sancta and all of our generous donors.

Rafi, a devoted Real Madrid fan, returned to Syria from Armenia in 2022 to marry Rita. They settled into a modest apartment, trying to build a life together despite the challenges that post-war Aleppo still presents. But in early 2023, their joy at discovering that Rita was expecting a child was quickly overshadowed by anxiety: their apartment had been damaged in the recent earthquake, and with just two hours of electricity per day, the prospect of raising a newborn seemed almost impossible.

That’s when ProTS stepped in. First, the apartment was repaired, ensuring a safe space for the growing family. Then, in May 2024, little Ronaldo was born. Named after the football star – to no one’s surprise, given his father’s passion – the baby quickly became the center of their world.

But the real turning point came with the installation of solar panels. With reliable electricity throughout the day – and, thanks to battery storage, even at night – the family could finally enjoy the simple yet essential comforts of life. Washing baby clothes and preparing warm bottles for Ronaldo were no longer a daily struggle.

Rafi works tirelessly as a sports educator across several community centers, doing his best to provide for the family. Rita contributes as well, working with Syriatel to help make ends meet. Thankfully, they can count on Ronaldo’s grandmother to care for him while they’re at work.

Today, the "Three Rs" are living a life filled with warmth, light, and love – quite literally. Thanks to your support, other families just like them could find a way to live in a better and healthier way.