A boy laughs with his arms spread wide while riding on the shoulders of a volunteer dressed as a clown, as a crowd of children watches. Read World Mental Health Day 2026: A Childhood Worth Protecting

World Mental Health Day 2026: A Childhood Worth Protecting

Observed annually on October 10, World Mental Health Day raises awareness of mental health issues and mobilizes action to improve mental health care worldwide. This year’s campaign calls on governments, service providers, employers, and communities to ensure that people with lived experience (PWLE) of mental health conditions help shape the services, workplaces, and policies intended…

Read The People Behind the Mission: Celebrating BLOOM’s Humanitarian Heroes

The People Behind the Mission: Celebrating BLOOM’s Humanitarian Heroes

Observed each year on 19 August, World Humanitarian Day recognizes humanitarian personnel who work to support people affected by conflict, disaster, displacement, and other crises.

Girl Holding Lantern Read World Refugee Day 2026: Protecting Refugee Children, Building Hope for the Future

World Refugee Day 2026: Protecting Refugee Children, Building Hope for the Future

This World Refugee Day, on June 20, we at BLOOM choose to see and serve a child—a child who represents millions of others around the world. A child living through conflict, displacement, marginalization, and uncertainty. A child carrying invisible burdens while demonstrating remarkable resilience and courage. A child holding on to the simple joys of…

An Update from the Field in Gaza: Winter Weather and Floods Causes Even More Devastation

Two months after the ceasefire, the people of Gaza continue to face unimaginable difficulties. This week a devastating storm caused the flooding of thousands of tents and the collapse of buildings.BLOOM continues to provide mental health support, food, and water – and is also supporting the people of Gaza with distribution of warm blankets, jackets,…

Read BLOOM’s 2024 Gala is a Huge Success

BLOOM’s 2024 Gala is a Huge Success

BLOOM’s 2024 Gala was a sold out event and raised funds for children and families suffering in Gaza. The event featured, Dr. Irfan Galaria, who spoke about his personal experiences in Gaza in the spring of 2024.