About Us
Since 1968, Anera has helped refugees and others hurt by conflicts in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan live with purpose and hope.
Anera, which has no political or religious affiliation, works on the ground with partners in Palestine (West Bank and Gaza), Lebanon and Jordan. We mobilize resources for immediate emergency relief and for sustainable, long-term health, education, and economic development. Our staff serve in their communities, navigating the politics that constrict progress to get help where it’s needed most.
That’s how Anera received more than $171 million in support of programs in 2023 alone, and it’s how we will keep building better lives until hope finds its way in the Middle East.
Vision
Anera envisions a Middle East where people live with dignity, purpose, and opportunity.
Mission
Anera provides humanitarian assistance and sustainable development to advance the well-being of refugees and other vulnerable communities in Palestine, Lebanon and Jordan.
Values
We are inspired: We are committed to energize, engage, and motivate others to forge the best outcomes for the diverse communities we serve.
We are people-centric: We are respectful and empathetic. We believe that each person, no matter their circumstances, embodies promise and has the power to shape the lives of their community and world.
We are collaborative: Teamwork and collaborative action are at the heart of how we do our work and deliver results.
We are versatile: In a region burdened by obstacles, we make the right connections to find a way and bring can-do, innovative approaches to everything we do.
We are impactful: We make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve by delivering impactful solutions at the local community level.
We are accountable: Our words, actions and results stay true to our mission and values.
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Financials
Annual Report Archive
An archive of our annual reports going back to 1972.
Audited Financials
An archive of our audited financial statements going back to 2007.
990 Forms
An archive of our 990 forms going back to 2007.
Our History
The Arab-Israeli War of 1967 left hundreds of thousands of Palestinians homeless and impoverished. As various international entities struggled to respond, a small group of concerned Americans began working to provide immediate assistance to the victims of the conflict.
The result was the creation of Anera (American Near East Refugee Aid). From these modest beginnings, Anera began decades of committed work responding to the critical needs of the Palestinian people and others caught in regional conflicts.
Leadership
Anera Staff
Board of Directors
Joseph P. Saba
Teresa C. Barger
George Doumar
Alfred N. Khoury, M.D.
Advisory Council
The Anera Advisory Council is a body of distinguished, knowledgeable persons that seeks to advance the social and economic development of people in the Middle East by utilizing its members’ expertise and influence to promote Anera's fundraising and programs.