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Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States201-500 Employees
Anera (American Near East Refugee Aid) is a non-profit organization focused on improving the well-being of refugees, families, and impoverished communities in Palestine and Lebanon. It addresses economic, health, and educational needs through sustainable solutions and humanitarian aid, working in partnership with local groups and communities to tailor responses to local conditions. Founded in 1968 to assist Palestinian refugees after the 1967 Arab-Israeli conflict, the organization operates as a non-political, non-religious entity and is one of the longstanding American nonprofits dedicated to the Middle East. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Anera serves as a bridge between communities in need and local partners, delivering support during emergencies and in development contexts. Its work is situated within the non-profit sector, focusing on relief and development assistance in the Middle East, with an emphasis on collaboration and context-specific, sustainable impact for refugees and vulnerable populations.