Micro-Projects is a livelihood-support program which helps family providers who had either lost their livelihood during the war, or aspire to be a productive and financially independent part of the community by starting their own income generating business. By financing their micro-projects, Christian Hope Center is helping Christian families to have a sustainable source of income, through the provision of equipment, machinery and tools. This will eventually mitigate the economic harm caused by increasing poverty and insecurity, preserve their dignity, and alleviate the calamities of war and the economic crisis, which will ultimately preserve the existence of an active Christian community in Syria. In addition to the Micro-Projects supported in Cities of Aleppo, Homs and Damascus, the program also supports families who rely on agriculture as their principal source of income in rural Homs.


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Aleppo

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Homs

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Damascus

Production of Car Upholstery


Zawin is a hardworking person who strive for his family; his wife and two sons.

Zawin has been working in the production and upholstery of cars since 2005 and has added through his experience in the production of Arab Majlis seating. Zawin had to make a lot of sacrifices in his work, 5 years ago the place where he works was exposed to a fire that resulted in the loss of all existing equipment and goods. 

Living a decent life and supporting...


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Music-Recording Studio


“Where words fail, music speaks.” That’s how George replied when we asked him about the reason behind his love for music. 

Since he was an 8-year-old, George was fascinated by music and the industry in general.

His parents decided to enroll him in a music institute where he chose to learn Cello, his love for music didn’t stop there, he used to go to his uncle’s studio to watch him produce music for many artists. After a short time, he started helping...


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Carpentry Machines


George is married and has worked in the carpentry profession since childhood with more than 40 years of experience, he had a full workshop with a kit, but because of the war he lost the workshop with the entire equipment, unfortunately, he cannot return to his former work area because its still under control of armed groups.

During war his home was exposed to a shell explosion, which led to great damage to the house, as a result, the family was...


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Sewing Machine


Hilda is a lovely married woman who works in the church and her husband works as a driver for the church as well, because of the difficult life that Syrian families are going through, Hilda's family went through harsh conditions, which led to financial burdens, the earthquak made things worse because their house was greatly damaged.

when we are exposed to immense loss, we try to look for any small light in order to start a new chapter in life even...


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Taxi


Elias is an example of the patient and strong father who faces life’s challenges for his family, Elias is married and has two sons, one of whom is serving in military, life challenged Elias differently at each stage, in the period of war he was displaced from his home, and his son was exposed to a war injury during his mandatory service time. 

Corona came to be one of the most difficult periods he went through; it kept him away from...


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Aluminium Workshop


The years of war were not easy for Fadi's family, however, it didn't stop them from pursuing their dreams of living in peace and stability. Fadi’s family suffered a lot during the war, especially in the first years as Fadi is a resident of the village of Al-Jadeeda in the Idlib countryside, which is one of the Christian villages in the city of Idlib. He was displaced with his family from the village after they were besieged by armed groups.

At...


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Taxi


Elias is a strong man who defied the difficulties of life for the sake of his family’s happiness despite all the harsh circumstances he went through. 

Elias is married and has three children, he suffered a lot during the war; he had a taxi in 2014, but unfortunately it was destroyed by a shell in 2016, despite the difficulty of the situation he was able to overcome this incident for the sake of his children and started working as a driver...


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Plumber Equipmentَ


Naeem is an example of strong personality who will face crises with positive adaptation without suppression or confusion, married and has two sons, he works in the field of sanitary installations, solar energy installation and electricity extension.

Naeem tried to develop himself in his domain of work despite all the difficulties and challenges he faced, he is a creative person who added with his experience of more than 15 years working in the field of central heating, he rented a shop...


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Nutrition Consultant Clinic


Samar is a mother of three children and a clinical nutritionist, she obtained her degree in food technical engineering from the city of Aleppo, and works in the field of food engineering in several clinics affiliated with the churches. 

Samar is a persistent woman; despite all the difficulties and challenges, she completed her studies during war, and did not give up her childhood dream. She had a strong desire to open her own center, specializing in following up the conditions of...


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Dental Clinic


Dr. Ghassan have been working in the clinic for more than 30 years, he has extensive experience in the field of dentistry, his work was greatly affected during the war because his place was exposed to a lot of shells, and when the area became safe, he decided to develop his clinic's devices because the equipment was worn-out that it became dilapidated.

The earthquake destroyed all Ghassan’s dreams for the enhancement of his clinic and his house from which he and...


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Hairdressing Salon


Since childhood, Masses has been ambitious snd creative, he works in the field of women's hairdressing, his profession depends on good taste in order to satisfy customers, he has practiced this profession since childhood with at least 30 years of experience, Masses wants to develop his long-standing project, however, the equipment that he has is old and worn out due to daily use but he cannot afford a new set. 

“in our days the generator fees is consuming our inccome but...


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Cars Spraying


Shant is a passionate person, aspiring to be proficient in his work, self-reliant, in order to secure a decent life for his family; Shant is married and a father of two, he works day and night for the wellness of his family.

Shant works in the profession of car spraying, and has extensive experience in this field, he currently works in a workshop but the equipment is not his, and the wage he receives is not commensurate with his experience and...


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Stationery and Toys Store


In 2013, Habeeb and his family faced displacement from Homs city due to the war, forcing them to begin a new life in Fairouza village after losing everything they had.

Setting up a shop in a rented place, he started selling toys, stationery, and handmade candles.

However, their life took a harsh turn when his wife, unfortunately, was diagnosed with cancer, causing significant financial strain due to the treatment costs. 

With his wife's health improving, Habeeb shifted his focus back to rebuilding his small business, which was their only source of income. To strengthen his micro-business and secure a better income for his wife, daughter, and son, he turned to the Micro Projects Program for support, knowing that his family depended on him.

Sewing Workshop


Georgette, a skilled seamstress, has dedicated over three decades to working and providing for her family of five. Her husband, Maher, works in various fields with unstable income. 

Their village, Fairouza, faces poor electricity supply, hindering her productivity, in an effort to overcome this challenge, she purchased manual motors for her sewing machines, though they fell short of her expectations. Then, a ray of hope appeared in the form of the Micro Projects Program. Georgette seized the opportunity to secure a...


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Mini-Market


From 2003 to 2022, Ragheb worked tirelessly in various jobs to provide for his family, all with the support of his wife Katia, a dedicated school teacher, the couple have lovely twin boys, who are second-graders.

Their lives took an unexpected turn in 2011 when war started in their hometown of Homs. Forced to flee due to the damage of their home in Wadi Al-Sayeh neighborhood, the family sought refuge in Fairouza village, where Ragheb took a bold step; In 2012,...


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Beauty, Nail Care Kit, and Tattoo


Suzy and Najeeb's love story began seven years ago, they got married in Lebanon, and embarked on a journey together. Najeeb worked tirelessly as a plumber while Suzy initially enjoyed her passion for makeup as a hobby.

However, as Lebanon's situation worsened, she found herself needing to use her special beauty skills to support her family. She worked in a beauty salon, honing her craft and even attending specialized courses to further enrich her skills. With no workplace of her own,...


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Pharmacy


Majd, a pharmacist, embarked on her journey in 2000 when she graduated from the faculty of pharmacy. She diligently completed her rural service in 2003 as per Syrian laws. Alongside her pharmacy, she ventured into medicine marketing in rural Homs until 2010. However, in 2011, the onset of war forced her to relocate her activities to the city of Homs.

Majd is married to Toni, a doctor, and they are parents to three children. Together, they strive to provide their family...


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Olive Land


Ghattas, a hardworking farmer from Qattinah village, faces the challenge of plowing costs for his olive land. With a loving family, including his wife Mariana and a baby girl Lamitta, they all reside with his parents and sisters. To provide extra support for his family, he works at a factory.

However, the financial burden of plowing expenses became overwhelming. Renting a tractor was increasingly costly, especially as the land required plowing four times a year, possibly more. Determined to overcome this...


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Organic Fertilizer Production


Ammar, from Qattinah village, is the sole provider for his wife and their five-year old son. Once a taxi driver, he embarked on a journey that led to the loss of everything he had worked for when his attempt to travel abroad turned out to be a fraudulent scheme. Determined to provide for his small family, Ammar and his wife embarked on a new venture.

A glimmer of hope emerged when his wife learned about the potential of producing organic compost....


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Sewing Machines


In 1997, Georgette honed her sewing skills at a reputable sewing workshop, but her dreams were temporarily put on hold when she married Hosn in 1999. Life took a challenging turn during the war, as her husband's work in stone cladding was negatively affected.

In 2013, they relocated to a village near Homs, hoping for better prospects. Georgette found work in a sewing workshop. When the workshop moved to Homs in 2014, they moved back and she became a supervisor, but...


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Nail Care Kit


Sara's life took a challenging turn when her father passed away, leaving her, her mother, and her two brothers to navigate life's hardships alone. With one brother serving in mandatory military service and the other seeking opportunities abroad, she felt a deep responsibility to contribute to her family's well-being.

Despite her determination, working at various stores didn't provide the income needed to support her loved ones. In 2022, Sara saw a ray of hope when she attended a specialized nail care...


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Photography


Samer, a third-year civil engineering student, is an inspiring young man with a remarkable journey. Three years ago, he embarked on a path as a photographer, starting with humble beginnings. His journey began at the iconic Um Al-Zennar church in Homs, where he worked as a journalist for the church's Facebook page, armed only with a mobile phone to capture the moments.

His dedication led him to a photography training course, refining his skills. He soon found himself working as an...


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Crafts and Souvenir Shop


Sanaa, a retired French language teacher, found herself facing the harsh realities of life after her husband's unfortunate passing due to the cruel war that had affected the country. Living with her son and two daughters, they endured the devastating loss of their car in 2012 and further destruction when their house was hit by another shell in 2017, severely impacting her cherished crafts and souvenir shop.

After her husband's tragic death in 2018, she courageously reopened her shop, eager to...


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Sewing Machines


Matile's life has been a journey of hard work and sacrifice. Divorced five years ago and tragically losing her older son in an accident, she found herself the sole provider for her elderly mother and her son George. 
With a background as a seamstress since 1989, she decided to take control of her destiny in 2022. Tired of low wages and exhausting work, she rented a small space and established her own workshop.

Her workshop, equipped with only one old sewing machine,...


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Pick-up Truck


Lawrence always knew that he wanted more from life. He grew up in the small village of Misemeah, and often found himself dreaming of the big city and the opportunities it held. After finishing his army service in 2009, he packed his bags and headed to Damascus.

It wasn't easy starting out, but eventually, Lawrence landed a job at a cloth company. His hard work and dedication paid off, and soon he had enough money to get married and start a...


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Mini-Van


Bashir and Souryana have always had the will to succeed in life and the determination to improve themselves but the circumstances that they faced stood in their way.

He is 36 years old, married to Souryana Almaher, and has two kids, Joud born in 2015, and Karam born in 2020.

Bashir holds a Diploma in Education and a Master’s in Libraries while his wife holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and Sociology, and she is a lecturer at the university, both of them...


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Barbershop


Rabee grew up in a modest family house with his parents who were unable to work, which forced him to quit school at an early age. he used to work as a women's hairdresser before he was enlisted in the army in 2011 for 10 long years. He decided to make use of his time in the army and trained himself to be a male hairdresser too.

After he finished serving in the army, Rabee worked in a salon, but his...


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Nails Care


Onel had never known a life without the shadow of her father looming over her, her sister, and her mother. She and her sister had grown up in a shelter for six years while their abusive father lived far away in Lebanon for work. Despite their difficult upbringing, Onel had always held on to the hope that things would get better and that one day they would be able to escape the cycle of violence that had defined their childhood.

Years...


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Pick-up Truck


Samer's life had never been easy. He lived in a small, rented room with his elderly mother. Their one-room apartment was barely big enough for them to sleep, eat, and live in. However, Samer was determined to take care of his mother and provide for her in any way he could.

In 2008, Samer was working as a taxi driver when he had a car accident that left him with a back injury. This tragic event made it impossible for him...


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Pick-up Truck


Louai's life had never been easy. Since he was young, he had watched his father work on rented taxi and his brother as a goldsmith to make ends meet. They all lived together in the family house, struggling to make the most of what little they had.

In 2023, things took a turn for the worse. Louai's father needed emergency heart surgery, and the family had to sell everything they owned to pay for it. It was a difficult time, but...


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Pick-up Truck


Carol had always been passionate about mosaic art. He had been working with mosaic since 2009, creating beautiful and intricate designs that left his clients in awe. But everything changed in 2010 when he received a call to serve in the military for four years. Carol had no choice but to put his career on hold and focus on serving his country.

After his military service, Carol tried to pick up where he left off with his mosaic career. Unfortunately, the...


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Taxi


Mulham had always been hardworking and responsible. He grew up in a small town in Syria with his mother and four brothers and sister. His father passed away when Mulham was just a boy, leaving his mother to raise the children on her own.

In 2010, Mulham was called up for army service. He had been working as an electrician before then but had to put his career on hold; For the next ten years, Mulham served in some of the...


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Taxi


Firas seen his fair share of hardships in life. He lived with his parents, two brothers, and a sister in an old rented house in Syria. However, in 2013, their peaceful life was suddenly disrupted by the danger that surrounded them.

Firas and his family had no choice but to leave their beloved family home to avoid the ongoing conflict. They were heartbroken, leaving behind everything they had and loved. They moved into a small apartment, trying to make the best...


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Pick-up Truck


Fouad grew up in his grandparents' house, with his jobless parents, his middle school brother, and his sister who was forced to drop out of college due to financial difficulties. He faced his fair share of challenges when he was younger, having been born with five holes in his heart and underwent surgery at the tender age of six. This left him with strict limitations on his activities and a constant need to be cautious with his health.

Despite his circumstances,...


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Taxi


Once upon a time, there was a boy named Hisham who grew up in a small village near As Suwayda city in Syria. He had a happy childhood with his parents, two sisters, and a brother. His family was living well and they owned a pickup truck which they used to transport goods in and out of their village.

In 2013, everything changed in Hisham's life. His family was attacked by terrorists in the village and they had to flee without...


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Mini-Van


Rami was always a hardworking person. For seven years, he worked as a customs broker and was able to save up enough money to buy his first house and car. However, he wanted more out of life.

in 2012, he decided to move to Europe for a better opportunity and plan for his future. Unfortunately, things took a turn for the worse when he fell victim of a scam and lost all the money he had saved up over the years...


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