Shortly after the current escalation of violence beginning in October 2023, disability justice collective Crips for eSims for Gaza has raised over $2 million CAD to directly fund the activation and top-up of 18K+ eSims for Palestinians surviving genocide and occupation under the Israeli state. This mutual-aid driven communications network has supported doctors, nurses, paramedics, journalists, family members, and students
Despite a fragile ceasefire in early 2025, the Israeli Occupying Forces have continued to bomb the Gaza strip and block humanitarian aid from entering. The zionist state has now abandoned all pretence of ceasefire and made it clear that they intend to completely destroy the people and infrastructure of Gaza in order to expand their settlements. Meanwhile, the erasure of the genocide from mainstream media and the dismantling of international aid under fascist governments makes fundraising an ongoing challenge.
The Crips for eSims for Gaza Itch Bundle was organized to strengthen Crips for eSims for Gaza’s critical work and to support Palestinian people fighting for their lives, for visibility, and for liberation.
For more background on eSims and Crips for eSims for Gaza, please visit our Mission Statement.
Thanks to the support and generosity of our contributors, we have gathered over 200 video games, TTRPGs, zines, books, soundtracks, and asset packs. We’ve got hits, your next favorite game you’ve never heard of, and everything in between! Best of all, 100% of bundle proceeds will go directly to Crips for eSims for Gaza.
For access to this collection, we’re asking for a contribution of $16 USD, which is also the current base price for a 3GB eSim. Beyond its symbolic significance, we hope this price keeps the bundle accessible. With commercial contributions totaling over $800 in value, we also think it’s a pretty cool deal.
The bundle will be on sale for three weeks, from April 28th 2025 to May 20th.
Every month, Crips for eSims for Gaza spends approximately $120K CAD/$100K USD buying and topping-up eSims. Even with strong public support and a global network of volunteers, sustaining this level of commitment is challenging. Donations have also slowed dramatically since the ceasefire announcement, despite the ongoing need for communication resources, the end of the ceasefire, and the likelihood that Palestinian telecommunications networks will take years to rebuild.
Our initial fundraising goal is $20,000 USD. This amount will help Crips for eSims for Gaza replenish their budget and better meet future needs. With your help, we hope to meet and exceed this number!
MILESTONES:
$20,000 GOAL PASSED ON 4/29!!!
Beyond purchasing the bundle, how can I support?
Great question! Generally speaking, anything you can do to help us get the word out is invaluable. Social media posts, streaming bundle games, writing about us for your website/blog/publication – it all helps!
If you want to support the cause but don’t do games, we also strongly encourage you to contribute directly to Crips for eSims for Gaza via their fundraising page.
Please direct all bundle-related questions to cripsforesimsforgazabundle@gmail.com.
Bundle was organized with cooperation from the Crips for Esims volunteers by: Barabones , -hexcavator- , and tofurocks
Special thanks to Cicada, ZManZilla, and PizzaPranks for additional volunteer work, advice, and support.
Includes the following items:
