PayPal withholds thousands of dollars donated to Gaza aid fund

Tuesday 22 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 22 Jul 2025, 7:48pm

PayPal is withholding thousands of dollars donated by New Zealanders to the 'Aotearoa to Gaza Mutual Aid' fund. The crowdfunding initiative, set up by writer Emily Writes via Ko-Fi, has reportedly received no explanation for the withheld funds.

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1. RNZTue 22 Jul 2025, 6:47pm

   Paypal withholds thousands of funds from Kiwis to Palestinians (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesTue 22 Jul 2025, 7:48pm

   PayPal withholds thousands from Kiwis to Palestinians (opens in new tab)