Syria, Feb. 11 -- Across the Harim Mountains in northwest Syria's Idlib province, more than 50 displacement camps are still sheltering thousands of families whose only protection from the elements are makeshift homes made from salvaged materials or bricks.

During winter storms, water seeps into tents, snow piles up between shelters, and families struggle to stay warm. When temperatures drop, heating becomes a necessity, not a comfort. Roofs are often unstable, offering little protection against snow, rain, and freezing cold.

Despite the huge needs that remain in Syria, the country has seen a decrease in humanitarian funding. The winter months are particularly dangerous, and without sustained aid, people will continue to face life-threat...