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Cash, supplies and hope: Inside South Florida's growing mission to help Venezuela earthquake survivors
By Manuel Bojorquez at CBS4 Miami
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
South Florida's earthquake relief effort for Venezuela is now stretching across two continents, with volunteers delivering aid in the disaster zone while collecting donations at home.Volunteers with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) distributed water and emergency supplies to survivors in Venezuela's
Key takeaway "We are very grateful to be here and to be able to give something back to the community because either way we are far, but we feel we are closer this way," volunteer Nanda Quendo said.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's role in the Venezuela earthquake relief effort is a testament to the city's strong ties to the Latin American community. As a major hub for Venezuelan immigrants, Miami is uniquely positioned to provide support to those affected by the disaster. The fact that local organizations like Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations and sending aid to Venezuela highlights the city's capacity for humanitarian response. Moreover, the involvement of experts from Florida International University's Academy for International Disaster Preparedness underscores the importance of cash donations in responding to disasters, particularly in a region prone to hurricanes and flooding like South Florida. As the relief effort continues, it will be crucial for Miamians to consider the specific needs of vulnerable populations, such as women and young children, and to support established humanitarian organizations that can maximize the impact of every dollar donated.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? South Florida's earthquake relief effort for Venezuela is now stretching across two continents, with volunteers delivering aid in the disaster zone while collecting donations at home.Volunteers with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) distributed water and emergency supplies to survivors in Venezuela's
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