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FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee lends a helping hand to people of Venezuela after deadly earthquakes
By Steven Yablonski at CBS4 Miami
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee is lending a helping hand for the people of Venezuela in the wake of deadly back-to-back earthquakes at the end of June.The committee joined CBS News Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) for the Hope 4 Venezuela relief campaign
Key takeaway Cem Tekkesinoglu/Anadolu via Getty Images "I think we've exceeded more than $26,000 in individual donations up to this point," FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee Chairman Rodney Barreto told CBS News Miami.
Why this matters in The Miami
The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee's efforts to support Venezuela after the deadly earthquakes resonate deeply in Miami, given the city's strong cultural and personal ties to the country. Thousands of local families have roots and loved ones in Venezuela, making the disaster a pressing concern for the community. The committee's initiative to use the FIFA Fan Fest at Bayfront Park as a platform to raise awareness and funds for the relief campaign is a testament to Miami's ability to come together in times of need. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami is well-positioned to mobilize support for international humanitarian efforts, and the host committee's actions demonstrate the city's capacity for compassion and solidarity. The success of the Hope 4 Venezuela relief campaign will likely depend on the continued engagement of Miami's community, particularly in neighborhoods like Little Havana, where ties to Venezuela are strong.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The FIFA World Cup Miami Host Committee is lending a helping hand for the people of Venezuela in the wake of deadly back-to-back earthquakes at the end of June.The committee joined CBS News Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) for the Hope 4 Venezuela relief campaign
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