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South Florida volunteers continue to help send droves of aid to Venezuela amid deadly earthquakes
By Ted Scouten at CBS4 Miami
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
Volunteers gathered at the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) warehouse in Doral on Saturday to pack supplies for relief efforts in Venezuela, working until 6 p.m. to process a surge of donations that forced coordinators to turn away additional help at the end of the day.Among the volunteers is Kristi
Key takeaway "It is 10 floors, and it collapsed completely, and the rubble's like two stories tall, so you can imagine 10 stories condensed to two.
Why this matters in The Miami
The outpouring of support from South Florida's community, particularly in neighborhoods with strong Venezuelan ties like Doral, is a testament to the region's deep connections with Latin America. As Miami 's Venezuelan population rallies to aid their homeland, the city's role as a hub for international relief efforts is on full display. The Global Empowerment Mission's warehouse in Doral has become a focal point for these efforts, with volunteers from across the region coming together to pack supplies and coordinate aid shipments. As the situation in Venezuela continues to unfold, Miami's residents can expect to see more community-driven initiatives like this one, leveraging the city's unique cultural and geographical position to make a difference in the region. The upcoming air shipment to Valencia will be closely watched by the local community, which is eager to see the impact of their efforts on the ground in Venezuela.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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