Supplies for Venezuela: Earthquake Relief Drop-Off
On June 24, two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela near Caracas, collapsing buildings and leaving families displaced and communities in urgent need. Miami is home to one of the largest Venezuelan communities in the world so we're doing what this city does best: showing up for each other.
This week, The Dock is a drop-off point for earthquake relief supplies. Bring what you can anytime during the week, everything collected will be delivered to Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) in Doral, who are already mobilizing on the ground in Venezuela with their local partner, I Love Venezuela.
What to bring (GEM's immediate needs list):
Non-perishable food
Canned protein (chicken, beef, tuna, Vienna sausages, sardines) · canned fruit · canned beans & vegetables · dried fruit/veg · snacks (protein bars, crackers, chips, beef jerky) · ramen · MREs · cases of water
Shelter & gear — must be NEW
Sleeping bags · tents · cots · air mattresses · suitcases · blankets & pillows · backpacks · work gloves · work boots · shovels/rakes
Tools & emergency supplies
Hazmat suits · KN95/respirator masks · hand & foot warmers · large industrial trash bags · tarps · duct tape · flashlights · batteries (AA/AAA/D) · portable radios · first aid kits · LifeStraw water filters · solar lanterns · solar power banks
Hygiene
Toothbrushes & toothpaste · deodorant · feminine hygiene products · toilet paper · wet wipes
Baby & children
Diapers · wipes · new bottles · children's hygiene products · new clothing
Pets
Canned dog/cat food · water bowls · leashes · heavy-duty pads · chew toys · treats · fur brushes · pet shampoo · crates
⚠️ Please note: GEM cannot accept used clothing, shoes, or linens. Items marked NEW above must be unused.
Prefer to give directly?
You can donate to GEM's Venezuela earthquake response at globalempowermentmission.org (grab the exact donation link from their site so it's one tap). GEM is a registered 501(c)(3) (EIN 45-3782061), so donations are tax-deductible. Every dollar goes toward shelter, medical aid, and emergency supplies for affected families.
Drop-off details:
📍 The Dock
🗓️ All week — bring supplies anytime during open hours
📦 Delivered to GEM, 1850 NW 84th Ave, Doral