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Heavy rains impacting the Venezuelan Andes have destroyed roads, isolated towns, and displaced thousands of families. Mérida and Trujillo are the states hardest hit right now.
Below are trusted ways to donate and support relief efforts 👇🏽
⛑️ Caritas Venezuela
📧 PayPal: [email protected]
With a national network and at least four active hubs in Mérida—all now operating as supply collection centers—Caritas has been carrying out humanitarian work in Venezuela for over two decades with the support of the Catholic Church.
More info: caritasvenezuela.org
⛑️ Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce Foundation
💳 Donate through their website: vaccfoundation.org/donate-now
VACC Foundation currently channels donations directly to Cáritas Venezuela and Dividendo Voluntario para la Comunidad, both of which are providing on-the-ground assistance.
More info: @vaccfoundation on Instagram
🧡 Even small donations make a real difference.
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