Venezuela Earthquake Emergency Appeal
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026, causing widespread destruction, hundreds of deaths, and significant displacement. Communities are now facing urgent humanitarian needs, including emergency shelter, food, medical care and psychosocial support. Through its presence in Venezuela and across Latin America, Jesuit Refugee Service is accompanying those most affected and preparing emergency assistance for families in crisis.
Why Your Support Matters
Families Need Help Now
The earthquakes damaged homes, infrastructure, and essential services, leaving thousands of people in urgent need of assistance. Your generosity can help provide:
- Emergency shelter and household supplies
- Food and clean water
- Psychosocial and pastoral support
- Protection for vulnerable families
- Long-term accompaniment and recovery efforts
How JRS Is Responding
For more than four decades, Jesuit Refugee Service has accompanied people experiencing displacement and humanitarian crises around the world.
In the aftermath of these devastating earthquakes, JRS teams and partners are:
- Assessing immediate needs in affected communities
- Coordinating emergency relief efforts
- Providing accompaniment and psychosocial support
- Supporting vulnerable families as they begin to recover
Because JRS is already present in the region, we can respond quickly and walk alongside communities in both the immediate aftermath and the long road to recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Venezuela?
Powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing loss of life, injuries, damage to homes and infrastructure, and significant humanitarian needs. Rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing as communities assess the full extent of the disaster.
How can I help people affected by the Venezuela earthquakes?
You can help by donating to JRS/USA’s Venezuela Earthquake Emergency Appeal. Your gift supports emergency assistance, shelter, care, and accompaniment for families affected by the disaster.
Is Jesuit Refugee Service responding in Venezuela?
Yes. JRS has a presence in Venezuela and is coordinating with local teams and partners to assess needs and provide support to affected communities.
What will my donation support?
Donations can help provide emergency supplies, shelter support, psychosocial care, pastoral accompaniment, and longer-term recovery assistance for families impacted by the earthquakes.
Why donate through JRS/USA?
For more than 40 years, JRS has accompanied refugees and communities facing humanitarian crises around the world. Your support enables JRS to respond quickly and walk with people through both immediate emergencies and long-term recovery.
