July 18, 2026
La Casita — Venezuela Day
A Venezuela Day fundraiser at the Cayman restaurant La Casita, with Venezuelan-inspired food and drink specials and proceeds supporting relief efforts.
Emergency Appeal · From the Cayman Islands
Cayman, Venezuela
Need Us Now
On June 24, 2026, two earthquakes struck northern Venezuela in just 39 seconds — leaving thousands dead and tens of thousands of families with nothing. From the Cayman Islands, we can help them recover today.
Footage from the ground
What Happened
39 seconds that changed Venezuela forever
On June 24, 2026, a magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck northern Venezuela — and just 39 seconds later, a second, even stronger 7.5 quake followed. In under a minute, entire neighborhoods were reduced to rubble. Aftershocks continue, and survivors urgently need shelter, clean water, food and medical care.
2
Earthquakes in 39 seconds — magnitude 7.2 & 7.5
4,200+
People confirmed killed
10,000
Death toll could reach this (UN)
43,000+
People reported missing
20,000+
People left homeless
59,000+
Buildings damaged or destroyed
190+
Buildings fully collapsed
Thousands
Children left orphaned
Figures as of early July 2026; rescue efforts continue and numbers are still being confirmed. Sources: Sky News and El País. This page is updated regularly as the response evolves.
Thousands of families have lost their homes and everything they owned. Behind every number is a person — a child, a parent, a grandparent — waiting for help.
Video
Watch what happened
Verified footage from Venezuela following the earthquakes. Tap any clip to play.
The moment the earthquake hit
People rescued
Videos hosted on YouTube. Sources retain all rights.
From the Ground
The reality, from those living it
Verified images from trusted sources on the ground in Venezuela.
Where It Happened
The most affected areas
The earthquakes hit northern Venezuela, with the heaviest damage concentrated along the densely populated coastal region. Explore the interactive map to see the epicenters and the areas hit hardest.
View the interactive map
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Shipping goods into Venezuela is expensive, slow and complicated. Financial donations let trusted organisations already on the ground buy what people need most and get help to communities much faster.
Daniel Garrido
Founder of TocToc · via Cayman Compass
Donate Now
Give hope in one click
Donate directly to trusted international organizations delivering emergency relief in Venezuela. 100% of your donation goes through these official appeals.
Even $1 can buy clean water for someone who has lost everything.
Donate locally in the Cayman Islands
Bank transfer · Butterfield Bank
Cayman Islands Red Cross · International Emergency Appeals
Or by cheque payable to Cayman Islands Red Cross, memo “Venezuela Earthquake”. Appeal open until 31 July.
Account (KYD)
136-035054-0060
Emergency relief
British Red Cross
Venezuela Earthquake Crisis Appeal — emergency shelter, medical aid and relief for affected communities.
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Global Empowerment Mission
On-the-ground disaster response delivering aid and essentials directly to families who lost everything.
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UN Crisis Relief
The United Nations coordinated humanitarian response for the Venezuela earthquake crisis.
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Wayúu Taya Foundation
A grassroots foundation delivering direct humanitarian aid to Venezuelan and indigenous communities affected by the earthquakes.
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GiveDirectly
Sends cash directly to families affected by the earthquakes, so they can buy exactly what they need most — the fastest, most flexible way to help.
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Local ways to help
Events in the Cayman Islands
The Cayman community is coming together for Venezuela. Join one of these local fundraisers and help while you are at it.
Thursday evenings · all July
BodyWorks Holistic Wellness Centre
Free Thursday evening Relaxation Music Sessions — all contributions collected are donated to humanitarian organisations responding to the Venezuela earthquake disaster.
September 2026
Venezuelan Community Charity Run
A charity run organised by Cayman's Venezuelan community to raise additional funds for earthquake relief.
In the news
Latest coverage
July 2, 2026 · Cayman Compass
How Cayman residents can help Venezuela after the earthquakes
Read the full story
July 2, 2026 · Cayman Marl Road
Venezuelan community in Cayman rallies support for earthquake victims
Read the full story
June 26, 2026 · Cayman Compass
Cayman's Venezuelan community in shock following double earthquake
Read the full story
Donation FAQ
How to help from the Cayman Islands
How can I donate to Venezuela from the Cayman Islands?
You can donate online in minutes to trusted international relief organizations listed on this page — the British Red Cross, Global Empowerment Mission and UN Crisis Relief. If you prefer a local bank transfer, the Cayman Islands Red Cross accepts donations for its International Emergency Appeals at Butterfield Bank, account 136-035054-0060 (KYD).
Where can I donate to help the children affected by the Venezuela earthquake?
To help children specifically, donate to UNICEF UK or Save the Children. Both are providing clean water, healthcare, safe spaces and emergency support for children and families in Venezuela.
Is the Cayman Islands Red Cross collecting donations for Venezuela?
Yes. The Cayman Islands Red Cross is collecting donations locally through its International Emergency Appeals. You can make a bank transfer directly to their Butterfield Bank account, number 136-035054-0060 (KYD).
What happened in the 2026 Venezuela earthquakes?
On June 24, 2026, two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela just 39 seconds apart — a magnitude 7.2 followed by a 7.5. At least 4,200 people have been confirmed killed, and the UN warns the death toll could reach 10,000. More than 43,000 people are reported missing, over 20,000 have been left homeless, and hundreds of buildings have collapsed.
Are these Venezuela donation organizations trustworthy?
Yes. Every organization listed here is an established international humanitarian body — the British Red Cross, UNICEF, the United Nations (UN Crisis Relief), Save the Children and Global Empowerment Mission — and donations are made directly through their own official appeal pages.
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When the ground stops shaking, the need is just beginning. Your donation brings shelter, water and hope.