As lives are thrown into chaos amongst the devastation, kindness and care matters more than ever.

The people of Venezuela are reeling after two 7.2 and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes struck within minutes on Wednesday, June 24.  The quakes collapsed buildings, leaving people trapped inside. Aftershocks continue to trigger distress in an already devastating situation.

As the death toll rises to 1,700 people, with more than 3,200 injured, tens of thousands of people remain missing.  Search and rescue teams continue to look for signs of life, with civilians digging through debris with their hands and shovels, calling out for survivors.

Christian media disaster response partner Convoy of Hope is already working locally, providing vital emergency supplies and support. Joel A’Bell, National Director of Convoy of Hope Australia and New Zealand said that an estimated 1.8million people, including 680,000 children, are in urgent need of humanitarian aid.

“Convoy of Hope is on the ground providing people with essential relief including hygiene kits, food, bottled water and warm meals from mobile kitchens,” he said. 

“In times like these, kindness to other humans in need matters. We are reaching families whose lives have been overturned.”

“Convoy of Hope is committed to restoring hope and providing long-term support to aid children and families in Venezuela as they face the difficult journey of recovery.”

“Please join us in prayer for the situation, and give towards relief efforts if you’re able to,” said Mr A’Bell.

This is Convoy of Hope’s 50th disaster response of 2026.  You can donate towards relief efforts at convoyofhope.org.au 

Convoy of Hope is a faith-based, humanitarian organisation that delivers hope where it’s needed most.

Feature image: Supplied (Kirsten Jennings, Convoy of Hope)