{"id":324477,"date":"2026-06-30T10:30:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T10:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/324477\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T10:30:08","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T10:30:08","slug":"iheartmedia-miami-rallies-support-for-venezuela-earthquake-survivors-newsradio-wiod","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/324477\/","title":{"rendered":"iHeartMedia Miami Rallies Support for Venezuela Earthquake Survivors | NewsRadio WIOD"},"content":{"rendered":"

MIAMI (June 30, 2026) \u2014 iHeartMedia Miami is partnering with Global Empowerment Mission<\/a> (GEM) to amplify a growing humanitarian response effort led by Miami-Dade County, using its radio and digital platforms to drive donations during a focused campaign TODAY, for victims of the recent earthquakes in Venezuela.<\/p>\n

The collaboration builds on a countywide aid initiative with GEM. On Tuesday June 30, iHeartMedia Miami is broadcasting appeals across its South Florida stations, encouraging listeners to contribute funds and essential supplies to support families affected by the disaster.<\/p>\n

The earthquakes have devastated communities across Venezuela, damaging infrastructure, displacing residents, and worsening an already fragile humanitarian situation. Miami-Dade leaders say the local response reflects the region\u2019s deep ties to Venezuela and longstanding commitment to international relief.<\/p>\n

\u201cPowerful earthquakes have severely impacted communities throughout Venezuela,\u201d said Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. \u201cMiami-Dade County stands united with our Venezuelan community, and we are committed to supporting rapid relief and long-term recovery.\u201d<\/p>\n

By leveraging its wide audience reach, iHeartMedia Miami aims to accelerate donations and broaden awareness of the ongoing needs. On-air personalities are expected to share updates, highlight the impact of contributions, and direct listeners to donation channels throughout the day. Participating stations include Tu 94.9, Magic 93.9, Y100.7, 103.5 The Beat, Big 105.9, NewsRadio 610, WIOD, and Fox Sports 940.<\/p>\n

\u201cCommunities across Venezuela are facing unimaginable hardship after these earthquakes, with families in urgent need of immediate assistance,\u201d said Enrique Santos, Tu 94.9 Morning Host and President of iHeartLatino. \u201cThrough Tuesday\u2019s relief drive, iHeartMedia Miami is proud to stand with Global Empowerment Mission and our South Florida community to raise critical funds and awareness, helping deliver immediate aid and support long-term recovery for those affected.\u201d<\/p>\n

Global Empowerment Mission, a Miami-based nonprofit known for rapid disaster response, is at the center of the effort. While physical donations are being accepted, organizers emphasize that monetary contributions are the most effective way to deliver aid quickly and efficiently, allowing relief teams to procure region-specific supplies and support local recovery operations.<\/p>\n

Designated drop-off locations include:<\/p>\n

Global Empowerment Mission (GEM)
\n1850 NW 84th Ave #100
\nWeekdays: 9 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Office Lobby
\n2700 NW 87th Ave
\nWeekdays: 8 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Doral Legacy Park Community Center
\n11400 NW 82 Street
\nWeekdays: 5 p.m. \u2013 9 p.m.
\nWeekends: 8 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

El Arepazo
\n10191 NW 58th St
\nOpen 24\/7<\/p>\n

Nu Stadium
\n1900 NW 37th Avenue in Miami, Florida
\n9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET<\/p>\n

Financial donations are being accepted here<\/a> at the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) website. The items accepted for donation\/Relief Needs List for Venezuela from GEM:<\/p>\n

Non-Perishable Foods:<\/p>\n

Canned Protein
\nChicken \/ Beef \/ Tuna \/ Vienna Sausages \/ Sardines
\nCanned Fruits
\nDried Fruits \/ Vegetables
\nSnacks
\nProtein Bars \/ Crackers \/ Chips \/ Beef Jerky
\nCanned Beans \/ Canned Vegetables
\nRamen
\nMeals Ready To Eat (MRE)
\nCases of Water
\nTemporary Household Needs:<\/p>\n

Sleeping Bags (New)
\nTents (New)
\nCots (New)
\nAir Mattresses (New)
\nSuitcases (New)
\nBlankets (New) \/ Pillows (New)
\nBackpacks (New)
\nWork Gloves (New)
\nShovels \/ Rakes (New)
\nWork Boots (New)
\nHazmat Suits
\nKN95 Masks \/ Face Masks with Respirators
\nHand and Foot Warmers
\nLarge Industrial Trash Bags
\nTarps
\nDuct Tape
\nFlashlights
\nBatteries (AA\/AAA\/D)
\nPortable Radios
\nFirst Aid Kits
\nLifestraw Water Filters
\nSolar-Powered Lightweight Packable Lanterns
\nPower Banks (Solar Powered)
\nHygiene:<\/p>\n

Toothbrushes \/ Toothpaste
\nDeodorant
\nFeminine Hygiene Products
\nToilet Paper
\nWet Wipes
\nBaby & Children:<\/p>\n

Diapers
\nWipes
\nNew Bottles
\nChildren’s Hygiene Products
\nNew Clothes
\nPet Needs:<\/p>\n

Canned Dog Food \/ Canned Cat Food
\nWater Bowls
\nLeashes
\nHeavy-Duty Pads
\nChew Toys
\nDog Treats \/ Cat Treats
\nFur Brush
\nPet Shampoo \/ Conditioner
\nCrates<\/p>\n

Officials say the need remains urgent, with impacted communities requiring safe shelter, clean water, medical care, and essential resources in the weeks and months ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"MIAMI (June 30, 2026) \u2014 iHeartMedia Miami is partnering with Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to amplify a growing…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":324478,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[14180,18007,125613,134256,123,125,124,373,4390],"class_list":["post-324477","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-miami","tag-doral","tag-gem","tag-global-empowerment-mission","tag-iheartmedia-miami","tag-miami","tag-miami-headlines","tag-miami-news","tag-miami-dade-county","tag-venezuela"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/324477","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=324477"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/324477\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/324478"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=324477"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=324477"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=324477"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}