The generous spirit of the Tampa Bay community is on full display this week, as local residents continue collecting and gathering supplies to help those affected by back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela.

According to WFLA, Tampa Bay residents have been actively organizing relief efforts, pooling together donated goods to send aid to the disaster-stricken country. The ongoing drive reflects the deep ties many in the Tampa Bay area have to Venezuela and Latin America more broadly, and underscores the community’s commitment to reaching out beyond its own borders in times of crisis.

Efforts like these highlight what makes Tampa Bay special — neighbors coming together, rolling up their sleeves, and taking action when people far away are in need. The continued momentum of the supply drive shows that the community’s compassion has not waned even as the news cycle moves on.

Residents looking to get involved or contribute supplies are encouraged to follow local updates from WFLA for information on drop-off locations and ongoing needs.

Sources: WFLA