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Organizations offering support to the communities impacted by the Fourth of July flooding

MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA)— Florida teams and volunteers made the 28-hour drive with trucks loaded with supplies to assist first responders and humanitarian groups on the ground in Texas. South Florida volunteers and the Global Empowerment Mission, GEM, have made it to Texas, where floods wiped out parts of Kerr County.

DORAL, Fla. – As the death toll climbs to more than 100 following devastating flooding in Texas, South Floridians are stepping up to help the victims.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Urban Search and Rescue teams deployed earlier Tuesday, joining other first responders and humanitarian groups on the ground. Among them: volunteers with the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), a Doral-based nonprofit that delivers emergency aid to communities impacted by disasters. Over the weekend, GEM volunteers spent hours loading supplies — everything from food to hygiene kits — into trucks bound for Texas.

DORAL, FLA. (WSVN) - A South Florida-based nonprofit organization is on the ground and lending a hand to the victims of the catastrophic central Texas flooding that claimed the lives of over 100 people.

Central Texas families affected by recent floods are receiving assistance from a variety of volunteer groups, including Florida-based nonprofit Global Empowerment Mission. Its founder, Michael Capponi, joins “Elizabeth Vargas Reports” to discuss what the organization is doing. “It’s a much bigger disaster than what most of America thinks, I believe,” Capponi says. He stresses how many areas are “stripped” of homes and trees due to the floods.

DORAL, FLA. (WSVN) - Volunteers with Global Empowerment Mission, a nonprofit organization in Doral, are sending much needed aid and other assistance to victims of the Texas flooding. Dozens of palettes loaded with lifesaving supplies boarded two semi trucks to be sent directly into the hands of flood victims in Central Texas.

Crews with the Global Empowerment Mission in Doral on Monday loaded up stacks of water, food, and other essentials for families who lost everything to flash floods

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Relief efforts are underway in South Florida for those impacted by the catastrophic flooding in Central Texas. At the Global Empowerment Mission warehouse in Doral, the team has been hard at work loading trucks with supplies. Each truck has 26 pallets packed with family necessity kits that include hygiene items, food and water.

Desde la sede de la organización sin fines de lucro Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), ubicada en Doral, Florida, acaba de partir el segundo camión cargado con ayuda humanitaria destinada a las zonas más afectadas por las recientes inundaciones en Texas.

“If the funding to the people gets eliminated, that’s all they have,” said Michael Capponi, president of Global Empowerment Mission, adding that while nonprofits are often faster and more efficient at getting people help, they still need the money to make it happen. “The private sector can never take that on,” he said.

DORAL – As the official start of the 2025 hurricane season nears, Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) and Bethenny Frankel’s BStrong are once again joining forces with Miami-Dade County, Caribbean Strong, Flew The Coop®, and a coalition of regional and international partners. They aim to launch a coordinated Plan of Action designed to enhance disaster preparedness and first-response capabilities throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean.

Though his hotel sustained major damage, Henzell threw himself into recovery efforts, coordinating with local and international partners to help restore more than 1,200 roofs through collaborations with the Global Empowerment Mission and NCB Foundation.

Про мрії і прагнення, про роботу у фонді та нагороду, про тих, хто надихає та інше у розмові з Аліною Курською, директоркою з міжнародних питань та українських програм в американському благодійному фонді Global Empowerment Mission (GEM Україна).

The total cost for the seven units was around $650,000, which was covered by the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), the Stable Road Foundation and Maui Brewing Co. "This is like the real beginning of recovery, right, it's like that step where your life is now starting again," GEM philanthropist Michael Capponi said.

Global Empowerment Mission in partnership with Bethenny Frankel’s BStrong initiative was on the move within 48 hours, almost immediately distributing cash cards and getting together pre-packaged essential boxes after the wildfires began. “At GEM, we understand the urgency of the situation and are dedicated to delivering aid quickly and effectively to those in need,” says GEM founder and CEO Michael Capponi.

, Izabella Miko, Maria Bello and Melanie Lynskey joined songwriter Diane Warren on Wednesday, February 26, for a special screening and Q&A panel at Santa Monica’s Aero Theater. The event raised funds for the Global Empowerment Mission LA Wildfire Relief Mission to help those impacted by the recent natural disaster in Los Angeles.

Supermodel Tyra Banks, actors Izabella Miko and Maria Bello, songwriter Diane Warren and actor Melanie Lynskey attend a 25th anniversary screening and Q&A of "Coyote Ugly" benefiting Global Empowerment Mission LA Wildfire Relief Mission at Aero Theatre on Feb. 26, 2025 in Santa Monica, Calif.

Global Empowerment Mission and Bethenny Frankel’s BStrong Continue To Mobilize Rapid Response to Support Los Angeles Fire Victims From Eaton to Palisades “We encourage everyone to join us in supporting the people of Los Angeles during this critical time. Every contribution, big or small, helps us make a difference.”— Michael Capponi, Founder and CEO of Global Empowerment Mission.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Global Empowerment Mission in its efforts to support those affected by the devastating LA Fires. Tickets and more details are available online for the 35mm screening.

For the past month, the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have captured the world’s attention. As Stable Road Foundation and our partners leapt into action to support people affected by the fires, I found myself thinking back to 2018—when the same thing happened.

Her partnership with Michael Capponi from Global Empowerment Mission further enhances B Strong's effectiveness. "Michael is an excellent operator who executes my vision to perfection," she said. Frankel's commitment to transparency and accountability is unwavering. "Dignity, transparency, and clarity in charity is critical," she proclaims. "We are first to arrive, last to leave, we are lean and efficient, and simply put, no one has ever done or does what we do."

The Jenkins family of Altadena, California, will receive a $135,000 overall donation from the nonprofit Global Empowerment Mission, which is dedicated to helping people in disaster zones get back on their feet, and their partners, Bethenny Frankel's BStrong and Stable Road Foundation.

Founded in 2017, BStrong works with the Global Empowerment Mission to respond to disasters worldwide. Frankel — a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and influencer — has mobilized her initiative to deliver much-needed aid to fire victims, many of whom are still grappling with shock and uncertainty. "People are traumatized," Frankel said. "They've gone from house proud to homeless in an instant."

The Jenkins family of Altadena, California, will receive a $135,000 overall donation from the nonprofit Global Empowerment Mission, which is dedicated to helping people in disaster zones get back on their feet, and their partners, Bethenny Frankel's BStrong and Stable Road Foundation.

NEW YORK & LONDON & HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jefferies announced today that it will donate $10 million to charities providing aid for first responders and the people and communities impacted by the wildfires across Los Angeles. The donation includes funds from Jefferies, voluntary contributions from its nearly 6,000 worldwide employees, and proceeds from the firm’s January 16 Doing Good Global Trading Day, which set aside 100% of net global trading commissions for charities.

Following the co-hosting gig Eva will return to Los Angeles, where she will volunteer with Global Empowerment Mission and pay a visit to World Central Kitchen’s Eaton Fire operations.

“Extra” spoke to Bethenny Frankel, whose BStrong initiative is on the ground in Los Angeles to assist with relief efforts after the devastating wildfires. The organization puts together crisis kits packed with supplies and distributes cash cards to victims, with a focus on delivering the aid people need in a dignified manner. Bethenny has also partnered with Global Empowerment Mission, which will be in the disaster zone for years to come.

Bethenny Frankel stops by the Bstrong Global Empowerment Mission L.A. headquarters on Jan. 14.

California Live’s Amber Pfister chats with the Founder of Global Empowerment Mission at their warehouse in Los Angeles to learn how they are already helping displaced families get as many supplies as they need after losing everything.

Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) and bstrong: In partnership with Bethenny Frankel’s bstrong disaster relief fund, GEM will distribute cash cards to evacuated residents to help with immediate needs like accommodation, gas and food. The organizations are accepting cash donations.