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NewsNBC Bay Area — South BayJune 29, 2026Santa Clara

San Jose businesses collect relief supplies for Venezuela earthquake victims

Local Bay Area businesses, including a San Jose food truck, are collecting relief supplies for victims of recent twin earthquakes in Venezuela. Donations are being gathered in San Jose and transported to Oakland for shipment to the affected region.

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Why It Matters

Residents can participate in a local humanitarian relief effort by donating specific supplies to support earthquake victims in Venezuela.

Key Facts

  • Two major earthquakes struck Venezuela, resulting in 1,450 confirmed deaths.
  • Nearly 69,000 people are reported missing following the earthquakes.
  • Aquenono, a food truck in San Jose, is serving as a collection point for relief supplies.
  • Donated items include food, gloves, walkers, and dog food.
  • Approximately 45 people have dropped off supplies at the San Jose location as of the report date.
  • Collected supplies are being transported to Oakland for sorting and subsequent shipment to Venezuela.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAquenono“A Venezuelan food truck business in San Jose collecting relief supplies.”personMelanie Portilla“Co-owner of Aquenono.”locationSan Jose“City where relief supplies are being collected.”locationOakland“Location where donations are being sorted and prepared for shipment.”