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Berkeley woman raising money to support family in Venezuela after earthquakes
By Catherine Heenan at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
(KRON) -- A Berkeley woman is pleading for help after family members were in Venezuela when back-to-back earthquakes devastated the country. She is now raising money to support them. Benit Avila was born in Venezuela and now lives in Berkeley. She still has relatives in her home country and says ...
Key takeaway Benit Avila was born in Venezuela and now lives in Berkeley.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The situation in Venezuela hits close to home for many in the Bay Area, where a sizable Venezuelan diaspora community resides. Benit Avila's efforts to support her family underscore the strong ties that exist between the region and her native country. As she works to raise funds, her story may resonate with others in the local Venezuelan community who are also struggling to support loved ones affected by the earthquakes. The Bay Area's long history of welcoming immigrants and supporting international causes may also contribute to a strong response to Avila's fundraising efforts. Local organizations and community groups that focus on international aid and Venezuelan support may take notice of Avila's story and offer assistance, highlighting the region's capacity for compassion and generosity in the face of global crises.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? (KRON) -- A Berkeley woman is pleading for help after family members were in Venezuela when back-to-back earthquakes devastated the country. She is now raising money to support them. Benit Avila was born in Venezuela and now lives in Berkeley. She still has relatives in her home country and says ...
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