Portugal supports four Venezuelan associations

Portugal will provide €249,701 to four social associations in Venezuela following the earthquakes on June 24. The announcement was made by the Secretary of State for Portuguese Communities during an official visit. Three associations will receive a total of €157,881, including the Sociedade de Beneficência de Damas Portuguesas de Caracas, Amigos de Nossa Senhora de Fátima, and the NGO Sonrisa. Additionally, €91,820 will be donated to the Centro Luso Venezuelano de La Guaira, the area most affected by the disaster. This brings the total support from Portugal in 2026 to €502,278.57, including contributions from various governmental bodies and the Autonomous Region of Madeira. The visit also aimed to explore business opportunities and engage with the Portuguese community in Venezuela.