The British King and Queen make donations to a Venezuela earthquake appeal as fundraising surpasses £10 million. The appeal responds to the impact of two earthquakes that strike Venezuela on 24 June, killing more than 3,500 people and leaving thousands homeless, according to reporting on the catastrophe. While exact donation amounts and how the money will be distributed are not detailed in the provided excerpts, both outlets link the royal donations to ongoing efforts to provide emergency relief and support affected families in the aftermath of the disaster. The fundraising figure cited—more than £10 million—reflects continued public and institutional support as the scale of destruction becomes clearer. The coverage also emphasizes the death toll and the displacement caused by the quakes, framing the appeal as part of a broader humanitarian response. The reports present the donations as immediate backing for relief work, alongside the growing total collected for assistance.
King and Queen donate to Venezuela earthquake appeal as fundraises pass £10m
The British King and Queen make donations to a Venezuela earthquake appeal as fundraising surpasses £10 million. The appeal responds to the impact of two earthquakes that strike Venezuela on 24 June,...
- Two earthquakes hit Venezuela on 24 June.
- The quakes kill more than 3,500 people.
- Thousands of people are left homeless.
- A Venezuela earthquake appeal raises more than £10 million.
- The King and Queen donate to the appeal.
The twin quakes on June 24 killed more than 3,500 and have left thousands homeless.
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