By Cesar Reyes
29 Oct 2023, 16:48 PM EDT
Migrant Forcea non-partisan binational movement made up of Mexicans living abroad, invites the Mexican and Latino community living in the United States to support those affected by Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, Mexico.
Through a statement, Fuerza Migrante and the organizations that make up the Binational Platform announced that a campaign to raise monetary and in-kind funds was activated through their social networks for those affected in the state of Guerrero by the hurricane.
“The Fuerza Migrante campaign aims to raise awareness and raise monetary funds and in kind to help rebuild the lives and properties of the affected inhabitants,” says Fuerza Migrantes.
The non-partisan binational movement specified that has identified collection centers and donor organizations who have the legal capacity to distribute the goods received in Mexico due to having high standards of ethics, quality and commitment, thus ensuring that donations reach those who need them most.
Within these organizations are: Unidos por ellxs; Hispanics in Philanthropy; Mexican Red Cross; Origin Foundation; Cemefi (Mexican Center for Philanthropy) and UNAM Solidaria.
To make these donations, Fuerza Migrante disseminates on its social networks the account numbers where donations can be made.
#FuerzaMigrante calls on the Mexican and Latino community in the United States to help those affected by Hurricane Otis in the state of Guerrero and the port of Acapulco, sending their donations and financial support to @CruzRoja_MX, to help resolve this crisis … https://t.co/9mvaSRFiAS
— Fuerza Migrante (@FuerzaMigrante) October 28, 2023
Mexicans who live in the DMV area organize this fundraising campaign to help those affected by Hurricane Otis in Acapulco. Help provide adequate shelter, food, medical aid and hope to those affected. https://t.co/UvqHHTzdTs
— MXDC The Mexican Professionals Network (@MX_DC) October 26, 2023
In Mexico, several states as well as the country’s capital were made available to the population 52 Collection Centers for shipping items to be taken and delivered to the inhabitants of the state of Guerrero affected by the hurricane.
After the damage caused by Hurricane Otis in Guerrero, at least 52 collection centers are available to collect supplies to support the population of the state.
Four restaurants will also join through a collection with contributions from employees and… pic.twitter.com/ZptphOdGp0
— Government of Mexico (@GobiernoMX) October 26, 2023
Today more than ever, everyone #TogetherForGuerrero 🙏🏼❤️
After the effects of Hurricane “Otis” in Acapulco, the Ministry of the Interior makes available multiple collection centers in Mexico City to help affected people.
Contribute to this network of solidarity and… pic.twitter.com/c6xrGvG01o
— Government (@SEGOB_mx) October 27, 2023
For your part The Mexican Red Cross also carries out its own information campaign for those interested who want to support the victims in the port of Acapulco, in the state of Guerrero.
#MexicanRedCross has sent 75 tons of humanitarian aid, which is distributed in the diamond zone and surrounding areas.
Tomorrow, 4 additional trucks with 225 tons are expected to arrive.
We reaffirm our commitment to supporting Mexicans in times of crisis. pic.twitter.com/svJWPJIjRo
— Mexican Red Cross IAP (@CruzRoja_MX) October 28, 2023
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