Over the past week, devastating wildfires across Georgia have scorched 50,000+ acres, destroyed at least 120 homes and structures, and forced countless families from their homes—marking one of the most destructive wildfire events in the state’s history. @KBentley__
Miami-Dade County Department of Emergency Management led Operation Lasso III a full-scale exercise focused on strengthening the region’s ability to rapidly establish Family Reception Centers and Family Assistance Centers in the aftermath of a Complex Coordinated Terrorist Attack.
IMPORTANT 2025
RECAP.......From all of us at GEM, we wish you a joyous holiday season and a healthy, meaningful, and inspiring New Year.
As we celebrate our 15th Anniversary, we are reminded of what is truly possible when committed partners come together with purpose, compassion, and action. It is because of you and your belief and trust in GEM that we have been able to reach and assist millions of people throughout 2025. Our teams are operating throughout the United States and 5 continents, delivering aid to populations impacted by some of the most complex and volatile emergencies. We are proud to announce that we have expended $188 Million this year alone with only 3.8% going to corporate overhead.
We invite you to watch our 2025 recap video, which highlights our many missions across the globe and the extraordinary impact made. Our teams on the ground have worked tirelessly, often in the most challenging environments, to accomplish all of this, and we are incredibly proud of what they have achieved. We hope you will take a moment to watch and reflect on this work.
As this difficult and complex year draws to a close, we also invite you to consider Global Empowerment Mission ir your end-of-year giving through our bio-links.
Your support is critical now more than ever, as humanitarian needs continue to grow in the face of ongoing crises and unprecedented events unfolding across our country and around the world.
We are deeply grateful to each and every one of you who continues to allow us to bring hope, dignity, and tangible relief to people in their greatest moments of need.
#bstrong #2025 #gem
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Global Empowerment Mission has touched down in Jamaica to begin preparations for residents impacted by Hurricane Melissa to receive urgently needed aid. https://t.co/Jaes8OGuhJ
🇺🇸🤝🇯🇲 The United States is delivering $12 million in life-saving foreign assistance to help Jamaica recover from Hurricane Melissa.
This week, multiple U.S. foreign assistance flights are bringing in relief supplies, including shelter materials, hygiene kits, and tarps for 60,000 people.
U.S. military personnel are working shoulder to shoulder with the Government and people of Jamaica, delivering 230,000 pounds of food and water, as well as medical supplies and logistics equipment to hard-hit communities in Westmoreland, St. Elizabeth, Clarendon, St. Ann, and St. James.
#USinJamaica #HurricaneMelissa #ForeignAssistance
Jamaica is in the throes of recovery one week after Hurricane Melissa's landfall. Kimberley Bentley, Global Empowerment Mission's director of Emergency Response for the US and Caribbean joins FOX Weather to talk about GEM's efforts on the ground and the help they're offering.
🌀HORRIFYING STORM: This gripping video shows a sweeping satellite view of the monstrous Category 5 Hurricane Melissa as it approaches Jamaica. Hurricane Melissa is currently the strongest storm of the year.
#hurricanemelissa#hurricane#hurricaneseason#Jamaica#category5
@GEMmissions is grateful for @miamidadeem & @MayorDaniella leadership that facilitates forums for those on frontlines of disaster response to communicate, coordinate, collaborate & cooperate - CORE/VOAD mtg brought partners together to help strengthen resilience across Miami-Dade
@GEMmissions is grateful for @miamidadeem & @MayorDaniella leadership that facilitates forums for those on frontlines of disaster response to communicate, coordinate, collaborate & cooperate - CORE/VOAD mtg brought partners together to help strengthen resilience across Miami-Dade
Honored to join the CORE/VOAD Annual Meeting with leaders on the frontlines of disaster response. For 20+ years I’ve joined these meetings—creating connections at the neighborhood level & showing that in Miami-Dade, being prepared TAKES ALL OF US. 💙 #OurCounty
@GEMmissions Founder & President @michaelcapponi met with Hunt, Texas Fire Chief Lee Pool to assess the ongoing situation and coordinate local response efforts. This fire station now serves as one of our official GEM BStrong base camps and aid distribution points for the affected community.
Starting tomorrow and continuing daily throughout the week, residents of Hunt, Texas are invited to visit the fire station located at:
Hunt Fire Department
151 FM 1340
Hunt, TX 78024
To receive critical supplies, Bstrong cash cards, and emergency assistance from GEM Bstrong.
Our teams are on the ground to support those impacted and ensure that vital resources are delivered directly to where they're needed most. To learn more, and to support this mission please visit: https://t.co/B1FEaJXCR1 #GEM #gemmissions @Bethenny #bstrong #hunt #texas #campmystic #davidandnicoletepperfoundation
One year ago, Hurricane Beryl tore through the Caribbean with unprecedented force — becoming the strongest June hurricane ever recorded. In its path, homes were leveled, families displaced, and entire communities left shattered.
This video offers a powerful look into the long road to recovery—one paved with compassion, resilience, and action. From emergency aid drops and rebuilding homes, and providing ongoing support to the most vulnerable, @GEMmissions has remained boots-on-the-ground—not just for the crisis, but for the recovery. To learn more, and how you can help GEM continue these important missions, please visit: https://t.co/l9mGsRL31w #HurricaneBeryl #Caribbean
Flooding is a serious threat. This week’s Flood Response Workshop sparked real solutions, stronger partnerships, and a united commitment to protect our community.
Thank you @MayorDaniella for your leadership and support. #FloodReady#Resilient305#OurCounty
Teamwork in preparedness! We had a great time participating in the 2025 Hurricane Safety Fair hosted by the @Cityofdoral . Grateful to stand alongside Kimberley Bentley from Global Empowerment Mission , Mayor @ChristiFraga , CERT member Humberto Martinez — and of course, Ginger, the @DoralPolice K9. Together, we’re helping our community stay ahead of the storm. #WeatherReady #OurCounty
Today marks the start of the 2025 hurricane season. This weekend @GEMmissions@KBentley__ attended key disaster preparedness events in Doral & Ft. Lauderdale—building partnerships & sharing resources with local officials & emergency teams. Ready to serve. #GEMmissions #HurricanePrep #DisasterRelief
Video: LA Wildfires - 1 Month Recap
One month ago, wildfires tore through Los Angeles, burning 30,000 acres and destroying 16,000+ homes and buildings. Thousands of families were forced to evacuate-many returning to nothing but ash. In the face of devastation, GEM Bstrong sprang into action, providing critical aid to over 11,000 families and 25,000 individuals. In just one month, we've:
*Deployed 10 semi-trucks carrying 238 pallets of essential supplies
*Provided $435,000+ in direct cash assistance & $540,000+ in in-kind aid
*Delivered Family Necessity Kits, Starlinks, Solar Panels, Hygiene Kits, Air Purifiers, Pet Supplies, and more
But recovery is far from over. As emergency funding decreases, families still need stability. That's why GEM is launching a rental assistance program to help the displaced find secure housing as they rebuild.
We remember the losses, honor the heroes, and stand with those as they rebuild their lives. Your support makes all the difference. Donate, volunteer, or spread awareness today.
To learn more, please visit the link in our bio section above. @Bethenny #Bstrong @GEMmissions #LAWildfires #DisasterRelief #StrongerTogether #stableroadfoundation @Jefferies #davidandnicoletepperfoundation