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Today marks the official start of the 2025 hurricane season.
This weekend, GEM’s U.S. Director of Field Missions, Kimberley Bentley, was on the ground at key preparedness events in both Doral and Fort Lauderdale—helping strengthen connections, share critical knowledge, and build resilience across our region.
In Doral, Kimberley attended the Doral Disaster Fair, where she engaged with city officials, local organizations, and businesses committed to helping residents prepare for, survive, and recover from hurricane emergencies. Officials expressed deep appreciation for GEM’s ongoing efforts and are looking forward to tomorrow’s GEM Hurricane Preparedness Press Conference.
She also joined the “Eye of the Storm” event in Fort Lauderdale—a dynamic gathering focused on hurricane science, mitigation, and preparedness. Here, Kimberley collaborated with partners from Miami-Dade Department of Emergency Management and Broward County Emergency Management, Florida Power & Light (FPL), and other regional stakeholders to advance preparedness conversations ahead of what is forecast to be an active season. Together, we are stronger and ready to serve. @kayebentley @miamidadeem @browardemd @insidefpl #GEM #HurricanePreparedness #hurricane #season
Today marks the official start of the 2025 hurricane season.
This weekend, GEM’s U.S. Director of Field Missions, Kimberley Bentley, was on the ground at key preparedness events in both Doral and Fort Lauderdale—helping strengthen connections, share critical knowledge, and build resilience across our region.
In Doral, Kimberley attended the Doral Disaster Fair, where she engaged with city officials, local organizations, and businesses committed to helping residents prepare for, survive, and recover from hurricane emergencies. Officials expressed deep appreciation for GEM’s ongoing efforts and are looking forward to tomorrow’s GEM Hurricane Preparedness Press Conference.
She also joined the “Eye of the Storm” event in Fort Lauderdale—a dynamic gathering focused on hurricane science, mitigation, and preparedness. Here, Kimberley collaborated with partners from Miami-Dade Department of Emergency Management and Broward County Emergency Management, Florida Power & Light (FPL), and other regional stakeholders to advance preparedness conversations ahead of what is forecast to be an active season. Together, we are stronger and ready to serve. @kayebentley @miamidadeem @browardemd @insidefpl #GEM #HurricanePreparedness #hurricane #season
A day of hope. A day of healing. A day of heart. 💙
Today, in partnership with San Diego VOAD, and our partners at @frontlineimpact - GEM USA West proudly hosted a large scale Recovery Pop-Up for families impacted by the devastating 2024 floods.
Back in January, relentless floodwaters surged through Southeast San Diego—an unforgiving river that swallowed homes, memories, and the very foundation thousands once stood on. Over six feet of water consumed entire neighborhoods, leaving heartbreak in its wake.
Nearly a year and a half later, the need remains deep, and the wounds are still mending. But today—something powerful happened.
We came together—partners, community members, and volunteers—not only to deliver critical recovery resources through our LTRGs and DCMs, but to restore hope and bring moments of joy to those who have lost so much.
✨ There was laughter and games.
🎶 Live music that lifted the spirit.
🍽️ Delicious food that united us.
💇🏽♂️ Free haircuts that helped families feel whole again.
But most importantly, today gave our flood survivors something truly rare: a moment of normalcy. A chance to smile, to reconnect, and to know they are seen, heard, and cared for.
This is what true recovery looks like. It’s about more than rebuilding homes. It’s about rebuilding hearts. Restoring dignity. And reminding every family—you are not alone.
Together, we rise. 💛
#FrontlineImpact #GEMMissions #SanDiegoVOAD #FloodRecovery #CommunityStrong #HopeInAction #TogetherWeHeal #gemusawest #GEM #SanDiego #California
A day of hope. A day of healing. A day of heart. 💙
Today, in partnership with San Diego VOAD, and our partners at @frontlineimpact - GEM USA West proudly hosted a large scale Recovery Pop-Up for families impacted by the devastating 2024 floods.
Back in January, relentless floodwaters surged through Southeast San Diego—an unforgiving river that swallowed homes, memories, and the very foundation thousands once stood on. Over six feet of water consumed entire neighborhoods, leaving heartbreak in its wake.
Nearly a year and a half later, the need remains deep, and the wounds are still mending. But today—something powerful happened.
We came together—partners, community members, and volunteers—not only to deliver critical recovery resources through our LTRGs and DCMs, but to restore hope and bring moments of joy to those who have lost so much.
✨ There was laughter and games.
🎶 Live music that lifted the spirit.
🍽️ Delicious food that united us.
💇🏽♂️ Free haircuts that helped families feel whole again.
But most importantly, today gave our flood survivors something truly rare: a moment of normalcy. A chance to smile, to reconnect, and to know they are seen, heard, and cared for.
This is what true recovery looks like. It’s about more than rebuilding homes. It’s about rebuilding hearts. Restoring dignity. And reminding every family—you are not alone.
Together, we rise. 💛
#FrontlineImpact #GEMMissions #SanDiegoVOAD #FloodRecovery #CommunityStrong #HopeInAction #TogetherWeHeal #gemusawest #GEM #SanDiego #California
On May 16, a catastrophic tornado outbreak devastated parts of the U.S., with 50+ tornadoes across multiple states—claiming 28 lives and damaging 6,500+ structures. An EF-4 tornado over a mile wide leveled London, KY.
GEM BStrong teams immediately deployed with BStrong Cash Cards, critical aid, and family necessity kits for individuals and families in the hardest-hit areas. Relief efforts are ongoing—help us continue this mission at GlobalEmpowermentMission.org. Or visit the link in bio section above to learn more and how you can help. #GEM #BStrong #DisasterRelief #TornadoResponse #Kentucky #Missouri
On May 16, a catastrophic tornado outbreak devastated parts of the U.S., with 50+ tornadoes across multiple states—claiming 28 lives and damaging 6,500+ structures. An EF-4 tornado over a mile wide leveled London, KY.
GEM BStrong teams immediately deployed with BStrong Cash Cards, critical aid, and family necessity kits for individuals and families in the hardest-hit areas. Relief efforts are ongoing—help us continue this mission at GlobalEmpowermentMission.org. Or visit the link in bio section above to learn more and how you can help. #GEM #BStrong #DisasterRelief #TornadoResponse #Kentucky #Missouri
Remembering our brave heroes on this Memorial Day. #memorialday #2025 #GEM
GEM BStrong teams remain on the ground in Missouri, delivering Family Necessity Kits and #BStrong Cash Cards to residents affected by the devastating tornado that tore through the St. Louis metro area.
With peak winds reaching 152 mph and a path nearly a mile wide, the tornado tracked over 23 miles, crossing into Illinois and leaving a trail of destruction. The storm claimed five lives, injured 38 people, and damaged over 5,000 structures—causing an estimated $1.6 billion in property loss.
Our efforts continue throughout the hardest-hit neighborhoods. And on Wednesday, May 28, GEM BStrong will also be providing resources at the Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for storm-impacted residents in Scott County.
Location:
Old Bethel Baptist Church
180 County Road 449
Sikeston, MO 63801
Date/Time:
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Your support makes this possible. To learn more about our ongoing response and how you can help, visit the link in our bio. @bethennyfrankel @flewthecoop_ @kayebentley #StLouis #Missouri #TornadoRelief #DisasterResponse #GEM #BStrong
GEM BStrong teams remain on the ground in Missouri, delivering Family Necessity Kits and #BStrong Cash Cards to residents affected by the devastating tornado that tore through the St. Louis metro area.
With peak winds reaching 152 mph and a path nearly a mile wide, the tornado tracked over 23 miles, crossing into Illinois and leaving a trail of destruction. The storm claimed five lives, injured 38 people, and damaged over 5,000 structures—causing an estimated $1.6 billion in property loss.
Our efforts continue throughout the hardest-hit neighborhoods. And on Wednesday, May 28, GEM BStrong will also be providing resources at the Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) for storm-impacted residents in Scott County.
Location:
Old Bethel Baptist Church
180 County Road 449
Sikeston, MO 63801
Date/Time:
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Your support makes this possible. To learn more about our ongoing response and how you can help, visit the link in our bio. @bethennyfrankel @flewthecoop_ @kayebentley #StLouis #Missouri #TornadoRelief #DisasterResponse #GEM #BStrong
GEM BStrong teams are on the ground in Kentucky, delivering life-saving supplies to families devastated by the recent deadly tornadoes. With an additional truckload of aid and response teams now en route to St. Louis, Missouri, our mission continues to expand as the full scale of destruction comes into focus—countless homes lost and lives tragically cut short.
Thanks to your ongoing support, GEM Bstrong remains prepositioned and ready to respond immediately with our essential Family Necessity Kits—bringing hope and relief when it’s needed most.
In Kentucky, we’ve partnered with Faith Assembly of God Church to establish a disaster relief distribution center:
Faith Assembly of God Church
390 Faith Assembly Church Rd.
London, KY 40741
Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. through Sunday, May 25th
Stay tuned—tomorrow we’ll share updates from our St. Louis deployment and aid distributions.
Click the link in our bio to learn more or support our ongoing mission. #GEM #Bstrong @bethennyfrankel #tornadoes #disaster #relief #kentucky #stlouis #missouri @flewthecoop_
GEM BStrong teams are on the ground in Kentucky, delivering life-saving supplies to families devastated by the recent deadly tornadoes. With an additional truckload of aid and response teams now en route to St. Louis, Missouri, our mission continues to expand as the full scale of destruction comes into focus—countless homes lost and lives tragically cut short.
Thanks to your ongoing support, GEM Bstrong remains prepositioned and ready to respond immediately with our essential Family Necessity Kits—bringing hope and relief when it’s needed most.
In Kentucky, we’ve partnered with Faith Assembly of God Church to establish a disaster relief distribution center:
Faith Assembly of God Church
390 Faith Assembly Church Rd.
London, KY 40741
Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. through Sunday, May 25th
Stay tuned—tomorrow we’ll share updates from our St. Louis deployment and aid distributions.
Click the link in our bio to learn more or support our ongoing mission. #GEM #Bstrong @bethennyfrankel #tornadoes #disaster #relief #kentucky #stlouis #missouri @flewthecoop_
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM USA West) has been supporting Los Angeles County residents this week from the MARC distribution site in Altadena, California. We have been able to support over 400 households daily with food, water, children’s supplies, air purifiers, cleaning supplies, and other important items. Thanks to our generous partners, such as @goyafoods, @bombas, #Ecolab and more, we have been able to support over 7,400 LA residents this week who were affected by January’s wildfires. GEM continues aid distribution support throughout Los Angeles County, and has positioned itself to be able to do so for the long-term. To learn more and how you can help, please visit the link in our bio section above. #lafires #la #altadena #wildfires
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM USA West) has been supporting Los Angeles County residents this week from the MARC distribution site in Altadena, California. We have been able to support over 400 households daily with food, water, children’s supplies, air purifiers, cleaning supplies, and other important items. Thanks to our generous partners, such as @goyafoods, @bombas, #Ecolab and more, we have been able to support over 7,400 LA residents this week who were affected by January’s wildfires. GEM continues aid distribution support throughout Los Angeles County, and has positioned itself to be able to do so for the long-term. To learn more and how you can help, please visit the link in our bio section above. #lafires #la #altadena #wildfires
A deeper look at our impact in #lahaina Hawaii with our Ohana program. Endless gratitude to our partners @stableroadfoundation & @mauibrewingco. #bstrong #mauifires #hope #hawaii
A deeper look at our impact in #lahaina Hawaii with our Ohana program. Endless gratitude to our partners @stableroadfoundation & @mauibrewingco. #bstrong #mauifires #hope #hawaii
🌺 **A New Beginning for Lahaina Families** 🌺
This week we got to see some beautiful impact of our combined efforts for Maui fire survivors. GEM in partnership with @stableroadfoundation & @mauibrewingco came together to deliver hope and housing — donating 7 fully furnished ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) to families who lost everything in the Lahaina wildfires.
🙏 A special mahalo to Castleblock for donating one of the units and to Treecovery for providing native Hawaiian trees and beautiful landscaping that now surrounds these homes.
🏠 Each unit was placed directly on the family’s own property — giving them a safe, stable, and fully livable space to call home while they begin the long process of rebuilding. Helping families return to their land is not just healing — it’s a long-term, cost-effective housing solution that supports true recovery.
Together, we are rebuilding lives — one family, one home at a time.
#LahainaStrong #MauiWildfires #RebuildMaui
@globalempowermentmission @treecoverylahaina @countyofmaui @jefferies #bstrong
🌺 **A New Beginning for Lahaina Families** 🌺
This week we got to see some beautiful impact of our combined efforts for Maui fire survivors. GEM in partnership with @stableroadfoundation & @mauibrewingco came together to deliver hope and housing — donating 7 fully furnished ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) to families who lost everything in the Lahaina wildfires.
🙏 A special mahalo to Castleblock for donating one of the units and to Treecovery for providing native Hawaiian trees and beautiful landscaping that now surrounds these homes.
🏠 Each unit was placed directly on the family’s own property — giving them a safe, stable, and fully livable space to call home while they begin the long process of rebuilding. Helping families return to their land is not just healing — it’s a long-term, cost-effective housing solution that supports true recovery.
Together, we are rebuilding lives — one family, one home at a time.
#LahainaStrong #MauiWildfires #RebuildMaui
@globalempowermentmission @treecoverylahaina @countyofmaui @jefferies #bstrong
Today, our GEM Asia team @globalempowermentmissionasia reached Innwa (Ava)—a once-majestic royal capital just outside Mandalay—where the echoes of history now stand alongside the heartbreak of the devastation caused by the recent earthquake.
The earthquake left 75% of Innwa’s treasured landmarks in ruins. Yet even amid the rubble, the spirit of this resilient community endures.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors and volunteers, GEM Asia distributed humanitarian aid to hundreds — offering not just vital nourishment, but a powerful reminder: You are not forgotten. You are not alone. To learn more and how you can help, please visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/myanmar-thailand-earthquake/
#GEM #bstrong #DisasterRelief #Myanmar #earthquake #rescilience #humanitarian #crisis #Asia
Today, our GEM Asia team @globalempowermentmissionasia reached Innwa (Ava)—a once-majestic royal capital just outside Mandalay—where the echoes of history now stand alongside the heartbreak of the devastation caused by the recent earthquake.
The earthquake left 75% of Innwa’s treasured landmarks in ruins. Yet even amid the rubble, the spirit of this resilient community endures.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors and volunteers, GEM Asia distributed humanitarian aid to hundreds — offering not just vital nourishment, but a powerful reminder: You are not forgotten. You are not alone. To learn more and how you can help, please visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org/mission/myanmar-thailand-earthquake/
#GEM #bstrong #DisasterRelief #Myanmar #earthquake #rescilience #humanitarian #crisis #Asia
Yesterday was a powerful reminder of what community means. At the Cohasset Community’s Annual Chili Cook-off, our GEM USA West team stood alongside families still healing from the Park Fire — offering support, compassion, and a promise that they are not forgotten. We are deeply grateful to our partners — @teamrubicon, #ButteCountyDevelopmentServices, #StVincentdePaul, #TzuChi, and #NVCSSDisasterServices — for joining us in bringing hope to those who need it most. Together, we are stronger. Together, we rise. To learn more and how you can help, please visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org #GEM #bstrong #California #ParkFire #Wildfires #CommunityEngagement #humanitarianrelief #Empowerment
Yesterday was a powerful reminder of what community means. At the Cohasset Community’s Annual Chili Cook-off, our GEM USA West team stood alongside families still healing from the Park Fire — offering support, compassion, and a promise that they are not forgotten. We are deeply grateful to our partners — @teamrubicon, #ButteCountyDevelopmentServices, #StVincentdePaul, #TzuChi, and #NVCSSDisasterServices — for joining us in bringing hope to those who need it most. Together, we are stronger. Together, we rise. To learn more and how you can help, please visit: https://www.globalempowermentmission.org #GEM #bstrong #California #ParkFire #Wildfires #CommunityEngagement #humanitarianrelief #Empowerment
From Ashes, We Rise — Together
On January 8, 2025, wildfire tore through Southern California, leaving behind scorched earth, shattered homes, and families clinging to hope with nothing left but the clothes on their backs. But today, something extraordinary has taken root.
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), in partnership with Team Rubicon @teamrubicon, CalOES @cal_oes, and Los Angeles County @countyofla has opened a 340,000 sq. ft. recovery warehouse — a beacon of hope built for the brave families who lost everything, and a powerful symbol that healing is possible.
This is more than just a building.
It’s where donations become warm beds for children who’ve been sleeping on floors. Where volunteers pack not just boxes, but compassion and dignity. Where survivors hear, maybe for the first time, “You’re not alone. We’re here for you.”
And now, we’re calling on you to join us — because recovery takes a village, and every village needs its heartbeat.
Here’s what we need to keep that heartbeat strong:
MUSCLE – Volunteers and hands willing to help and serve.
FUNDING – To keep trucks moving, shelves stocked, and doors open.
MATERIAL – The goods that help families feel like a family again.
👉 Every dollar, every item, every effort matters.
There are still mothers who haven’t been able to cook a meal for their children. Father’s sleeping in cars, wondering what comes next. Children dreaming of a bed they can call their own again. Let’s be the answer to their prayers. Let’s be their sign of hope.
If you’re an NGO needing support: [email protected]
If you’re a donor, this is your moment to make real, lasting impact.
Recovery isn’t just a moment. It’s a movement. And it starts with you.
Join us.
Help California heal.
Help empower families to rise up.
Help hope return home. To learn more and how you can help, please visit the link in our bio section above.
#HelpCaliforniaHeal #GEMmissions #TeamRubicon #WildfireRecovery #WarehouseOfHope #Community #Collaboration #UnitedInRecovery #GEM #bstrong #RebuildHope #GiveBack #NonprofitPower #CalOES #LACounty #AltadenaStrong #LAstrong #TogetherWeRise #gemusawest
From Ashes, We Rise — Together
On January 8, 2025, wildfire tore through Southern California, leaving behind scorched earth, shattered homes, and families clinging to hope with nothing left but the clothes on their backs. But today, something extraordinary has taken root.
Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), in partnership with Team Rubicon @teamrubicon, CalOES @cal_oes, and Los Angeles County @countyofla has opened a 340,000 sq. ft. recovery warehouse — a beacon of hope built for the brave families who lost everything, and a powerful symbol that healing is possible.
This is more than just a building.
It’s where donations become warm beds for children who’ve been sleeping on floors. Where volunteers pack not just boxes, but compassion and dignity. Where survivors hear, maybe for the first time, “You’re not alone. We’re here for you.”
And now, we’re calling on you to join us — because recovery takes a village, and every village needs its heartbeat.
Here’s what we need to keep that heartbeat strong:
MUSCLE – Volunteers and hands willing to help and serve.
FUNDING – To keep trucks moving, shelves stocked, and doors open.
MATERIAL – The goods that help families feel like a family again.
👉 Every dollar, every item, every effort matters.
There are still mothers who haven’t been able to cook a meal for their children. Father’s sleeping in cars, wondering what comes next. Children dreaming of a bed they can call their own again. Let’s be the answer to their prayers. Let’s be their sign of hope.
If you’re an NGO needing support: [email protected]
If you’re a donor, this is your moment to make real, lasting impact.
Recovery isn’t just a moment. It’s a movement. And it starts with you.
Join us.
Help California heal.
Help empower families to rise up.
Help hope return home. To learn more and how you can help, please visit the link in our bio section above.
#HelpCaliforniaHeal #GEMmissions #TeamRubicon #WildfireRecovery #WarehouseOfHope #Community #Collaboration #UnitedInRecovery #GEM #bstrong #RebuildHope #GiveBack #NonprofitPower #CalOES #LACounty #AltadenaStrong #LAstrong #TogetherWeRise #gemusawest
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