Marriott Business Councils Mobilize “An Army of Goodness” to Support Communities Impacted by Venezuela Earthquakes

When disaster strikes, Marriott International associates around the world come together to serve our world and support those in need, demonstrating the power of service that defines the company's culture. In response to the recent earthquakes impacting the people of Venezuela, Marriott's Business Councils - Marriott's regional networks of General Managers and associates - and philanthropic partners have mobilized quickly acting as "an army of goodness" to deliver meaningful humanitarian assistance to those affected on the ground.

A Collective Effort in Motion

Across Florida, hotels in the Marriott International portfolio have come together to collect essential relief supplies for the people of Venezuela. Associates gathered over 55 pallets of goods, including food, hygiene products, and other critical items, which were donated to support individuals and families in need.

This effort has been made possible through close collaboration across teams on the ground and Marriott's incredible community and business partners:

• Marriott's Florida Business Council coordinated collection efforts across properties in Tampa, Orlando, and South Florida.
• Crown Linen provided transportation support, using company trucks to consolidate and move donations to Doral, Florida.
• Nonprofit Global Empowerment Mission is facilitating final delivery, helping supplies reach communities impacted across Venezuela.

In Caracas, Marriott's franchised hotels are also supporting relief operations on the ground. The Renaissance Caracas La Castellana Hotel has partnered with World Central Kitchen to serve as a home base for WCK teams as they coordinate and deliver meals to those impacted.

Marriott hotels and Business Councils throughout the Caribbean and Latin America are also supporting relief efforts, from assembling aid kits and collecting supplies to holding local fundraisers in markets across Peru, Colombia, Panama, El Salvador, Honduras, Dominican Republic, and Barbados.

Together, our associates have created a network of support, demonstrating the impact that coordinated, community-led action can have in times of crisis.

Supporting Communities Through the Marriott Disaster Relief Fund

In addition to grassroots associate action, Marriott International is supporting relief efforts through its Marriott Disaster Relief Fund (MDRF), helping both associates and their communities:

• Company Support: Marriott has donated to UNICEF* and World Central Kitchen (WCK) to help fund their local relief efforts.
• Associate Support: In partnership with its Caribbean and Latin America team and hotel ownership, the MDRF is providing assistance to Venezuelan franchise associates who have lost homes or suffered home damage as a result of the earthquakes.

Mobilizing Through Marriott Bonvoy

Beyond our collective on-the-ground efforts, Marriott is also engaging its global community of travelers to support disaster relief through Marriott Bonvoy.

Members can donate their points to UNICEF and World Central Kitchen to help them provide critical resources such as food, clean water, and emergency assistance to those impacted. To further amplify these contributions, Marriott is offering a points match - up to 25 million points - through September 30, helping extend the reach and impact of member generosity.

Members can learn more and contribute through Marriott's disaster relief platform below:

By connecting the power of its loyalty program with philanthropic partners, Marriott enables guests and members around the world to play a role in supporting recovery efforts.

A Culture of Service in Action Around the World

From collecting donations and coordinating logistics to supporting nonprofit partners and assisting impacted associates, Marriott's 116+ Business Councils worldwide reflect the strength of our global network of compassionate associates and their enduring commitment to Serve Our World.

* UNICEF does not endorse any brand, company, product or service.