Support Rebuilding Homes for Camila and Daniel's Families

Dear friends,

In the past week, the state of Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil), where is located my hometown, have been devastated by heavy rains, floods, and landslides. My parents, brother, and grandmother had to be rescued from their homes hastily by boats. The water completely invaded our houses, leaving a trail of destruction. My family lost everything they had inside the house, as well as their car, which besides being a personal vehicle, was my father's tool for work. The house is still standing, but it was severely damaged and will require extensive repair. My grandmother's house, on the other hand, is at risk of being completely lost, as it is completely submerged.

Additionally, I have several uncles and relatives who are also in the same situation, especially one of my uncles, who not only lost his home but also completely lost his commercial establishment, a grocery store from which he earned a living for his family.

Since I am currently living in the United States, I am unable to assist them in person, but I would very much like to help them start over. Especially my parents and my grandmother, who are elderly and retired, and can't afford to rebuild their homes. If I can reach the goal, I would like to extend the help to my other relatives and to as many people as I can.

I emphasize that in Brazil, houses do not have insurance against floods, just like my father's car did not have insurance.

I sincerely thank anyone who can contribute to the restart of my family in this very difficult time.

Camila Marinho and Daniel Seimetz.