Marc Anthony, Chayanne and More to Play Benefit Concert for Venezuela and Colombia Earthquake Relief

A star-studded benefit concert featuring prominent Latin music artists is set to take place in Miami, aiming to raise funds for communities devastated by recent earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia. The event, titled “Unidos por Los Nuestros” (United for Our Own), will be livestreamed and broadcast through multiple platforms on Sunday evening, with proceeds directed towards relief and reconstruction efforts.

The concert has expanded its scope following seismic events affecting both countries. Initially organized to support Venezuela after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck the northern region on June 24, the event incorporated Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude quake hit its western territory on the following Monday. The disasters have caused widespread destruction, claiming thousands of lives and leaving many missing.

Venezuela faces an ongoing humanitarian crisis worsened by the earthquakes, with tens of thousands displaced and in need of shelter, sanitation, clean water, and medical care. Recovery is complicated by limited official aid and fading international attention. Colombian authorities are still assessing the full impact, with hundreds confirmed dead and thousands unaccounted for amid widespread damage, particularly in cities like Cali.

The Miami concert will gather a diverse lineup of Latin artists across genres ranging from salsa and reggaeton to pop. Headliners such as Marc Anthony, Luis Fonsi, and Chayanne will share the stage with other acts including Feid, Jay Wheeler, Gente de Zona, Gilberto Santa Rosa, and Olga Tañón. This assembly of performers represents various Latin American countries, underscoring a regional solidarity.

Organizers have partnered with several humanitarian groups to ensure that funds are efficiently channeled to affected communities. Proceeds will benefit organizations such as All Hands and Hearts, CARE, Global Empowerment Mission, Techo, and World Central Kitchen. The Maestro Cares Foundation, founded by Anthony, will oversee the distribution of donations alongside the Univision Foundation.

Viewers will be able to contribute during the live broadcast through multiple means, including QR codes, text messaging, and online portals. The event will be accessible on Univision, ViX, WAPA, and TelevisaUnivision radio, as well as digital platforms targeting Latin American audiences both in the U.S. and abroad.

The inclusion of Colombian artists such as Feid, who has been actively promoting aid initiatives on social media, highlights the personal stakes for many performers connected to the region. Latin music’s deep cultural ties with cities like Cali, a renowned salsa hub, further emphasize the community-oriented essence of this endeavor.

Beyond the concert, other musicians are mobilizing support independently. Venezuelan band Rawayana established a foundation to assist youth affected by the disaster, while Colombian stars like Shakira, Karol G, and J. Balvin have publicly advocated for relief efforts. International support has also emerged, with Metallica’s charitable arm donating to Venezuelan relief through Direct Relief.

An additional benefit concert hosted by Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel is scheduled for late August at Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl. This event will feature notable artists like Beck, Natalia Lafourcade, and Carlos Vives, aiming to contribute further to recovery programs managed by the United Nations Development Programme and the CAF Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean.

These coordinated efforts underscore a growing movement within the Latin music community to leverage their influence and resources for humanitarian causes. The benefit concert on Sunday represents a significant moment of collective action, yet the sustained nature of the crisis means that ongoing support will be critical.

While the immediate impact of fundraising remains to be seen, this initiative could enhance the visibility of Latin American artists as socially engaged figures. It may also influence their touring schedules and public engagements as they balance entertainment with advocacy. Furthermore, such events help reinforce fan connections by highlighting shared cultural and regional bonds in times of crisis.

Uncertainties remain regarding the full extent of earthquake damage and the long-term needs of affected populations. The ability of relief organizations to deploy resources effectively will be pivotal, as will continued awareness from the global community. The concert’s success in raising funds and maintaining public attention could serve as a model for future artist-led humanitarian responses.