Urgent Help Needed for Flood Victims in Brazil

**Emergency Relief Fund for Flood Victims in Brazil**

Hello everyone,

I'm reaching out to you today with an urgent appeal for help. My home state in Brazil has been devastated by floods, leaving countless families homeless and in urgent need of assistance. If you haven't already seen the news, the situation is dire, with people losing their homes, lives tragically lost, and many injured since Friday.

[Link to BBC article for more information: [BBC Article]](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0w03627kq4o.amp)

The government is mobilizing people to provide financial aid for the purchase of mattresses, food, and other essentials to support those affected. However, the scale of this disaster means that substantial financial support is crucial.

I'm launching this fundraiser to rally support from my international network. Unfortunately, the mayor of Porto Alegre and the government are unable to accept international transfers directly, which is why I'll be coordinating the transfer of funds through this account before sending them directly to the government of Rio Grande do Sul Brazil.

You can access here for information about the floodings and money contributions: https://www.instagram.com/governo_rs?igsh=cDlxODR4Z2V3eHQ2

I have personal connections with friends and loved ones who have lost everything in this tragedy. Your contribution, no matter how small—even if it's just 5 pounds—can make a significant difference in Brazilian Reais.

Rest assured, I am committed to transparency. I will provide a detailed financial report of all donations received and how they have been transferred directly to the government of my state.

Please join me in offering a lifeline to those in desperate need. Your generosity will directly impact lives and help rebuild communities in the wake of this devastating event.

Thank you for your kindness and support.

ABOUT ME:

My name is Michelle and I am a public policy professional that is always trying to help social causes in Brazil! I live in London and currently work with gender policy but also do influencing about politics on social media on @michellemperino on Instagram :)