How One Leader Focuses on Strengths for Better Disaster Relief

Internet personality, actor, and model Juanpa Zurita reflects on sharing his creativity and Latino heritage with the world, the impact he’s been able to make beyond entertainment, and his message for others looking to break into the industry.

Long-term recovery remains significantly underfunded despite its critical role in building resilient communities. Philanthropy can play a vital role in addressing these gaps.

When a hurricane, flood, or wildfire hits, the danger doesn't end when the storm passes. Families are separated, hospitals lose power, and entire communities go dark. Across the earthquakes in Venezuela, the wildfires in Spokane, and Hurricane Helene, the same principle emerged: How fast communities recover comes down to one important thing — connection.