About Us
Support the Cuban People is a non-political, Florida-based 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization focused on initiatives that support the Cuban people residing in Cuba through programming that provides humanitarian aid, promotes cultural exchange, fosters collaboration, and empowers Cuban artists and entrepreneurs.
Our History & Impact
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2019
• Organized a group of dedicated people to form the organization
• Launched The Cuba Project, which focuses on student engagement in Cuba, collecting oral histories of the Cuban people, and facilitating academic agreements between U.S. and Cuban institutions.
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2020
• Held our first Love & Art in Action auction and raised more that $30k in support of Carmen and Rey’s Cancer Kids at Haskell in Jacksonville, FL [link to Carmen & Rey’s Kids program page]
• Transported 200 pounds of food and medicine to Cuba in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic
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2021
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2022
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2023
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2024
• Held our second Love & Art in Action auction and raised more than $30k in support of Carmen and Rey’s Kids at Lisa G Interior Design in Jacksonville, FL
Our Board Members
Based throughout the United States, Canada, and Cuba, our Board of Directors are diverse individuals and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the Cuban People. We work together to fundraise, facilitate programs, and spread awareness of our mission.
Interested in joining our efforts? Be in touch!
Vanessa Harper
Co-Founder & Chair
Yeneir Vera
Vice Chair (Cuba & Canada)
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Katrin Casey
Vice Chair (USA)
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Jake Peek
Secretary
David Strickland
Treasurer
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Adianez Garcia
Board Member
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Robert Hudson
Board Member
Elizabeth Moscarillo
Board Member
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Alejandro Berroa
Co-Founder & Board Member
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Our Advisory Board
Our Advisory Board includes thoughtful individuals who offer guidance and help us out as needed as we navigate this complex work.
Ambassador John Caulfield, Chair
Gus ?
Martha Jones
Jon Elliston
Marilyn Ball
Angie Chin
Lara Wasner
Stand With the Cuban People – Make a Difference Today
Your donation helps provide essential resources, support community programs, and uplift lives across Cuba. Every contribution—no matter the size—directly empowers the Cuban people with hope, opportunity, and dignity.
