Venezuelan Association in Missouri

A nonprofit organization

The Venezuelan Association in Missouri (AVMO) was established on May 4, 2001 by group of Venezuelan nationals who came to Missouri, USA to start begin a new chapter in their lives. The idea was introduced by the first president of the society, Francyne Pereira.  Carlos Alarcon then registered the organization within Missouri, and soon the board of directors were added.  The original board of directors included: Octavio Pino (VP), Juan Carlos Luna (Treasurer), Arianny Bergolla (Secretary), and Alex Pereira (Director).

Each year since then we have been able to help countless members our community with service projects, food drives, clothing drives and much more. We have also awarded dozens of educational scholarships to students furthering their education. Each year we have arranged for donation boxes each year to be sent to Venezuela. To help those in need with household items, personal items, health related items, and even gifts for the children during Christmas time. 

Since 2001, our AVMO family has grown immensely but our mission remains the same. To help our community and spread the Venezuelan culture to as many as we can. Thank you to all of our donors, sponsors, members, volunteers, and supporters. Without you, none of this would be possible. We are looking forward to the amazing things we have planned for the year ahead. 

Mission

Our Mission includes supporting education scholarships for Hispanic/Latino students, promoting Venezuela’s vibrant culture by providing social, educational and sports activities, giving back to the community, and to serve as a means of support for Venezuelans that have immigrated to Missouri.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Venezuelan Association in Missouri

Tax id (EIN)

81-0568304

Mission/Purpose

Humanitarian Aid/Disaster Relief, Community Improvement/Economic Development, Education, Education - Early Childhood, Education - K-12, Education - Higher Ed, Employment & Workforce Development, Environment, History/Preservation, Arts & Culture - Theaters, Human Rights, Civil Rights, Advocacy, International, Public Safety, Social Justice, Sports, Parks & Recreation, STEM, Other, Arts & Culture - Museums, Arts & Culture, Arts & Culture - Music

Operating Budget

Mini: $0-$50,000

Service Area

St Charles County, St Louis City, St Louis County

Audiences Served

Men, Women, Veterans, Older Adults, Military, LGBTQIA+, Immigrants, Refugees, Foreign-Born Populations, People with Disabilities, First Responders, Children, Youth, Families, Teens, General Public, BILPOC

BILPOC Leadership

BILPOC Leadership

Address

PO BOX 50024
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63105