Gold Reserve Ltd. has initiated the distribution of funds from its declared US$1 million earthquake relief pledge to assist organizations in Venezuela. The three selected groups include Samaritan’s Purse, Catholic Relief Services, and World Vision, which were chosen in conjunction with the U.S. Embassy in Caracas and the U.S. The company's stock market tickers are TSX-V: GRZ, BSX: GRZ.BH, and OTCQX: GDRZF.