After a devastating weekend of flooding along the Guadalupe River, folks in Central Texas are coming together to support those affected by the downpour.
The Hill Country lies in an area of the country known as “Flash Flood Alley,” which is the flash flood capital of the US. An estimated 100 billion gallons of rainwater fell during the Fourth of July downpours in Kerr County, and some areas of the Hill Country received upwards of 20 inches of rain over the holiday weekend.
If you’d like to support recovery efforts, consider looking to these organizers.
Donate money
Arcadia Live Kerrville | This organization is seeking to raise $800,000 to repair the Kerrville community.
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | This 501(c)(3) organization is collecting funds for relief and recovery efforts in Kerr County.
I Slay You Slay | A donation of $10 funds a full toiletry kit for impacted people.
Hands Off! Central Texas | Funding will go toward housing, food, and medical supplies to residents of affected counties.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar | The restaurant will donate 100% of profits on Wednesday, July 9 to Texas Search and Rescue.
H-E-B Spirit of Giving Fund | Donations to this emergency relief fund can be given online, via mail, or through a curbside order.
Texas Search and Rescue | This fundraiser supports search and rescue efforts, as well as extended response.
World Central Kitchen | This nonprofit helps provide nutritious and comforting meals to those impacted by disasters.
Take a look at these verified GoFundMe campaigns as well.
Donate supplies
Austin Pets Alive! | Help animals impacted by fostering, donating supplies, facilitating intake, or driving to Kerr County for support.
The Brewtorium and The Austin Flea | Bring donations of non-perishable food, water, clothing, medical supplies, and pet items to the bar’s indoor drop box.
Commodore Perry Estate | Donate items like canned food, bottled water, clothing, cleaning supplies, and trash bags from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily.
Lucky Lab Coffee Co. - Dripping Springs | Help the local coffee shop gather cat + dog food, crates, leashes, cat litter, blankets, and more for displaced animals.
Round Mountain Baptist Church | This church is accepting donations and providing 24/7 support to those displaced by flooding.
Summit Worship Center Church | Donations of all kinds are open through Thursday, July 10 at this church on Anderson Mill.
Texas Children’s Austin | Drop off food, water, baby supplies, toys, books, blankets, and socks to this northwest Austin hospital.
Treaty Oak Distilling | The distillery is accepting supplies of all kinds, but provided a list of most-needed items to get you started.
This is not a complete list — drop us a line if there’s a fundraiser you would like to see added.
