Over the Fourth of July weekend, Central Texas—especially Kerr County and the Guadalupe River basin—was hit by a devastating flash flood, triggered by an intense storm system enhanced by remnants of Tropical Storm Barry. In under an hour, water levels surged as much as 26 to 29 feet, claiming over 100 lives.
Communities in Hunt, Kerrville, Ingram, Comfort, Center Point, and beyond have been deeply impacted. Camp Mystic, a summer camp, was among the hardest hit, with at least 27 campers and counselors killed and more still unaccounted for.
🆘 How You Can Help
Financial donations are much more useful than physical items, helping rescue and recovery agencies buy exactly what’s needed when they need it. Here are trusted avenues for supporting relief efforts:
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Kerr County Flood Relief Fund (via Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country) Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
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American Red Cross American Red Cross
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Salvation Army (Kerrville) Salvation Army Kerrville
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Catholic Charities of San Antonio
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World Central Kitchen WCK.org
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Mercy Chefs Mercy Chefs
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TEXSAR https://www.texsar.org/
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Texas Firewalkers Texas Firewalkers
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Austin Pets Alive! & Kerrville Pets Alive! (for displaced animals) AustinPetsAlive.org
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GoFundMe Central Texas Floods Hub (verified campaigns) a list of verified fundraisers
- Design It Yourself Gift Baskets (verified campaign) https://www.designityourselfgiftbaskets.com/page–SUPPORT-TEXAS–ste_hill_country_flooding_help
Let’s Rally Together
From large nonprofits to grassroots responders, every effort helps—especially donor dollars. Whether you’re ordering a celebratory gift basket or sending funds directly, your contribution makes a real difference.
Please donate responsibly and securely, and avoid unverified accounts. If you’re nearby and want to volunteer or drop off supplies, coordinate through credible organizations like Salvation Army or local church efforts.
Bottom Line
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What happened? Flash floods July 4–7, driven by 20+ in. of rain, caused tragedy in the Texas Hill Country
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What’s needed most? Financial support to official relief funds and agencies
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How you can help today: Donate via links above or support Kerr County through Design It Yourself Gift Baskets—where 15% of each order goes directly to flood relief
Thank you for standing with Central Texas as it begins the long journey toward recovery. Together, that’s what community looks like.
