Disaster Response
Philanthropy's Response to Texas Floods
Resources to Guide Philanthropic Response
Overview
Extreme rainfall in central Texas led to unprecedented, catastrophic flooding. At least 90 people have died and rescuers are still working to find dozens of missing people. Flash flood warnings are still in effect for parts of central Texas and a Major Disaster Declaration has been announced.
As updates about the impact of this flood are known and opportunities to support long-term recovery become available, this page will be regularly updated with more resources and information.
Resources
- Council on Foundations' Disaster Grantmaking | Foundations can access our Disaster Grantmaking Resources to understand how to effectively respond to a disaster.
Response Funds
- Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy | Disaster Recovery Fund
Partners
- The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is the Council's recommended partner for those needing support in mobilizing a philanthropic response to disasters.
- FEMA is a critical federal partner of the Council that often relies on community foundations and place-based funders before, during, and after a disaster hits. Visit FEMA'S Texas Flooding page to apply for assistance or for additional news and information.
Disaster Grantmaking
