Philanthropy's Response to Texas Floods

Overview

Extreme rainfall in central Texas led to unprecedented, catastrophic flooding. At least 120 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

• Communities Foundations of Texas | Support for Central Texas Flood Relief
• Council on Foundations' Disaster Grantmaking 

Response Funds

• Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
• Dallas Foundation | Hanna and Rebecca Lawrence Charitable Fund, More Like Wynne
• Onestar Foundation | Central Texas Flood Recovery Fund
• San Angelo Area Foundation | San Angelo Disaster 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.