photo via - Reuters/Marco Bello

Torrential rains over the Fourth of July holiday caused catastrophic flooding in Texas Hill Country, devastating communities like Kerrville, Ingram, and Hunt. Homes were swept away, lives were lost — including children — and recovery efforts are just beginning.

If you want to help, here are trusted ways to donate:

Kerr County Flood Relief Fund

Run by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, this fund supports survivors, first responders, and long-term rebuilding in the region.

American Red Cross

Offering shelters, meals, and emergency relief. Donate at redcross.org or text REDCROSS to 90999.