Central Texas, particularly the Hill Country, has been hit by devastating flash flooding since the start of the July 4th weekend. The Guadalupe River basin in Kerr County experienced an unprecedented surge after heavy rainfall, causing destruction across communities and a death toll exceeding 130, including many children.
As rescue and recovery efforts continue, the scale of the damage is becoming clear: widespread infrastructure collapse, power and communication outages, and immense personal loss. Federal, state, and local agencies are continuing to respond, along with other organizations that are assisting with community needs.
State and local officials are encouraging financial donations to trusted organizations that are meeting needs on the ground. Unsolicited on-site volunteers are discouraged to avoid impeding professional operations.
NGOs Assisting with Relief Efforts
- American Red Cross
- Convoy of Hope
- Mercy Chefs
- Operation BBQ Relief
- Team Rubicon
- Texas Search and Rescue
- The Salvation Army
- United Ways of Texas
- World Central Kitchen
This page will provide up-to-date guidance and resources to help the business community effectively contribute to response efforts. For any questions, please contact resilience@uschamber.com.
Corporate Aid Tracker
Our team is tracking the corporate response. View our aid tracker.
Share How Your Company is Responding
If your company is supporting the response, please share your efforts through this form.
Resources for Small Businesses
The U.S. Chamber Foundation has several resources to help small business owners recover from disasters and prepare for the next crisis. Visit our Small Business Resilience Hub to learn more.
