Kerrville, Texas, August 22, 2025
News Summary
In response to the devastating floods in Kerr County, Texas has announced a $40 million housing fund to assist affected families. The fund aims to provide temporary housing, home repairs, and rebuilding support, coordinated through local nonprofits. This contribution follows over $16 million already distributed in early recovery efforts, addressing the immediate needs of more than 700 families. The housing fund is part of a broader recovery approach focusing on housing, mental health, and economic resilience in the community.
Kerrville, Texas
Texas announces a $40 million housing fund to support victims of the Kerr County floods that struck during the July 4th weekend. The pledge was announced by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country in coordination with the state, establishing a dedicated housing fund to provide temporary housing, repairs, rebuilding assistance, and RV repair or replacement through local nonprofits and builders.
Key developments
The Community Foundation has already distributed more than $16 million in grants during the first 45 days of the recovery effort. Those grants reached more than 50 local nonprofit organizations and supported more than 700 families, over 200 small businesses, 17 volunteer fire departments, and two public school districts (Hunt and Ingram ISDs). Funded services have included temporary housing, groceries and food, vehicle replacement, funeral expenses, cleanup costs, and mental health counseling. A water system and a recovery center were established in Hunt, Texas, using foundation funds.
Scope of the new housing fund
The newly announced $40 million housing fund will focus on enabling temporary housing solutions, home repairs, and rebuilding through partnerships with local nonprofits and builders. It will also cover repairs and replacements of recreational vehicles used as housing. The foundation intends to focus the broader recovery on four categories: housing, mental health and well‑being, economic recovery and quality of life, and long‑term recovery needs.
Funds raised and distribution
A dedicated Kerr County Flood Relief Fund was created immediately after the disaster and raised more than $30 million within a week. In total, more than $100 million has been raised since the July 4 floods, including the recent $40 million housing pledge and previous emergency fundraising and grant distributions.
Human toll and public safety context
The floods resulted in 118 confirmed fatalities, with victims ranging from 91 years old to infants aged one year. Two people remain missing: a 63‑year‑old adult from Lewisville and an eight‑year‑old child from Austin. The announcement of the housing fund coincides with ongoing advocacy by families affected by a separate youth‑camp tragedy; the Texas Senate has passed a camp safety bill aimed at improving disaster preparedness at youth camps in the state.
Phased recovery approach
The foundation outlined a phased approach to recovery funding:
- Phase one: Rebuilding homes and providing immediate housing supports.
- Phase two: Mental health services and direct support to survivors.
- Phase three: Economic recovery and quality‑of‑life improvements.
- Ongoing: Long‑term recovery needs and community resilience efforts.
How people can get help
Individuals and families affected by the floods are advised to seek assistance through local resources made available by the Community Foundation and partner organizations. Grants already distributed have funded immediate needs including temporary shelter, food, vehicle replacement, cleanup, funeral expenses, and counseling. Local nonprofits are being mobilized to process applications and coordinate rebuilding and repair work.
What officials say about response
State and local leaders emphasized the speed of the community and first responder response in aiding relief efforts. The large and rapid fundraising and early grantmaking by the Community Foundation and partners have been used to stabilize living situations, restore essential services, and enable early recovery operations across impacted areas of Kerr County.
FAQ
What is the new housing fund?
The new housing fund is a $40 million pledge from the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to assist Kerr County flood survivors with temporary housing, home repairs, rebuilding, and RV repair or replacement through local nonprofits and builders.
Who announced the fund?
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced the housing fund in coordination with Texas state leadership.
How much has already been distributed for recovery?
More than $16 million has been granted in the first 45 days of recovery to over 50 local nonprofits, supporting more than 700 families and other community needs.
How much has been raised overall?
More than $100 million has been raised since the July 4 floods, including more than $30 million raised within a week through the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
What are the human impacts recorded so far?
The floods resulted in 118 confirmed deaths. Two people remain missing: a 63-year-old adult and an eight-year-old child. Victims ranged in age from one year old to 91 years old.
How can survivors get assistance?
Survivors can seek help through local resources provided by the Community Foundation and partner organizations; these resources include housing assistance, food, cleanup support, and mental health services.
What are the recovery funding phases?
Phases include immediate rebuilding of homes, mental health and support services, economic recovery and quality of life improvements, and ongoing long-term recovery needs.
Key features of the recovery effort
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Housing fund pledge | $40 million for temporary housing, repairs, rebuilding, and RV repairs/replacements |
| Early grants | More than $16 million granted in the first 45 days to 50+ nonprofits |
| People and businesses helped | Over 700 families, 200+ small businesses, 17 volunteer fire departments, 2 school districts |
| Funds raised | More than $100 million raised total; >$30 million raised within a week |
| Fatalities and missing | 118 confirmed deaths; 2 people remain missing |
Recovery timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| July 4 weekend | Major flooding across Kerr County; widespread damage and fatalities | Disaster event |
| Within 1 week after July 4 weekend | Kerr County Flood Relief Fund raised more than $30 million | Foundation fundraising |
| First 45 days after disaster | More than $16 million granted to 50+ local nonprofits, aiding families and businesses | Foundation grant reports |
| Announcement date (current) | $40 million housing fund pledged by Community Foundation to aid rebuilding | Foundation announcement with state coordination |
| Ongoing | Phased recovery: housing, mental health, economic recovery, long‑term needs | Recovery plan |
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Additional Resources
- Fox 7 Austin: Greg Abbott Kerr County Flood Relief Funding
- Wikipedia: Flood
- Billboard: Band Together Texas Benefit Concert Flood Relief
- Google Search: Kerr County Flood Relief
- First Alert 7: Midland Rockhounds Moment of Silence for Flood Victims
- Google Scholar: Flood Recovery Efforts
- KBTX: Kerr County Flood Victims Promised $40M Reconstruction Funds
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas Floods
- Click2Houston: Gov. Greg Abbott Announces Long-Term Funding for Flood Victims
- Google News: Kerr County Flood Update
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