HOUSTON – In the wake of massive, deadly flooding in the Texas Hill Country, the Texans plan to donate $500,000 to benefit those impacted by the catastrophe.
The money from the AFC South club will provide resources for communities hit hard by flooding that cost several people their lives. At least 27 people are dead, according to law enforcement officials in Kerr County, as a search-and-rescue mission for missing girls from a summer camp remains active.
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The McNair family, including Cal McNair, Hannah McNair and Janice McNair, issued the following statement about this dire situation. The city of Kerrville issued a disaster declaration, according to KSAT, KPRC 2’s sister station.
“We are heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured,” the statement said. “We are especially devasted to hear about the children who are missing and we are praying they are reunited with their families soon. Our hearts will remain with everyone affected and, in addition to our donation, we will continue to support the search, rescue and recovery efforts in the coming weeks.”
The Dallas Cowboys and the National Football League also are donating $500,000 apiece for a total of $1.5 million to benefit the communicates affected by this weather event.
“The National Football League’s two Texas-based teams -- the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans -- are uniting with the NFL Foundation to support the victims’ families and survivors of the heartbreaking floods in central Texas,” the NFL said in a statement Sunday afternoon. “Together, they will contribute $1.5 million to provide both immediate assistance and long-term resources to those most impacted by the catastrophic flooding.”
The Houston Texans are committing $500,000 to provide support and resources to those impacted by the devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country communities. pic.twitter.com/FYwACkMC23
— Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) July 5, 2025
Emergency crews are searching for missing campers after the catastrophic floods that hit Camp Mystic, a private Christian girls camp in Kerry County.
Among the dead, according to Kerr County officials: nine children. Destructive, fast-moving waters alongside the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in just 45 minutes early Friday morning as the rising tide washed away homes and cars. Flash flood warnings are still in effect.
“To the parents out there who are watching and are unsure — but especially to those who received a call from Camp Mystic letting you know your daughter is not accounted for — I want all of you to know we will do everything humanly possible, 24/7,” Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said during a press conference. “Looking at every tree, turning over every rock, whatever it takes. If your child is one of those truly missing and not just out of touch, we will do everything we can to find your daughter. Make no mistake. We will do everything possible.”
Houston firefighters and emergency first responders are providing assistance to Kerr County residents and officials, traveling to the affected areas to pitch in during this time of need in the Texas Hill Country.
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and his mother, Kimberly, lead the C.J. Stroud Foundation. They expressed support for those affected by the flooding.
“We are deeply saddened by all the devastation caused by the floods in Kerr County, and the Hill Country communities” the foundation said in a statement. “Our hearts are with the families affected. We pray for strength, hope and healing.”
The Cowboys announced Sunday that they are also donating $500,000 to assist those impacted in Kerry County and the Texas Hill Country.
“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastation and loss of life caused by the floods in Kerry County and Texas Hill Country, especially for the young girls and their families, as well as all of those lost and their loved ones,” the NFC East franchise said in a statement. “This has been devastating to see and we hold everyone impacted in our thoughts and prayers. Standing side by side with The Salvation Army’s critical response, we are also donating $500,000 to provide immediate resources for rescue, relief and long-term recovery efforts.”
Aaron Wilson is a Texans and NFL reporter for KPRC 2 and click2houston.com
