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How H-E-B, USAA and other companies/sports teams are helping Texas Hill Country communities after devastating floods

The NFL Foundation, Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans donate $1.5 million for Hill Country flood relief and recovery

After devastating floods hit the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, several companies have stepped up to support affected communities. (Copyright 2025 by KSAT - All rights reserved.)

After devastating floods swept through the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, several companies, including San Antonio-based H-E-B and USAA, have stepped up to support affected communities.

Businesses, sports franchises and many others have announced they would provide relief, resources and financial aid to the communities impacted by the Hill Country floods.

Read KSAT’s latest coverage of the Hill Country floods here.

The Kerr County area experienced an extraordinary rainfall event, with 10 to 12 inches of rain falling in just a few hours on July 4. The volume of water that poured down is estimated to be more than 100 billion gallons, a staggering amount that surpasses the daily flow over Niagara Falls.

More than 120 people have been killed statewide, with dozens of people still missing one week later.

Here is a list of organizations and companies that have responded to the Hill Country floods:

Businesses

Academy Sports + Outdoors

To aid in the recovery efforts following flash flooding across the Hill Country, which prompted the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality to issue a boil water notice for residents of Canyon Lake Shores, Academy Sports + Outdoors offered free cases of 24-count bottled water to the public at its Bulverde and New Braunfels locations on Tuesday, July 8.

Airbnb

Airbnb.org, the nonprofit organization from Airbnb, is providing free, emergency housing to people impacted by flooding in central Texas. Click here for more information.

AT&T

The company is contributing $200,000 to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country’s Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. It is also matching 100% of employee charitable contributions to the fund.

Bank of America

Bank of America has pledged $1 million, allocating $250,000 to the American Red Cross and another $250,000 to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.

DoorDash

DoorDash said it has committed $350,000 in relief to support families, first responders, Dashers and small businesses affected by the floods across the region.

Freddy’s

According to a press release, all Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers locations in Texas are teaming up with Convoy of Hope to support those impacted by the flood. From July 14 to July 31, guests will have the option to help donate by rounding up to the nearest dollar when ordering in-store and through the drive-thru window.

Frost Bank

Frost’s financial centers in the Hill Country will allocate a $500,000 grant from the Frost Bank Charitable Foundation to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund and other local flood relief initiatives.

Goodwill San Antonio

According to a press release, Goodwill San Antonio has collected over three tons of in-kind donations and will now open a Goodwill Donation Distribution Center to support those affected, as part of a coordinated response with the American Red Cross of Central and South Texas (ARC).

“This next phase of support builds on the incredible teamwork between Goodwill and the American Red Cross,” said Carlos Contreras, president and CEO of Goodwill San Antonio. “Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the disaster. We know the journey to recovery won’t be easy, but we’re here for the long haul—working hand in hand with our partners to help heal and rebuild our local community.”

The center will begin operations on Monday, July 21. However, normal hours of operation will be from Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The release said the distribution center is located at 827 Junction High and is currently not accepting donations, due to overwhelming support.

Once the center opens, it will offer free resources and donated items for those impacted, as well as volunteer opportunities for community members through the American Red Cross.

From July 10 to August 10, all Goodwills in San Antonio will dedicate proceeds to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund through their “Round Up” program.

H-E-B

In a Facebook post, the company said it is working closely with the Red Cross, local officials and first responders to support the needs of the community.

H-E-B also sent aid to support efforts in San Angelo.

In a later email, H-E-B announced it has committed $5 million to nonprofits providing aid and recovery support to communities most in need.

A video that a viewer sent to the KSAT newsroom showed a convoy of H-E-B trucks and trailers labeled “disaster relief” traveling toward Comfort.

“This is why we love H-E-B and the way they pour back into the community,” the viewer told KSAT.

Kerrville Mayor Herring Jr. said the San Antonio-based grocery store, which opened its first-ever location in Kerrville, is in the process of “setting up a mobile kitchen in Ingram.”

“When that kitchen is set up, it’ll be able to feed a lot of hungry people in the Hunt and Ingram area,” Herring said on Sunday afternoon.

The following statement was released by H-E-B on Saturday:

Our H-E-B Family is heartbroken by the enormous devastation and loss caused by the flooding in and around the Kerrville area. We are grateful to local authorities, first responders, and volunteers for their tireless efforts.

Kerrville, where our company was started, and the Hill Country have a special place in the heart of our H-E-B family. As part of our initial outreach there, we are working closely with the Red Cross, local officials, and first responders to support their needs. Additionally, we have sent aid to support efforts in San Angelo, Marble Falls, and other impacted areas.

Our teams are staying close to the hardest-hit areas, and we will continue to provide needed support as these tragic situations evolve.

We hold compassion and strength for everyone who has been impacted, and we remain committed to offer unwavering support to our communities.

Hopdoddy

Hopdoddy will contribute all profits from Wednesday, July 9, to Texas Search & Rescue.

James Avery

James Avery, a jewelry maker that originated in Kerrville, announced on Monday, July 7, that it is committing $1 million that will go to residents’ needs for “food, shelter, mental health care, and other critical needs,” according to its Facebook page.

The company also announced that 100% of proceeds from its “Deep in the Heart of Texas” charm will be donated to relief efforts in Kerrville and other flood-impacted areas of the Hill Country through Aug. 4.

On July 8, the jeweler also announced that the charm has since sold out. However, the company said it is taking backorders and are still committed to donating proceeds from charm sales to those impacted by the floods through Aug. 4.

Kendra Scott

In a Facebook post, Texas-based jeweler Kendra Scott said its foundation, The Kendra Scott Foundation, will donate to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

In addition, 100% of the proceeds from the sales of “Everlyne” bracelets will go to victims and their families.

The Kendra Scott Foundation is a component of the Austin Community Foundation,‌ a 501(c)(3) organization.‌

Lipton Hard Iced Tea

From now through Aug. 31, Lipton Hard Iced Tea will donate up to $30,000 in proceeds from 12-pack cases sold in Texas to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

“We believe in showing up for communities when they need it most,” said Lisa Texido, brand director at Lipton Hard Iced Tea, in a press release. “Since our brand launched in August of last year, Texas has shown us a lot of love. We’re proud to stand with this community and give back.”

McDonald’s

Participating McDonald’s locations in North, South and Central Texas will be hosting a “Texas Together” fundraiser on Tuesday, July 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to a press release, a portion of sales will go to the Salvation Army to aid in flood relief and recovery efforts.

Papa John’s

According to a press release, participating Papa John’s locations across the state of Texas will donate 100% of their profits to flood relief efforts in the Texas Hill Country on Tuesday, July 15.

San Antonio-area Papa John’s locations participating in the effort include:

  • 9091 Fair Oaks Parkway, Suite 207 in Boerne
  • 8455 Crestway Drive, Suite 111 in Converse
  • 1050 FM 306, Building B, Suite 106 in New Braunfels
  • 1187 West County Line Road, Suite 104 in New Braunfels
  • 2720 Loop 337, Suite 104 in New Braunfels
  • 2354 Northwest Military Highway in San Antonio
  • 7350 Tezel Road, Suite 101 in San Antonio
  • 15050 Jones Maltsberger Road, Suite 1 in San Antonio
  • 12642 Nacogdoches Road in San Antonio
  • 207 Valley Hi Drive, Suite 104 in San Antonio
  • 7870 Culebra Road in San Antonio
  • 1230 Austin Highway, Suite 100-B in San Antonio
  • 7946 Fredericksburg Road in San Antonio
  • 6378 Babcock Road, Building No. 2 in San Antonio
  • 6435 San Pedro Avenue in San Antonio
  • 2602 North Loop 1604 West, Suite 105 in San Antonio
  • 3111 TPC Parkway, Building A, Suite 118 in San Antonio
  • 9902 Potranco Road, Suite 116 in San Antonio
  • 9123 North Loop 1604 West, Suite 103 in San Antonio
  • 23503 Hardy Oak Boulevard, Suite 101 in San Antonio
  • 100 North Santa Rosa Street, Suite 126 in San Antonio
  • 11102 Toepperwein Road in San Antonio
  • 11823 Culebra Road, Suite 101 in San Antonio
  • 13762 Potranco Road, Suite 200 in San Antonio
  • 14048 Culebra Road, Suite 127 in San Antonio
  • 790 Roy Richard Drive, Suite A in Schertz

“At Papa John’s, community has always come first,” said Clark Mandigo III, President and COO, Pizza Venture of San Antonio. “In times of crisis, we’re reminded of the power of showing up when it matters most. Donating 100% of our profits is our way of giving back to the people who call the Texas Hill Country home. We’re proud to stand alongside our family, friends, and neighbors as we recover, rebuild, and come back stronger than ever.”

Pizza Hut

On Monday, July 28, Pizza Hut locations in Texas will donate 25% of their store sales to Texas flood victims.

According to a press release, the proceeds will go back to Texas Search and Rescue (TEXSAR), as well as the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.

“The Pizza Hut system, including our franchise partners, believes in the importance of supporting the communities we operate in,” the chain said. “And with Pizza Hut HQ operating right here in Texas, the impact of the Texas floods is close to home for many of us.”

Pluckers

In a Facebook post, Pluckers Wing Bar said it will donate 20% of sales on Monday, July 14, to Texas Search & Rescue.

P. Terry’s

The Austin-based burger chain, which has five locations in San Antonio, announced that 100% of its Thursday, July 10 profits at all 36 of its restaurants statewide will go toward supporting victims of last week’s floods in Texas.

Raising Cane’s

Raising Cane’s owner and founder, Todd Graves, is contributing $1 million to the American Red Cross to support relief efforts for communities throughout the state.

San Antonio Zoo

The zoo is announcing its “Zoo Cares: Together for Texans” campaign, running from Aug. 2 to Aug. 10.

According to a press release, all Texas residents with proof of ID will get daytime admission for $10.

Additionally, for every ticket sold and used, the San Antonio Zoo will donate one ticket to flood-affected families, first responders and volunteers.

“This will be more than just an ordinary visit to the Zoo; it’s an opportunity to give back and help fellow Texans,” said Tim Morrow, President and CEO of San Antonio Zoo.

Security Service Federal Credit Union

Security Service Federal Credit Union has pledged $500,000 to The Salvation Army for immediate disaster relief and long-term recovery initiatives.

Target

Target is donating $250,000 to support the Texas flood response. The donation will be distributed to local and national disaster relief organizations, according to a spokesperson.

Texas Roadhouse and Bubba’s 33

On Wednesday, July 9, Texas Roadhouse locations across Texas, along with Bubba’s 33 locations in Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Longview, Killeen, Lubbock, Tyler, Waco, Texarkana, and College Station, will contribute their day’s profits to support Kerr County.

Toyota

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has partnered with Toyota Financial Services (TFS), Gulf States Toyota (GST), Southeast Toyota (SET), Vic Vaughan Toyota of Boerne, and Toyota and Lexus dealers nationwide to provide a combined donation of more than $600,000 to support those impacted by the floods.

The group’s relief efforts included donations to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country’s Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, along with matching contributions, in-kind donations and volunteerism.

Twin Peaks

On Monday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 15, participating Twin Peaks locations in Texas will be donating a portion of their sales to flood relief efforts.

According to a press release, all donations will go towards the Kerr County Relief Fund, which assists local families, first responders and community-led recovery efforts.

USAA

USAA announced it has committed $500,000 in grants to help with search and recovery efforts and will activate employee volunteers to serve local communities.

“The destruction and loss we are seeing in Texas is heartbreaking, and our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected, especially the families of those who have lost loved ones and those who are still waiting to hear news,” USAA President and CEO Juan C. Andrade said in a news release. “We have been part of this community for more than 100 years and we will show up with action, compassion and a willingness to help our neighbors and our members recover and rebuild. We are grateful to first responders for their ongoing and tireless efforts.”

USAA has committed $500,000 across multiple organizations to respond to this event, including the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, Texas Search & Rescue, Red Cross and Salvation Army.

Verizon

Verizon has pledged $100,000 to aid Texas Search and Rescue, an organization of professionally trained volunteers that assists with essential search, rescue, and recovery missions across Texas.

Walmart, Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation

Walmart, Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation are committing up to $500,000 in grants and in-kind donations to support relief efforts in the region.

This includes a match of up to $250,000 in customer and member donations, which can soon be made online or in stores in Texas.

Wells Fargo

The Wells Fargo Foundation is donating $1 million toward immediate relief and longer-term recovery efforts.

The funding will support the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, Texas Search and Rescue, Austin Disaster Relief Network and LiftFund, according to a press release.

Whataburger

Whataburger is contributing $100,000 to local relief organizations. Additionally, throughout July, Whataburger will donate the full purchase price from its inaugural Commemorative Cup collection to flood relief efforts. The cups are available for purchase at participating Whataburger locations.

Nonprofit organizations

San Antonio Food Bank

The San Antonio Food Bank and its San Angelo branch are providing emergency food and essential supplies to those affected.

“Our prayers are with those both impacted and responding to the floods in Kerr and Tom Green counties,” the statement read, in part.

Sports franchises

San Antonio Spurs Sports & Entertainment

The San Antonio Spurs, Austin Spurs and San Antonio FC said in a joint statement Saturday that they were “heartbroken” by the Hill Country floods and are keeping those affected in their thoughts.

“To every family grieving and every first responder helping others through the worst, please know the Spurs family is with you and holding you close in our thoughts,” the statement read. “Our hearts are especially heavy for the children and their families whose lives have been forever changed.”

In a joint statement Monday, the NBA and its players association said it was joining with the Spurs, Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets to contribute more than $2 million for those impacted.

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros Foundation announced $1 million in funding to support relief efforts for those impacted.

“There is a lot still unknown as recovery efforts are ongoing,” owner Jim Crane said, “but the Astros are committed to supporting Central Texas communities in the long term through the coming days, months and years.”

The Texas Rangers also announced that it will donate $1 million to support the recovery effort.

Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys announced it will donate $500,000 to provide resources for rescue, relief and long-term recovery efforts.

“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastation and loss of life caused by the floods in Kerr County and Texas Hill Country, especially for the young girls and their families, as well as of those lost and their loved ones,” the team said.

Houston Texans

The Texans said they are donating $500,000 to provide support and resources to those impacted by the Hill Country floods.

“We are heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured,” the statement read, in part.

In the statement, the Houston Texans will also “continue to support the research, rescue and recovery efforts in the coming weeks.”

NFL Foundation

The National Football League said the NFL Foundation will donate an additional $500,000, joining the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans, who are each donating $500,000.

The contribution will help provide immediate assistance and long-term resources to those most impacted by the Hill Country floods.

San Antonio Brahmas

The Brahmas and the entire United Football League are keeping the victims of the floods in their thoughts and prayers.

“During catastrophic events like this, no community comes together better than the state of Texas, which we are proud to be a part of,” the team said.

San Antonio Missions

“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastating flood that has impacted so many across the Texas Hill Country,” the team said, in part.

The Missions said they are committed to supporting the Hill Country communities as they begin to recover and rebuild.

This list will be updated as more organizations release statements.


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