Fund for the Disaster Relief of the Hill Country Floods

As many of you know, the Guadalupe River rose over 30 feet—well above its major flood stage—resulting in tragic loss of life and severe damage. Kerrville is home to two of our own Rotary Clubs, and together we are committed to standing with the community as they begin the long road to recovery.
 
Your generous contribution will:
  • Provide some immediate relief to affected families
  • Support local Rotarians in cleanup and rebuilding efforts
  • Fund long-term recovery solutions within our communities
Rotary District 5840 is now accepting tax-deductible donations through our 501(c)(3) Foundation to support urgent disaster relief efforts following the devastating flooding in Kerrville and nearby areas. Along with the Rotary District, DistasterAid is also supporting efforts. There will be opportunities in the future to provide volunteer efforts, so stay tuned!

 

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On July 4, 2025, Kerr County, Texas was devastated by catastrophic flash flooding following an extreme weather event that brought over a foot of rainfall to the region in just a few hours. The storm, fueled by remnants of Tropical Storm Barry and intensified by additional Gulf and Pacific moisture, overwhelmed the Guadalupe River and surrounding tributaries. In Hunt, the river rose approximately 22 feet in just two hours before damaging the local gauge at a record 29 feet. Downstream communities like Kerrville and Comfort saw similar surges, with water levels reaching as high as 30 feet in some areas. Despite flood watches and warnings issued in the days leading up to the storm, local officials and residents were unprepared for the magnitude of the flooding. Crucial river gauges failed mid-storm, leaving emergency responders without real-time data to guide evacuations and rescue efforts.

The flood's toll on the community has been staggering. As of July 7, at least 75 people in Kerr County have been confirmed dead, many of them children attending Camp Mystic, a beloved summer camp situated along the Guadalupe River. More than 850 individuals were rescued, hundreds of homes were damaged or destroyed, and vital infrastructure—including roads, bridges, and utility lines—was severely impacted. Entire neighborhoods were inundated with little warning, leaving families scrambling for higher ground in the middle of the night.

Rotary District 5840 is now accepting tax-deductible donations through our 501(c)(3) Foundation to support urgent disaster relief efforts following the devastating flooding in Kerrville and nearby areas.
As many of you know, the Guadalupe River rose over 30 feet—well above its major flood stage—resulting in tragic loss of life and severe damage. Kerrville is home to two of our own Rotary Clubs, and together we are committed to standing with the community as they begin the long road to recovery.
Your generous contribution will:
  • Provide some immediate relief to affected families
  • Support local Rotarians in cleanup and rebuilding efforts
  • Fund long-term recovery solutions within our communities

How to Donate

We are offering multiple ways to give:
📲 Credit Card
Make a secure online donation via credit card:
👉 https://rotary5840.org/donate/district-5840-disaster-relief/
✉️ Check
Make checks payable to: Rotary District 5840 Foundation
Memo: Disaster Relief
Mail to: Rotary District 5840 Foundation, P.O. Box 13, Boerne, TX 78006
💻 Zelle Payment
Send using Zelle to: D5840floodrelief2025@gmail.com
Memo: Disaster Relief
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A volunteer hotline will be available later this week - stay tuned!
 
ALSO, you can donate through the DisasterAid (DAUSA) at their website linked here.
 
At this site, you can specify that your donation will go to Texas flooding. DAUSA is a 501-c-3 registered charity incorporated in Washington, D.C. DAUSA is primarily partnered and supported by Rotarians and Rotary Clubs. As volunteers are needed in the disaster area, DAUSA will organize to send volunteers where they are needed. When you volunteer through them, you are covered by their insurance policy. If you have questions about DAUSA, contact Patrick Lesley at Patrick.rotary1@gmail.com or 713 502-1106.