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Houston Astros Pledge $1 Million for Central Texas Flood Relief

This fund targets emergency aid before shifting to youth-centered rebuilding through a fan-driven campaign.

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HUNT, TEXAS - JULY 7: Search and rescue workers use a sonar device while paddling down the Guadalupe River in a boat looking for survivors or the remains of victims swept up in the flash flooding on July 7, 2025 in Hunt, Texas.
Players lift up a student to make a basket during a Spurs’ practice held at Uvalde High School's Harvey Kinchlow Gym in Uvalde, Texas, on Oct. 8, 2022 in the wake of the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in May 2022. The Spurs are now seeking to help flood victims in the Hill Country.

Overview

  • The Astros committed $1 million to assist communities devastated by Fourth of July weekend floods in Central Texas.
  • The package covers both urgent response needs and long-term recovery programs managed by the Astros Foundation.
  • Rebuilding efforts will prioritize youth initiatives to support children and families in storm-hit areas.
  • The foundation will launch a fan-driven campaign to secure additional resources for ongoing relief and reconstruction.
  • This gift follows earlier donations from the Texans and Cowboys while first responders continue search-and-rescue operations.