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US Sports Leagues Pledge Over $6 Million for Central Texas Flood Relief

Fan-driven campaigns aim to sustain recovery efforts following more than $6 million in relief pledges by sports leagues.

Overview

  • The Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys and the NFL Foundation together committed $1.5 million to support urgent needs and rebuilding in flood-ravaged communities.
  • The NBA, its three Texas franchises and the NBPA donated over $2 million to immediate relief and long-term assistance in the Texas Hill Country.
  • The Houston Astros and Texas Rangers each pledged $1 million with the Astros Foundation launching a fan-driven campaign to fuel ongoing recovery.
  • Funds are designated for emergency services, youth-focused rebuilding programs and sustained support across affected areas.
  • First responders continue search, rescue and recovery operations following the Fourth of July weekend floods that left at least 93 people dead and dozens missing.