The Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, and the NFL Foundation have collectively donated $1.5 million to support those impacted by severe and deadly floods in central Texas, where the disaster has claimed at least 70 lives, with many still unaccounted for. Each organization is contributing $500,000 to provide both immediate assistance and ongoing aid to the victims and survivors, according to the NFL.
The flooding occurred over Independence Day weekend, caused by flash floods that saw the Guadalupe River rise to the level of a two-story building on July 4th. In just 45 minutes, the river surged 26 feet due to heavy rainfall, ushering in as much as 11 inches of rain across affected counties. Kerr County alone reported 59 deaths, including 38 adults and 21 children, while several campers from Camp Mystic—a children’s summer camp with around 750 attendees—are still missing. Rescue and relief efforts are ongoing, with support from groups like the Salvation Army.
Other counties also suffered losses: Travis County (which includes Austin) confirmed four deaths, Burnett County reported three deaths and six missing, while Williamson and Tom Green counties each confirmed one death. The Texans expressed their sorrow and commitment to continued support for search and rescue operations in the weeks ahead.
President Donald Trump declared Kerr County a major disaster area to facilitate federal assistance for rescue efforts.
Fan Take: This is a powerful reminder of the NFL’s role beyond entertainment, highlighting the league’s capacity to unite and support communities in times of crisis. For fans, it shows that football is more than just a game—it’s a platform for compassion and collective strength in the face of tragedy.
