Kerrville-Based Foundation Allocates $82 Million for Flood Recovery Efforts

Denison, Texas — A year after devastating floods impacted the Texas Hill Country, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has reported distributing approximately $82 million in recovery assistance to affected survivors. The nonprofit, established in 1982 and based in Kerrville, initiated its relief fund on July 4, 2025, coinciding with the flood event that claimed over 130 lives.

With total donations exceeding $150 million, this initiative stands as one of the largest privately led disaster recovery efforts in Texas history. According to CEO Austin Dickson, who personally experienced loss during the flooding, the anniversary evokes both sorrow and hope. The foundation promptly allocated $15 million within 45 days to over 50 local nonprofits focused on emergency aid and crisis support.

As immediate needs subsided, the foundation shifted its focus toward long-term recovery, dedicating about one-third of its grant funding to housing assistance. Currently, around 130 families have returned to repaired homes, while 98 households are transitioning into permanent housing. Mental health services were also funded, providing free access to therapists due to increased rates of post-traumatic stress among survivors.

Additionally, a $10 million readiness and resilience fund has been established to enhance regional disaster preparedness. Despite being located far from the flood zone, Denison's recovery efforts have garnered support from across Texas, with nearly half of the raised funds still allocated for ongoing recovery initiatives.