Uvalde Foundation for Kids Launches Fundraiser & Drive to Aid Kerr County/Central Texas Flood Victims
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- Jul 5
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Updated: Jul 25
(IRS TAX ID # 88-3268749)
Friday, July 25th
40,000 pounds of flood relief supplies arrive in Temple, Texas
Over a million dollars worth of flood relief was delivered to Temple all the way from Phoenix, Arizona. Items will support regional flood victims & local support efforts.
Temple Daily Telegram Coverage HERE
KWTX/MSN Recent Coverage HERE
A Few Of Our Newest Partners, Joining Our Ongoing Nationwide, Collaborative Effort To Support Central Texas During This Challenging Time:
FUNDRAISER NOTES: The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, has made it's first round this past week of what will be several ongoing donations to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund of the Community Foundation of The Texas Hill Country. $2,000 has currently been donated as of this update. Subsequent weekly donations have been pledged through August, 2025!
The foundation has elected, to split a portion of all funds it receives from our fundraiser, between the Kerr County Community Fund, specific to Kerr County needs; with remaining donations received to be held in an independent foundation fund; meant to provide immediate, direct aide to those affected by the flooding throughout Central Texas.
136 lives lost.
3 people remain missing.
Due to Demand, The Foundation Will Also Be Providing Support To Several Bell County, Texas Organizations, Who Are Providing Localized, Ongoing, Community Support During This Time; Such as Our Friends & Partners At:
Flood Donations Keeps On Trucking Into Temple, Texas
After logistical and communication challenges threatened a large delivery of flood donation supplies from Arizona into Temple, Texas, The Uvalde Foundation For Kids say that they have arranged to save & receive the delivery from Arizona! In an updated release, the foundation noted that the delivery arrived 8am, July 21st at Natural Grocers (Back Parking Lot/Loading Dock) in Temple, Texas.
The donations, a part of a collaborative effort by the foundation, will include items ranging from new shoes to clothing, to canned goods and diapers; all part of a collaborative effort to support flood victims throughout Central Texas, including with The FarmLink Project out of Los Angeles.
A special THANK YOU to our Benevity support partners & FOX Corporation for their generous donation! Fox Corporation is an American multinational mass media company headquartered in Midtown Manhattan, NY with offices also in Burbank, California. Benevity is a secure corporate fundraising platforms for vetted nonprofits
The Foundation currently is in collaboration on continuing support for flooding victims; with our national partners & friends, such as BOBO out of Colorado & the FarmLink Project, out of Los Angeles, California & our newest partnership is with North Texas medical office, VRX Medical, dedicated to helping people get their lives back through chiropractic care, medical massage, and supportive health services. Their clinic has proudly served the community for over 20 years.
Partner:
The Foundation's experience aiding in previous disaster responses, including the recent Southern California & Hawaii wildfires; underscores the vital importance of circumventing potential delays in aid distribution.
Our Fundraising initiatives provide timely & essential financial support to individuals/familiesprovide some immediate relief & accelerate the overall recovery process for affected residents. ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTABLE with funds available immediately to those vetted, as directly impacted by the July 4th tragedy.
We Continue To Collect Donations/Supplies & Volunteers With Weekly Transports Planned On An Ongoing Basis.
Some Of The Supplies/Items Needed:
Bottled Water - Backpacks - Medical/First Aid - Children's/Women's Clothing/Shoes - Camp Equipment - Bedding/Blankets/Sheets/Pillows/Mattresses -Nonperishable Food Items - Toys/Books/Art -Supplies - Personal Hygiene/Bath Items -
ALL DONATIONS WIll Be Considered
To Join/Donate: uvaldefoundationforkids@gmail.com
254 499 8027
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(Central Texas Chapter Residency)
3550 S W HK Dodgen Loop, #112
Temple, Texas 76504
"Our hearts go out to all the families suffering from the unimaginable devastation in Kerr County," said Jennifer West, a spokesperson for the Uvalde Foundation for Kids. "Having experienced profound tragedy ourselves, we understand the critical importance of immediate support and long-term recovery. We are committed to standing with our fellow Texans during this incredibly difficult time."
The Foundation continues to seek coordination with local authorities and other relief organizations to provide collaborative support on the ground in addition to our ongoing fundraising campaign to provide financial services & aide to those directly affected.
The Uvalde Foundation for Kids is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and families in crisis, promoting community resilience, and advocating for a safer future.
The Uvalde Foundation For Kids
254 499 8027
