At least 43 people have died in Kerrville-area floods as of Saturday evening, as first-responder teams search for dozens of missing campers.
Disaster relief organizations have deployed to the Texas Hill Country to help those affected. Here are some ways you can help.
The Red Cross
The American Red Cross Serving Central and South Texas has opened shelters in the affected areas. Visit and select “Your Local Red Cross� or Disaster Relief as a donation option. You can also call 1-800-HELP NOW (1-800-435-7669) to donate over the phone.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army Texas� mobile kitchen is providing meals and hydration to those affected by the floods in Kerrville. You can support their work by donating at or by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
You can visit for current volunteer opportunities. The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Kerrville is coordinating donations of nonperishable goods, personal hygiene items, diapers, baby wipes and trash bags, among other items, at 855 Hays St. The center, which is posting regular updates on its , is also accepting donations.
Kerr County Flood Relief Fund
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has started the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund to help vetted organizations that are providing rescue, recovery and relief efforts, the nonprofit says. The says the fund will support the communities of Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, Center Point and Comfort. Visit for more details.
Austin Pets Alive!
The Austin animal shelter has a team in Kerrville providing medical care and transporting animals to its shelter. APA, which says it has taken in more than 50 pets from flooded areas in Kerr and Williamson counties, is looking for help with fosters, volunteers and donations. Visit for more details.
World Central Kitchen
The nonprofit, founded by chef José Andrés, has a team on the ground in Kerrville providing food and water relief. Visit for details on making a donation and to follow for updates. On Friday, they were providing meals to stranded campers at Camp La Junta.
Junior League of Austin
The nonprofit charitable organization said Saturday that it far exceeded the number of physical donations it expected to receive and was no longer accepting donations at its Community Impact Center at 5330 Bluffstone Lane in Austin.
Follow the Junior League of Austin on its social media pages for updates on donations of physical goods.
TEXSAR
The group, a nonprofit first responder organization that helps with disaster response, has a $250,000 fundraising goal. Visit for details on how to donate and for updates on the group’s mission.
GoFundMe
The popular crowdfunding website has for Kerrville-area flood victims. GoFundMe says it will add to the list as it's able to verify requests. Under “Texas flood relief,� you can search for fundraisers by location.
