The Houston Astros announced Monday in a press release that they have committed $1 million to aid relief efforts for Central Texas communities devastated by flooding over the Fourth of July weekend.
The donation will support both immediate and long-term recovery initiatives. In the short term, the Astros will help address the urgent needs of flood victims. Looking ahead, the Astros Foundation will focus on youth initiatives, one of its core pillars, to assist with sustained rebuilding efforts.
In addition to the initial commitment, the Astros Foundation plans to launch a fan-driven campaign to mobilize support. The initiative aims to provide ongoing resources to ensure Central Texas residents have the assistance necessary to recover and rebuild.
“It’s important to the entire Astros organization to send immediate support to our fellow Texans throughout the Hill Country during this devastating time,” Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane said in a statement, joined by his wife, Whitney Crane. “There is a lot still unknown as recovery efforts are ongoing, but the Astros are committed to supporting Central Texas communities in the long term through the coming days, months, and years to help rebuild and heal. We also want to acknowledge and personally thank all of the first responders for their continued heroic efforts.”
The Astros join a growing list of Texas organizations and sports teams stepping up to support flood recovery in the region, both the Texans and the Cowboys organizations committed over $1 million collectively. Communities continue to grapple with widespread damage and ongoing search and rescue operations.
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