Your support in action this week: 

In the wake of the July 4 floods, neighbors across the Hill Country continue to show up for one another. Here’s a quick look at the progress your support is making possible.

• Housing Stability
  Access to stable shelter continues to improve. Currently, 168 households (370 individuals) remain in temporary housing as permanent solutions move forward.
• Rebuilding & Construction
  Rebuilding efforts continue to accelerate across the county.
  – 35 homes have now been fully reconstructed
  – 46 homes are actively under construction
  – 28 modular and RV homes have been repaired or replaced 
• Unmet Needs Fund
  The Community Foundation’s Unmet Needs Fund continues to address critical gaps for families navigating recovery:
  – 178 households helped
  – Average award: $5,074
  – Recent requests continue to focus on flood-related debris removal and property cleanup

New Program: Reimbursement

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country now offers reimbursement assistance for flood survivors who have paid for eligible repairs and expenses out of pocket. If you paid for qualifying costs before learning about available programs, you may still be eligible to apply.

Please contact your case manager. If you are not yet enrolled in Rebuild Kerr, complete the Needs Assessment at RebuildKerr.org to get connected with a Disaster Case Manager who can guide you through all available program options.

The application window is open May 1 through August 31, 2026.

Restoring the Guadalupe River

On April 23, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced a major step forward in recovery: $14 million in grants to restore the Guadalupe River and rebuild the public spaces that bring the community together.

“The July 4 flood disrupted an entire system,” said CEO Austin Dickson. “This investment is designed to restore that system with intention.”

Your support is helping plant 50,000 native trees along the river, restore watershed health, and rebuild key spaces like Louise Hays Park, Guadalupe Park, and the Kerrville River Trail. It is also supporting community-led, basin-wide stewardship efforts that will protect the river for generations to come.

More than half of the river’s floodway vegetation was lost in the flood, increasing risks to water quality, property, and future flooding. These grants will strengthen the long-term health of the region.

Rebuild Kerr Grantee Gathering

Over 100 representatives of Rebuild Kerr grantees gathered at the Arcadia Theater in Kerrville on Tuesday, April 28, to learn from experts in disaster, connect with one another, hear updates, and encourage the community for the continued road ahead.

Strengthening Mental Health Across Our Community

The full Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute’s Needs Assessment outlines four strategic areas the community must activate to address both existing and emerging mental health challenges following the July 4 flood.

The Community Foundation is committed to advancing each of these priorities through thoughtful, multi-year investments.

• Awareness and Navigation Supports
• The Foundation is investing in mental health navigation and awareness efforts, including a three-year grant to fund a Community Mental Health Navigator who connects individuals and families to timely, compassionate care.
• Trauma and Grief Capacity
• Multi-year grants to local partners are expanding trauma and grief services, strengthening counselor capacity and equipping parents, educators and helping professionals to respond to disaster-related loss.
• Community Access Points
• The Foundation is increasing barrier-free access to care by fully funding a walk-in Emotional Support Drop-In Center and exploring expanded services in schools, faith communities and through telehealth.
• Specialized Care
• Targeted investments are supporting bereaved families, first responders, educators and other impacted groups through dedicated funds, professional workshops and mobile mental health resources.

In The News: 

CFTHC announces $14 million in grants to repair ecosystem

Hill Country Community Journal

Foundation continues to fund flood recovery

The Boerne Star

Community Foundation addresses mental health at grantee gathering

The Kerrville Daily Times

Rebuild Kerr panel: Community's values have been strengthened after flood

The Kerrville Daily Times

How to get help:

The Community Flood Recovery Needs Assessment is helping identify what Hill Country families need most after the July 4 floods, from housing repairs and financial strain to emotional and mental health challenges. This survey guides how recovery resources are directed and helps ensure assistance reaches every neighbor who needs it.

If your household was affected by the storm, or if you know someone who was, please take a moment to complete or share the assessment.

Grant Opportunities: Know a Nonprofit Working to Support Community Recovery? 

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has opened the Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund as well as the Community and Culture Fund application portal for nonprofits and public organizations serving Kerr County and Comfort. The first step - an online Letter of Interest - helps determine if the applicant’s mission and programs align with funding priorities.

If your organization may benefit from this Fund’s priorities, you can learn more and begin the process below.

Were you affected by the flood? 

Please complete our needs assessment, and a case manager will be in touch with you. 

Click here for Needs Assessment.