Texas Bankers Foundation reopens Flood Relief Fund following widespread Texas flooding

(AUSTIN, Texas) – The Texas Bankers Foundation has reopened its Flood Relief Fund to support Texas communities affected by the severe storms and flooding unfolding across the state. The Foundation is coordinating with TDEM, local bank leaders, and community organizations throughout the affected areas.

Gov. Greg Abbott has issued a state disaster declaration covering 59 counties as heavy rainfall and flash flooding continue across Southwest Texas, the Hill Country and other parts of the state. At least two deaths have been reported, hundreds of people have been rescued, and floodwaters have damaged homes, businesses, roads and other critical infrastructure.

Uvalde County and communities along the Nueces and Frio river basins are among the hardest hit. Kerr, Real, Kendall, Blanco, Sutton and other counties have also experienced significant flooding or remain at risk as rivers rise and floodwaters move downstream.

“Texas community bankers do not wait on the sidelines when their neighbors are hurting. They take action,” said Chris Furlow, president and CEO of the Texas Bankers Association. “We may not yet know the full extent of the damage, but we know help is needed now. We will begin assisting communities where we can while continuing to assess the situation and direct resources responsibly as needs emerge.”

The Texas Bankers Foundation will work directly with bankers in affected communities to identify where assistance can make the greatest difference.

“Our bankers live and work in these communities. They know their neighbors, understand the local needs and will help us identify where these funds can have the greatest impact,” Furlow said. “As the crisis continues, we are prepared to expand our efforts to other affected areas across Texas.”

Banks, bankers, industry partners, and members of the public are encouraged to contribute to the Texas Bankers Foundation Flood Relief Fund at https://www.texasbankers.com/foundation-flood-relief-fund/.

“We thank the first responders and volunteers working tirelessly to protect their communities,” Furlow said. “God bless all those affected. Our prayers are with those who have lost loved ones and those who have been displaced from their homes and businesses.

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About the Texas Bankers Foundation

The Texas Bankers Foundation, the charitable arm of the Texas Bankers Association, supports financial education, community service, disaster recovery and other initiatives that strengthen Texas communities. Through the generosity of Texas banks, bankers and industry partners, the Foundation helps communities respond, recover and rebuild when disaster strikes.

About the Texas Bankers Association

Founded in 1885, the Texas Bankers Association is the oldest and largest state banking trade association in the nation. TBA represents Texas banks of all sizes and advocates for a strong banking industry and the communities they serve.