The Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans are joining forces to donate $1.5 million toward flood relief across storm-ravaged Texas communities.

As previously reported by The Dallas Express, widespread flooding across the Lone Star State over Fourth of July weekend has resulted in the deaths of at least 82 people, with conditions expected to remain dangerous in the coming days.

Now, the Cowboys, Texans, and NFL have each pledged $500,000 to help with relief for the victims in the area.

“Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastation and loss of life caused by the floods in Kerr County and Texas Hill Country, especially for the young girls and their families, as well as all of those lost and their loved ones,” wrote the Cowboys on Instagram.

“This has been devastating to see and we hold everyone impacted in our thoughts and prayers. Standing side by side with The Salvation Army’s critical response, we are also donating $500,000 to provide immediate resources for rescue, relief and long-term recovery efforts.”

Similarly, the Texans also pledged $500,000 to help provide resources for those who have been impacted by the floods.

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Cal, Hannah, and Janice McNair, the owners of the Texans, released a statement about the donation, writing that they are “heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured.”

“We are especially devastated to hear about the children who are still missing and we are praying they are reunited with their families soon. Our hearts will remain with everyone affected and in addition to our donation, we will continue to support the search, rescue and recovery efforts in the coming weeks.”

Finally, the NFL confirmed in a social media post that the total donations will reach $1.5 million, indicating that additional funds are being provided through other sources.

 

In addition to the funds being pledged by the Cowboys, Texans, and the NFL, multiple other Texas professional sports teams have posted messages to send thoughts and prayers to those affected by the flooding.

The Dallas Stars and Dallas Wings each posted on Instagram to voice their prayers for those impacted by the devastating flooding.

“To those grieving unimaginable losses, and to the families of the missing, we stand with you in sorrow and in hope. As a women’s sports organization, the tragedy at Camp Mystic hits especially close to home,” wrote the Wings. 

“The entire Stars organization is heartbroken by the devastating flooding and heartbreaking loss of life in Central Texas. Our thoughts are with all of the communities and families affected by this tragedy,” added the Stars in a post.