“We believe in a community led disaster response, one that listens to those impacted, values dignity over bureaucracy and keeps equity at the center of every decision,” Travis County Judge Andy Brown said.
What residents need to know
Both Travis and Williamson County officials have approved agreements with the Central Texas Community Foundation, or CTXCF, to establish and manage each county’s Cares Fund—a short-term disaster relief fund designed to provide direct financial relief to residents whose homes or lives were significantly impacted by the July 5 flooding.
The application will remain open until Aug. 25 at 5 p.m. To qualify, properties must be located within the 2025 flood-affected areas of Travis or Williamson County.
Residents can use the Travis County searchable map to check if their address falls within the designated flood damage area. Williamson County residents can also use a similar map to determine their eligibility.
The application will also require documents such as:
- Government-issued ID
- Lease agreement or mortgage statement
- Recent utility or phone bill
- 2024 income tax return
- Documentation of any benefits received from FEMA or other nonprofits
If approved for a relief payment, the payment will be issued via direct deposit to the resident’s bank account within the next four to five weeks, CTXCF Executive Director Amy Merida said.
To date, around $1.2 million has been raised by the foundation, $950,000 raised in Williamson County and another $250,000 by Travis County donors. According to Merida, CTXCF has a goal of raising $10 million to support flood survivors across Central Texas.
“We want to assure everyone that this relief, it's not just a gesture; it's not just a token. It's something that we hope will provide meaningful support as [residents] look to rebuild,” Merida said.
The funding can be used for a range of needs, including home repairs or rebuilding, as well as support services such as mental health care and other recovery-related expenses, she said.
Some residents may receive FEMA funding, but it often falls short of covering the full cost of repairs and long-term recovery needs, Merida pointed out.
“Those bills are going to start to mount up,” Williamson County Judge Steven Snell said. “... So any little bit can help.”
Quote of note
“If you've been wondering how you can help, this is it. Please go to the community cares fund link and donate today,” Brown said.
Those interested in applying or donating can do so at www.ctxcf.org/floodrelief2025.
