Why Your Continued Support Matters

Disasters like this are how low-income families and renters become homeless.
No flood insurance. No backup savings. No return address.

Right now, families are doing their best to stay afloat — some are staying with friends, living in hotels, most all are relying on community support, and trying to rebuild after losing everything. They're not just displaced — they are survivors navigating an uncertain road ahead.

This isn’t a moment. It’s a turning point. Attention fades long before the need does.
But the need to support these families doesn’t disappear with the headlines. Recovery takes time — and resilience requires resources. Their recovery doesn’t stop after the waters recede. Neither should the support.

We’ve already spent over $20,000 on hotel stays and $5,000 in direct aid to flood victims. We're bumping up the needle as these funds will continue to help keeping people from falling through the cracks — or give them a fighting chance after they already have.

We are urgently seeking AT LEAST 4 donated RVs to provide more stable shelter directly to survivors. Email: sasha@austinmutualaid.org to coordinate.

We will continue to support these families with deposits, relocation, and rebuilding. A lot of money has been raised but little has made it to these families. One family needs $4200 just to move in. Plus furniture etc. And or RV's if none of the current leads are productive. Red Cross and Travis County have been on site at our hotel shelters to support but finalizing transitional housing plans has been incredibly slow.

If you're able to give, please do. If you're not, share widely. Every action counts.

If any funds remain after housing and direct aid needs are met, we will use them to reimburse the volunteers who have spent thousands of dollars out of pocket to support this effort — from gas and food to hotel rooms and emergency supplies. If you'd like to support in the recovery of the costs of the volunteers efforts and aid in building resilience directly: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-volunteers-in-tx-flood-relief

CENTRAL TX FLOOD RELIEF: VERIFIED GOFUNDME DIRECTORY

Support flood survivors directly by donating to verified fundraisers. Every dollar goes to those rebuilding lives, homes, and community. We will continue to collect & verify fundraisers.

Nikki Gates & 2 yo toddler: Rebuild After Tragic Loss - 0% goal met

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-nikki-gates-rebuild-after-tragic-loss
Summary: Nikki, her toddler daughter and mother were waiting on repairs for a borrowed RV that was destroyed in the flood. Together they have been supporting one another in rebuilding when the unthinkable happened, Nikki’s mother—her best friend—passed away unexpectedly in the hotel on July 25th This fund supports housing, funeral costs, and rebuilding their stability.

Cisnero Family: Starting Over After the Flood - Not $1 has been raised yet 0%

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://gofund.me/1c3c95b4
Summary: Family of four. Hector and Maria adopted 2 kids, one being a heart transplant survivor, and raised them for over 14 years in their home in Leander, TX. They have lost everything and are starting all over.

Nicole and Son: Flood Recovery & Stability - 0%

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-nicole-and-sons-flood-recovery
Summary: Single mom and her 10 yo son were displaced by the flood and are starting over from scratch. Funds will help cover deposits, rent, housing, basic needs, and provide a more stable path forward after disaster.

De La Cruz Family: Recovery After Devastating Flood - 14% of goal met

Organizer: Ihojan Delacruz for Miguel Mendoza Mondragon
Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-the-de-la-cruz-family-recover-from-flood-devastation
Summary: Family of 5 lost everything in the early morning flood of July 5th. Rescued from their rooftop. Funds support housing, car, and basic needs.

Austin's Dad: Rebuild After Flood and Illness - 28% of goal met

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-austins-dad-rebuild-after-flood-and-illness
Summary: After surviving major health issues, Austin's dad lost his RV home in the flood. Funds go toward safe housing and essentials.

Otipoby Family: Sandy Creek Flood Tragedy - 80% of goal met

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/otipoby-family-sandy-creek-flood-tragedy-your-help-matters
Summary: A multi-generational family devastated by flood loss. All funds support relocation, recovery, and essentials.

Jarmon Family: Honoring a Life & Supporting Those Left Behind

Location: Sandy Creek / Leander, TX
Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/honoring-braxton-grizzly-band-and-football-united-for-family-relief
Summary: This family has suffered a devastating loss and leave behind a grieving father who not only lost his two teenage children, Felicity 16, and Braxton 15, but also his wife Alissa. Support them in rebuilding and honoring these lives lost.

Travis Trauggot & Kristal Long: Travis lost his beloved mother and two brothers

Location: Sandy Creek, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-flood-survivors-kristal-travis
Summary: Travis and his partner Kristal's family were severely affected by the Sandy Creek flood. Travis lost his beloved mother and two brothers. Funds raised through this campaign will support purchasing an RV, basic essentials, and short‑term needs as they begin the long road to recovery.

Don & David Johnson: Rebuilding After Home & Work Loss

Organizer: Don Johnson
Location: Leander, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-dons-lost-home-and-tools
Summary: Don and his 16 yo son David lost their home in the July 4th weekend floods when it was completely swept off its foundation. Along with their house, Don’s work van, welding equipment, and electronics were destroyed—tools he depended on for his livelihood. Instead of rebuilding a house, they hope to secure an RV and replace work equipment to regain stability and income. Every donation helps them move forward after total loss.

Sue & Barbara: Flood Recovery for Generations

Location: Leander, TX
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/aid-for-sue-barbaras-flood-recovery
Summary: Sue and her elderly mother Barbara lost their longtime home in Leander during the July 4th weekend flood. Floodwaters tore parts of the house apart and swept away their vehicle. They had to be rescued through rushing waters using heavy equipment. FEMA has declared the house uninhabitable, but Barbara—who has dementia—doesn’t understand why she can’t return. Funds will help replace their home, furnishings, clothing, and personal belongings. This is about more than recovery—it's about preserving dignity and family.

Justin Hendrix: Mobile mechanic who lost his home, tools and income

Location: Hill Country / Travis County, TX area
Link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/im-a-texas-flood-victim
Summary: Justin lost everything during the July 2025 flood—his home, tools, and income. As a mobile mechanic, the flood destroyed his work van and all equipment. He’s currently staying in his sister’s cabin and trying to figure out what's next. This fundraiser supports him as he seeks essentials like housing, work tools, and stability during recovery. Justin hopes to secure an RV or temporary shelter and rebuild his life—and your support can help make that possible.

Right now our focus is on Sandy Creek, Leander but we do anticipate additional needs from Georgetown soon.

Questions? Want to add a verified fundraiser?
Email: hello@austinmutualaid.org

Please share and support. Our neighbors are depending on us.

Central Texas Flood Support & Impacted Families Direct GoFundMe Links

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Central Texas Flood Support & Impacted Families Direct GoFundMe Links

Support for those impacted by the July Storms in Central Texas

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