In the wake of deadly floods that impacted Central Texas, local businesses are stepping up to aid recovery efforts for both survivors and first responders.
Organizations and companies across the region, including the Austin City Limits Festival and Austin FC, have spearheaded fundraising campaigns contributing hundreds of thousands of dollars towards disaster relief initiatives.
In a growing display of community support, a number of restaurants and retailers have organized various fundraising events and donation drives.
Hill Country Hope will hold a silent auction on Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Wine bar LoLo in East Austin, with all proceeds directed to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
The auction will feature food from local favorites Nixta Taqueria and Emma Diner, along with music from DJs and items up for bid from notable contributors like First Light Books, Franklin Barbecue, and Este.
LoLo has pledged to match funds raised at the auction up to $5,000 and will also donate a portion of bar sales.
On the same day, Veracruz All Natural will donate all profits from its seven locations to assist in flood relief for Kerr County, collaborating with the American Red Cross to offer meals and shelter for affected residents.
In Mueller, Veracruz Fonda & Bar will further contribute by donating a portion of its cocktail sales over the weekend to this crucial cause.
Kerbey Lane Cafe is also taking action, committing to donate all profits from its ten locations on Thursday to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.
Additionally, P. Terry’s Burger Stand has announced it will donate all profits from its 36 locations that same day to the Austin Disaster Relief Network.
Moonshine, along with Kinfolk, a cocktail lounge within Moonshine’s downtown venue, will similarly donate all profits to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund on Thursday.
The chicken chain Tumble 22 will join the efforts by donating all profits from its eight locations to various flood relief organizations on Friday.
On Saturday, JuiceLand will set aside net proceeds from all locations to benefit the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, further bolstered by Schlotzsky’s contributions of 10% of sales from Austin and San Antonio area locations toward both the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund and the American Red Cross.
Merit Coffee Co. plans to contribute all proceeds from coffee drink sales across its 13 locations on Saturday to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, while Good Vibrations Pizza Company will donate all profits through Sunday to assist those affected by flooding.
Guy + Larry Restaurants, which includes several establishments, will donate all sales from its locations on Sunday to support flood relief efforts in the Hill Country.
Hai Hospitality, a restaurant group featuring Loro and Uchi, is working with Mercy Chefs to provide meals for survivors and first responders, donating a portion of sales from all Uchi, Uchiko, and Uchibā locations in Texas as part of this initiative.
This week, the East Austin restaurant Sour Duck Market will also contribute by donating a portion of sales from specific menu items.
Meanwhile, Treaty Oak Distilling in Dripping Springs is accepting urgently needed supplies through Sunday for flood recovery.
The distillery has listed items such as crowbars, wheelbarrows, N95 masks, bug spray, first-aid kits, batteries, and flashlights as critical needs for the recovery efforts.
Atown, a local gift shop, will donate half of all online sales proceeds to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund through Monday.
Additionally, Pluckers Wing Bar will donate 20% of its sales on Monday to Texas Search and Rescue, a dedicated group of first responders actively searching for individuals reported missing in Central Texas.
On Tuesday, Lucky Robot, a sushi restaurant on South Congress Avenue, aims to support the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund by donating 20% of its sales.
Starting Monday, Radio Coffee & Beer will enable customers to match donations made in-store for the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, encouraging contributions up to $10,000.
H-E-B is leading significant efforts by donating $5 million to nonprofits supporting flood survivors in Central Texas and organizing resource pop-ups.
These pop-ups provide essential resources such as water, snacks, first-aid kits, cleaning supplies, gift cards for affected residents, and meals for first responders.
The pop-ups are operational at three locations in the Austin area:
– Burnet Train Depot Parking Lot (401 E. Jackson St., Burnet) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Liberty Hill Middle School (13125 TX-29, Liberty Hill) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Round Mountain Baptist Church (14500 Round Mountain Road, Leander) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Torchy’s Tacos is also participating by donating a dollar for every “The American” taco purchased to local flood recovery efforts, with a fundraising cap of $100,000 through July.
Birds Barbershop is showing support by offering free haircuts to first responders at all locations until the end of July.
This offer extends to all individuals providing direct support during this crisis, including those involved in animal rescue or supply delivery efforts.
In addition, Therapy Austin is providing free therapy sessions for individuals affected by flooding.
Clinicians will be available throughout the summer, with the organization encouraging those in need to schedule an appointment.
Waterloo Records is assisting by collecting bottled water, snacks, first-aid, and hygiene supplies at both of its locations to support local flood relief initiatives.
Lucky Lab Coffee Co. is also involved in these community efforts, further underscoring the collective response of local businesses in the face of adversity.
As the community comes together during this difficult time, there are numerous opportunities for individuals to contribute and support ongoing recovery efforts.
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