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As devastating floodwaters tore through the heart of the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, pop star and actress Selena Gomez is using her voice and her heart to shine a light on the catastrophic loss unfolding in her home state. Gomez called on her global fanbase to support recovery efforts through the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, a lifeline for those grappling with the aftermath of one of the region's most destructive natural disasters in recent memory. 'So many are hurting and have lost everything, including loved ones, in my home state of Texas,'Gomez shared. 'My heart breaks for those who have lost someone and anyone still missing. The people of Texas will need our help as they rebuild from this unfathomable disaster. I'll be donating to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.' And with that, the Texas-born star has once again shown that her compassion goes far beyond her chart-topping music or blockbuster roles. For Gomez, this crisis is personal. The floods, which struck after days of relentless rain, swept through Boerne, Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, Center Point, and Comfort, leaving widespread destruction in their wake. Flash floods submerged roads, swallowed homes, and tragically claimed lives. As of July 11, local officials report dozens still missing, while emergency shelters remain packed with families who escaped with only the clothes on their backs. The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, created by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, is helping fuel emergency relief and rebuilding efforts across the hardest-hit areas. The Foundation, a trusted 501(c)(3) charity based in Kerrville, has pledged that 100% of donations will go directly to vetted local nonprofits, first responder agencies, and municipal recovery efforts. 'Together, we can make a meaningful difference during this challenging time,' the Foundation said in a statement. While the fund cannot distribute aid to individuals directly or replace personal property, it plays a critical role in sustaining the organizations providing food, shelter, emergency care, and long-term support to thousands in need. Gomez's appeal went beyond financial aid. She emphasized the emotional toll disasters like this take on individuals and families, urging those in pain to seek mental health support. 'If you are able, please consider doing the same,' she said, encouraging fans to donate. 'And, as the community mourns, please know mental health support is available. For 24/7 crisis support, call or text 988. For disaster-related emotional distress, call or text the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.' As the nation watches the recovery effort unfold, Gomez's message reminds us that empathy must lead the way. The floods may have washed away homes and lives, but they have not erased community or hope. Through collective action, the people of the Texas Hill Country can begin to rebuild what was lost and emerge stronger. If you are in a position to give, donations to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund can be made through the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's official website, where every dollar is tax-deductible and goes toward vetted, community-centered relief efforts. Because when Texas is hurting, Selena reminds us, it's not just a headline. It's home. And home deserves our help. The post Selena Gomez Urges Fans to Support Flood Victims in Her Texas Hometown: 'My Heart Breaks for Those Who've Lost Everything' appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News, Entertainment, Exclusive Interviews & More.
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George Strait to Play Benefit Concert With Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser to Help Texas Flood Victims
Country Music Hall of Fame member and Texas native George Strait is stepping up to help those in the Texas Hill Country impacted by the recent floods — and he's welcoming plenty of his country music comrades to help. On Sunday, July 27, Strait will hold the Strait to the Heart special benefit dinner and concert at Estancia at Thunder Valley indoor arena in Boerne, Texas. Also on the lineup are William Beckmann, Ray Benson, Wade Bowen, Dean Dillon, Riley Green, Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson, Kyle Park and Hudson Westbrook. More from Billboard Selena Gomez Speaks Out About 'Unfathomable' Deadly Texas Floods: 'My Heart Breaks' Coco Jones Is Engaged to NBA Star Donovan Mitchell Bad Bunny Named to 'Hottest Men of All Time' List With Tupac, Elvis & More Strait has teamed with businessman and Vaqueros del Mar partner of 15 years Tom Cusick to organize the event. 'The destruction and loss in our community from the recent flood is hard to wrap your head around,' Strait said in a statement. 'Our hearts and prayers are with you all. The goal with this event is to raise meaningful, immediate support that can be put directly into the hands of flood victims without delay, while also honoring the first responders that work tirelessly to save lives.' Cusick added, 'The road ahead will be a long one, however, the immediate need is so great that we didn't want to wait. Together, we can show our neighbors that when hardship strikes, Texas and our country stand strong, and we stand together.' The event is limited to 1,000 guests, and tickets and tables are available for purchase with price points beginning at $1,000. First responders in the local area will be offered complimentary tickets to the event. Donations from the funds raised by the event will be made to 501c3 Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund and distributed directly to affected families as well as established Hill Country funds. Persons interested in purchasing a table or tickets to Vaqueros del Mar's Strait to the Heart concert — or those would like to make a donation — can email vaquerosdm@ The flooding in the Texas Hill country over the July 4 weekend has left more than 120 people dead, and over 160 people still missing, including 150 still missing in the hard-hit Kerr County in Texas. See the poster for the event below:Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
