George Strait Raises $6.25 Million for Texas Flood Victims

Country music legend George Strait has raised more than $6 million to support victims of the devastating Texas floods. The Strait to the Heart benefit concert took place on July 27, 2025, at the Estancia at Thunder Valley in Boerne, Texas, in partnership with Vaqueros del Mar.

Texas Floods Mark a Historic Disaster

On July 4, 2025, treacherous flash floods swept through Central Texas, claiming at least 135 lives and causing over $1.1 billion in residential building damage. It was the deadliest inland flash flood in the U.S. since 1976, marking one of the worst natural disasters in Texas history.

In the wake of the tragedy, country music stars stepped forward to help. Several artists planned live and virtual benefit shows to raise funds for recovery efforts.

An Intimate, High-Impact Concert

Due to the small venue size and limited seating, ticket prices started at $1,000, while local first responders attended free of charge. Despite the high ticket cost, the event sold out within days.

Performers included Riley Green, Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, and more. Country superstar Garth Brooks even made a surprise appearance.

By the end of the night, the benefit raised an incredible $6.25 million for the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund, a registered 501(c)(3) charity. The funds will go directly to affected families for housing and essential needs.

Delivering Relief to Flood Victims

Two weeks later, on August 9, Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who attended the benefit concert, traveled to Ingram, Texas, to help distribute the funds.

“Our goal is to put a roof over the heads of families whose primary homes were destroyed by the deadly floods last month,” Abbott said.

The Governor personally handed out $25,000 checks to residents who lost their homes. While housing is the top priority, Abbott noted that many families also need vehicles, transportation, and other essentials.

“This is just the beginning,” he added. “More help is on the way.”

Our goal is to put a roof over the heads of families whose primary homes were destroyed by the deadly floods last month.

Yesterday, I joined the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund to help families do just that.

This is just the beginning.

More help is on the way. pic.twitter.com/Vka96Q4x3A

— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) August 10, 2025