During this critical time of need, it is important for us to donate to credible and reliable sources that will provide aid to Hurricane Harvey victims. As a native Houstonian, GlitterandGumbo.com is committed to providing valuable resources and links to support these efforts. If you would like to donate please visit the website information listed below and God Bless. Updates will be provided.
This is another heartbreaking story. Tina Galan, mother of Noah, realized her son was having an asthma attack and called 911 during the Hurricane Harvey disaster. Due to extreme flooding help could not arrive to her location. Therefore she ran outside her apartment holding her son and a neighbor placed them in his truck. While driving, they flagged down an ER vehicle and they contacted life flight for assistance. Noah was transported to Texas Children’s Hospital however, he did not survive. He was going to celebrate his 9th birthday next week. Visit the family’s Noah’s Funeral Fund page here to donate.
Houston native, Rapper Trae Tha Truth, is a legendary giver and known for truly helping those in need. Trae is presently working with evacuee rescue and relief teams to help Port Arthur and Beaumont, Texas residents as well. Visit his TraeThaTruthHurricaneHarvey GoFundMe page to donate. He is pictured above with U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee.
Courtney Adeleye, CEO of The Mane Choice, is the truth??. I am a witness that all of the funds raised from this Hurricane Harvey campaign will support Houston families. Visit https://www.gofundme.com/texas-rescue to donate.
Billionaire Texas native and CEO of Dell Technologies, Michael Dell, and his wife Susan, are committing $36 million to help aid victims of Hurricane Harvey. Michael Dell grew up in the Meyerland area of Houston and was devastated by the occurrence of the natural disaster.
Half of the amount will be given to launch the Texas Rebuild Fund, and a matching campaign has started that will continue through midnight Monday, September 4. During the campaign, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation will match $1 for every $2 in donations for the first $36 million raised. Visit Texasrebuild.org for details.
Beyonce’ Knowles-Carter has spoken once again and will help her hometown recover the best way she knows how, through the spirit of giving. The BEYGOOD Foundation released a new initiative titled BEYGOOD Houston this morning. Visit for details.
Houston Lakewood pastor, John Gray, and his wife Aventer formed a foundation to support Hurricane Harvey victims. Donate here.
Jeremiah Richard’s faith touched our hearts and profoundly shook our spirits, as he shared his testimony of being rescued from the flood water on ABC 13. His wife also touched my heart as I watched her communicate to their deaf son. The deaf and hard of hearing community have a special place in my heart. View video here->.Jeremiah Richard and Family
Jeremiah started a GoFundMe page for he and his family to gain assistance in their recovery efforts. If you would like to donate you may contact him via the family’s GoFundMe page here.
For those who prefer to donate to a Houston family with a verified GoFundMe account, LaShaela Williams is a Houston mother who needs your help! Click here to donate and learn more.
President Barack Obama offered encouraging words to everyone helping flood victims. He also urged supporters to donate via the Red Cross organization. I am aware that this agency may not be on the top of someone’s list however, it is my duty to report a foundational source and you can click here to visit Red Cross.org. if you prefer to do so.
The Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund is a donation effort created by the City of Houston and Mayor Sylvester Turner. These funds will be directly used for Houstonians that are unable to receive assistance from other organizations. Click here to donate.
Houston Texans player JJ Watt felt compelled to organize a Relief Fund and thus far it has raised over 1 million dollars. If you would like to contribute to this fund click YouCaring.com/JJWatt for details.
Over 9,000 residents are seeking shelter at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Update: At this time, only Plus Size clothing, blankets, sheets, bedding, crayons, and activities for kids. If you would like to donate these materials drop your items off at Hall E or contact 713-853-8001 for more information.
MusiCares® announced today the establishment of a relief fund to support members of the music community affected by the recent devastation of Hurricane Harvey. Assistance includes basic living expenses such as shelter, food, utilities, and transportation; medical expenses, including doctor and hospital bills, and medications; clothing; instrument and recording equipment replacement; relocation costs; home repairs; debris removal; and more.
To donate to the fund, visit www.grammy.com/musicares/donations and choose “Hurricane Relief” in the gift designation drop-down menu.
Music people seeking assistance can contact the South Regional MusiCares office at 615.327.0050 or toll-free at 877.626.2748 or apply online at www.grammy.com/sites/com/files/mc_disaster_relief_app.pdf. MusiCares’ services are completely confidential.
The Houston Food Bank is the nation’s largest food bank distributing over 74 million meals last year through over 600 partner agencies in eighteen counties. You will certainly make a significant impact by donating to this agency and supporting Houstonians. Houston Food Bank donation page.
The United Way states in their mission that they’re fighting for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. Therefore a United Way donation page is set up to provide critical Hurricane Harvey aid to victims in various communities across the disaster area.
