Austin/San Antonio, TX, July 25, 2025 — Devastating flash floods struck the Texas Hill Country earlier this month, claiming the lives of over a hundred people, with some still missing. Thousands of homes across multiple counties have been damaged, families remain displaced, essential supplies are scarce, and the need for urgent support continues to grow.
Relief operations began on July 7, with Sewa International teams deployed across Kerrville, Ingram, Hunt, and Leander. More than 100 Sewa volunteers from Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio have participated in cleanup and supply efforts.
Sewa volunteers stepping in to help in Central Texas recovery efforts
On July 19–20, Sewa teams joined local efforts in Center Point, Hunt, and Ingram—clearing debris from damaged homes and businesses, restoring a fire station pantry, and assisting a flood-impacted girls’ camp. Volunteers mucked and gutted homes, removed moldy furniture and flooring, and coordinated donation supplies. Sewa also helped manage Volunteer Resource Centers and facilitated logistics for incoming aid.
Austin Chapter volunteers, on the ground, helped with cleanup and debris removal at the impacted Leander, TX, Sandy Creek community
“Sewa is committed to standing with our Texas communities during this heartbreaking time,” said Srikant Gundavarapu, President of Sewa International. “We are working directly with families to provide food, shelter, and care—and we are here for the long haul to help rebuild.”
With over 1,000 cleanup requests submitted by residents, the scale of the disaster requires sustained and coordinated action. Sewa is working closely with the Texas Department of Emergency Management, the Salvation Army, local churches, and the San Antonio and Gulf Coast VOAD networks to enhance response and recovery efforts.
“Sewa means selfless service,” said Rakhi Israni, spokesperson for Sewa International. “We are committed to standing with flood survivors - many of whom have lost their homes, livelihoods, and loved ones - and supporting them through every stage of recovery.”
In response to the growing need, Sewa has launched the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Fund to raise $250,000. The fund will support immediate needs such as food kits, hygiene supplies, Walmart and H-E-B gift cards, and temporary shelter, as well as long-term assistance, including rebuilding materials and financial support for families who lost their homes. Currently, 50% of the goal has been raised.
Sewa volunteers are supporting flood-affected communities by assisting at the Salvation Army warehouse in Arlington, TX
Sewa will continue to expand its volunteer operations, strengthen partnerships, and engage the Indian American diaspora and broader U.S. community to support ongoing relief. Key Sewa partners in this response include Ekal Vidyalaya, Vadtal Dham, Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA), Operation Blessing, DISHA-USA, Kannadigas of Dallas-Fort Worth (KADAK), Lohana Association of Dallas-Fort Worth (LADFW), Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), AKM (Agasthiyar Kalai Mandram), and the Vallabh Youth Organization (VYO). Volunteers receive meals, lodging, and logistical support to help them serve safely and effectively. Sewa’s trained disaster volunteers, supported by a strong national coordination team, are working with emergency agencies and local nonprofits to ensure efficient relief delivery.
To support our Texas Hill Country Flood Relief efforts, please donate here:
https://sewausa.org/TexasHillCountryFloodRelief2025
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About Sewa InternationalSewa International (www.sewausa.org) is a 501 (c) (3) Hindu faith-based charitable nonprofit that works in the areas of disaster recovery, education, and development. Sewa has 43 Chapters across the USA and serves regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, or national origin.
