Texas Governor Delivers Checks from George Strait’s Benefit Concert to Flood Survivors

George Strait Raises $6.25 Million for Texas Flood Victims

On July 27, country icon George Strait turned a small, private show into a lifeline for families devastated by the July 4, 2025 Texas floods. The event, Strait to the Heart, was staged with Vaqueros del Mar at the Estancia at Thunder Valley in Boerne, Texas—and despite the limited seating and tickets starting at $1,000 (with complimentary seats for local first responders), it sold out within days.

A Night of Music With a Mission

The lineup brought together some of country’s most compelling voices—Riley Green, Jamey Johnson, Randy Houser, and more—plus a surprise drop-in from Garth Brooks. What began as an intimate benefit quickly became a landmark moment of generosity and community.

Why the Help Is Urgent

Treacherous flash flooding ripped through Central Texas on July 4, claiming at least 135 lives and causing an estimated $1.1 billion in residential building damage. It stands as the deadliest inland flash flood in the U.S. since 1976 and one of the most destructive natural disasters in Texas history.

The Impact: $6.25 Million Raised

By night’s end, the benefit had generated $6.25 million for the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund (501(c)(3)). Funds are designated to go directly to affected families and support ongoing recovery efforts across the hardest-hit communities.

Checks Delivered to Survivors

Two weeks later, on August 9, Texas Governor Greg Abbott—who attended the show—traveled to Ingram, Texas to help distribute the funds. He personally handed out $25,000 checks to residents who lost their homes, noting, “Our goal is to put a roof over the heads of families whose primary homes were destroyed.” Abbott also acknowledged broader needs like transportation and essentials, adding, “This is just the beginning—more help is on the way.”

Watch Governor Abbott’s visit and distribution clip below