Chris & Morgane Stapleton Donate $1 Million to Texas Flood Relief: ‘We Stand With You’

Chris & Morgane Stapleton Donate $1 Million to Texas Flood Victims Amid Rising Death Toll
Country stars step up in Texas’ darkest hour with a powerful act of compassion

The devastating floods that ripped through Texas over the Fourth of July weekend have left the state in mourning—and the nation watching in shock. As of July 13, the official death toll has climbed to 132 lives lost, marking one of the deadliest natural disasters in recent state history.

Among the hardest-hit areas was the Texas Hill Country, where the Guadalupe River surged 26 feet near Kerrville. Entire communities were uprooted, families displaced, and structures torn apart in a matter of minutes.

Tragically, 27 of the victims were campers and counselors from Camp Mystic, a beloved Christian girls’ summer camp that sat along the riverbanks. The floodwaters struck swiftly, leaving many with no time to escape.

Amid the Heartbreak, Heroes Emerge

While the flood left a trail of destruction, it also revealed acts of breathtaking courage.

One young man, Matthew Crowder, rushed to warn a mother and her children before floodwaters reached their home—saving their lives. Days later, the family reunited with Crowder, who they now call their “angel.”

Another family, in a miraculous twist, returned to their destroyed home only to find their missing dog sheltered inside the washing machine, alive and safe.

Coast Guard swimmer Scott Ruskan became a national hero after rescuing 165 people, but he deflected the praise:

“The real heroes were the kids on the ground. They were going through the worst time of their lives—and still showed courage.”

Chris & Morgane Stapleton Answer the Call

As Texas continues to mourn and rebuild, help is pouring in—not just from emergency services, but from country music royalty as well.

Grammy-winning superstar Chris Stapleton and his wife, Morgane, are known for their heartfelt songs—but now, they’re making headlines for an even bigger act of generosity.

On July 12, their charitable fund, Outlaw State of Kind, announced a $1 million donation to support both national and local organizations providing direct flood relief in Texas.

“Outlaw State of Kind has donated $1 million to support national and local organizations providing flood relief in Texas,” the couple shared via social media.

The funds will be distributed among several key partners:

• Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country

• Texas Search and Rescue (TEXSAR)

• World Central Kitchen (founded by Chef José Andrés)

• Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Foundation, supporting displaced animals

A Community United Through Music, Compassion & Courage

The Stapletons aren’t the only ones stepping up. Country legends like George Strait and Robert Earl Keen are organizing upcoming benefit concerts, while Josh Weathers’ recent virtual fundraiser has already pulled in over $430,000.

Professional sports teams, Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves, and Yellowstone actor Cole Hauser have also joined the growing list of donors offering financial and material support.

In a time when so many feel helpless, it’s clear that music still has the power to heal—and that stars like Chris and Morgane Stapleton are using their platform for something far greater than fame.

Final Word

The road to recovery in Texas will be long. But with heroes on the ground, generosity from every corner of the country, and voices like Chris and Morgane’s lifting communities through action, there is still hope in the heartbreak.

“In moments like this, we’re reminded of what country music is really about—family, resilience, and standing together.”