Residents of Texas have endured catastrophic damage in the wake Hurricane Harvey. Houston, the fourth largest city in the United States, has been hit the hardest with major flooding that has caused billions of dollars worth of damage and has left thousands without food or shelter.
Celebrities have been using their platforms to encourage their followers to come together and pledge their support for the victims of Hurricane Harvey. Stars such as Houston natives Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland, Drake, Meek Mill and Common have all shared messages of love for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. Canadian rapper Drake is said to be “working with local relief groups” while comedian Kevin Hart donated $25,000 to the Red Cross towards relief efforts and has publicly challenged his peers to do the same.
Take a look at some of the messages below. GRIP would like to send our thoughts and prayers to the city of Houston and all those affected by Hurricane Harvey. You can pledge your support by donating to the Red Cross or to local relief organizations.
Praying for #Houston. Please share to help our brothers and sisters in Texas impacted by #HurricaneHarvey. pic.twitter.com/zkJRgk5HCx
— COMMON (@common) August 28, 2017
How to help
Southern Baptist Disaster Relief – Meets the urgent needs of communities in crisis, from serving food to volunteers in rebuilding communities.
Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County – Provides shelter and resources for the homeless of Houston and surrounding areas.
Texas Diaper Bank – Provides diapers to those in need. In everyday life, and especially in times of crisis, diapers are an essential that is incredibly hard to afford.
SPCA Of Texas – Works to rescue and relocate animals caught in Hurricane Harvey.
Portlight – a disaster response organization specifically serving individuals with disabilities.
Driscoll Children’s Hospital – This hospital will be taking in evacuated NICU babies.
Additionally, you can donate to the Red Cross by texting “Harvey” to 90999, visiting RedCross.org or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
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