Texas floods: George Strait benefit concert
George Strait announced the “Strait to the Heart” fundraising event on his social media platforms.
The event will be held in Boerne, Texas, on July 27.
“Strait to the Heart” will be an “intimate donor dinner and concert,” according to the announcement. Strait and members of his Ace In the Hole Band are set to perform, along with special guests including William Beckmann, Ray Benson, and Wade Bowen.
How to Attend
Those wishing to attend are encouraged to reserve their spots as soon as possible by emailing [email protected]. Donations collected at the event will go directly to families in need through the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund.
Organizers stress that every dollar raised stays local, helping flood victims repair homes, replace lost belongings, and get back on their feet.
Donations will be collected and distributed by the Vaqueros del Mar Texas Flood Relief Fund. Anyone who wishes to attend the event should email [email protected].
What we don’t know:
There is no information on how many tickets will be available, or where in Boerne the event will be held.
What they’re saying:
The following was included in George Strait’s statement on the announcement:
“The destruction and loss in our community from the recent floods is hard to wrap your head around. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. The goal with this event is to raise meaningful, immediate support that can be put directly into the hands of flood victims without delay, while also honoring the first responders that work tirelessly to save lives…”
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President Donald Trump meets with state and local leaders in Kerr County, where devastating flooding left more than 100 people dead over the Fourth of July weekend.
Big picture view:
Friday, July 11, marked one week since the deadly flooding that happened in Central Texas, starting in Kerr County.
Across the state, at least 120 people were killed in the flooding, and over 170 are considered missing.
Kerr County was hit the hardest during the floods. The county has reported 96 deaths (including 36 children), 161 missing, and several damaged camps and homes.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump met officials and responders in Kerrvile on Friday.
The Heart of a King
Throughout his storied career, George Strait has been celebrated not just for his record-breaking hits and sold-out tours, but also for his unwavering commitment to his home state and its people. From disaster relief to children’s hospitals and military families, he has consistently stepped up when Texas needed him most.
“Strait to the Heart isn’t just the name of the event — it’s what George has always done,” said one longtime fan. “Go straight to the heart, where it matters.”