The July Fourth floods caused devastating damage in Hunt, where storm waters surged to 27 feet in less than an hour.
HUNT, Texas — The Hunt Preservation Society (HPS) has launched the Hunt Flood Recovery Fund, which is dedicated to rebuilding the Hunt community that was devastated by catastrophic flooding.
HPS was established in 2001 and has historically been funded by a group of Hunt residents to purchase and gift back assets to the community, including the Hunt Preservation Park and the pavilion built on that property.
But now, for the first time in its history, HPS is asking for outside donations and has established this new fund to focus specifically on the Hunt community.
The July Fourth floods caused devastating damage in Hunt, where storm waters surged to 27 feet in less than an hour.
“The mission of the HPS has always been to preserve, protect, and perpetuate the natural beauty and rich heritage of Hunt for future generations,” noted Ross Rommel, President of the HPS Board of Directors. “The monies raised will be used to continue that mission to support local Hunt community residents and businesses in recovery and rebuilding.”
This event has been organized to make it as easy as possible for residents of Hunt impacted by the flood to get all the information they need to start the recovery process. Representatives from many organizations that can help will be there. Relief funds are also available for those who reside within the Hunt ISD boundaries. Make sure that you bring bring some form of proof of address.
“The CAC has two immediate priorities. We will support displaced Hunt-area families with young children and the elderly who have suffered greatly and lack adequate insurance or access to FEMA assistance. We aim to get families settled before the start of the school year. Second, we are focused on repairing and restoring critical infrastructure throughout the community,” said John Dunn, HPS Board Member, who is leading the Hunt recovery efforts within HPS.
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