July 14, 2025
As needs grow in Texas, MDS is there
As needs grow in the wake of deadly flooding in Texas, Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) volunteers are on the ground, continuing to clear debris, removed damaged trees, assess damages, and pray with communities.
As of July 14, MDS was focusing assessments on three counties in the flood-battered area: Kerr, Tom Green, and Travis.
The work goes on even as new flooding hit the same areas on July 13, prompting dozens of swift-water rescues. The first deluge in Texas, over July 4, has killed at least 132 people, including 106 in Kerr County alone.
Working with emergency management officials, MDS has identified 614 homes in Kerr County, 232 homes in Tom Green County, and 230 homes in Travis County, that need major repairs or rebuilding.
Groups of volunteers from Seminole Mennonite Church worked on the ground last week and plan to return this week. An MDS tool trailer will arrive this week to support volunteers.
How can you help?
Donate. Consider donating to MDS so that even more volunteers can have the resources to provide relief.
Volunteer. Get on the waiting list now so you’ll be ready when it’s your turn. And don’t forget there are many ways to volunteer, such as crafting wall hangings or becoming a church contact person.
Pray. Pray for MDS volunteers, for first responders, and for all the people who have lost loved ones in this terrible disaster.
