Rebuild Texas Fund

Rebuild Texas Fund

Administrator: OneStar Foundation

Geographic Scope: Texas - Communities affected by natural disasters

Overview:
The Rebuild Texas Fund is OneStar's disaster recovery and resilience initiative that channels Texan generosity into communities affected by natural disasters. The fund provides rapid and essential support to help communities recover, rebuild, and build resilience.

Mission:

Support recovery and rebuilding of Texas communities impacted by natural disasters

Ensure 100% of every dollar donated directly supports recovery efforts (no administrative overhead)

Collaborate with local leaders, community funders, and recovery organizations

Identify community-driven priorities, unmet needs, and funding gaps

Historical Impact:

Since inception in 2017: Raised more than $105.3 million

Grants awarded: Over 300 organizations have received funding

Supported disasters: Hurricane Harvey, COVID-19 pandemic, wildfires, and other disasters

How It Works:
1. When disasters strike, OneStar establishes disaster-specific relief funds
2. Funds are managed in partnership with local community foundations or established locally
3. An Advisory Committee composed of local leaders reviews damage assessments and makes recommendations
4. Distribution ensures local decision-making and community-driven priorities
5. Full transparency reporting on all funds received and distributed

Example: Crabapple Fire Relief Fund (2025)

Established: March 16, 2025

Funds raised: $85,000

Coverage: 9,858 acres near Fredericksburg in Gillespie County

Managed by: Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country

Distribution timeline: End of April 2025

Advisory Committee included local leaders from Hill Country Community Needs Council, churches, and nonprofits

Eligible Recipients:

Individuals, families, and businesses affected by declared disasters

Nonprofits and organizations serving disaster-affected communities

Priority given to unmet needs and funding gaps identified by local partners

Contact Information:

OneStar Foundation

2200 East Martin Luther King Blvd, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78702

3000 Pegasus Park Dr, Suite 718, Dallas, Texas 75247

Website: onestarfoundation.org

Related Programs:

Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund - Specific fund for Panhandle and South Plains wildfires (February 2024), administered by Amarillo Area Foundation

Disaster Resilience Training & Consulting

Texas VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster)