Rebuild Texas Fund

Rebuild Texas Fund

Administrator: OneStar Foundation

Geographic Scope: Texas statewide (disaster-impacted communities)

Overview:
The Rebuild Texas Fund channels Texan generosity into communities affected by natural disasters, ensuring that 100% of every dollar donated directly supports recovery efforts. OneStar is committed to supporting the recovery and rebuilding of Texas communities impacted by natural disasters. The fund collaborates with local leaders, community funders, and recovery organizations to identify community-driven priorities, unmet needs, and funding gaps.

Mission:
Equip Texas communities with expertise, resources, and tools to be more resilient during all phases of disaster (preparation, response, recovery, mitigation).

Funding History:
Since inception in 2017, the Rebuild Texas Fund has:

Raised over $105.3 million

Provided grants to over 300 organizations

Supported recovery from:

- Hurricane Harvey
- COVID-19 pandemic
- Wildfires (including Crabapple Fire in Gillespie County - $85,000 raised in 2025)
- Other natural disasters

Recent Disaster Funds Established:
1. Crabapple Fire Relief Fund (2025) - $85,000 raised to support Gillespie County wildfire recovery, administered with Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
2. Panhandle Disaster Relief Fund (2024) - Supports families and communities affected by Panhandle and South Plains wildfires in February 2024, administered locally by Amarillo Area Foundation

Eligible Uses:

Community-identified recovery priorities

Filling unmet needs and funding gaps

Supporting immediate and long-term disaster recovery

Building resilience and preparedness

Application Process:
Organizations in disaster-impacted areas can apply for funding. OneStar works with local leaders and community foundations to identify eligible recipients and ensure transparent, community-driven distribution of recovery funds.

Services & Support:

Disaster Resilience Training & Consulting

Partnership with Texas VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster)

Rapid fund establishment during emergencies

Local advisory committees for transparent fund distribution

Contact:
OneStar Foundation
2200 East Martin Luther King Blvd, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78702
3000 Pegasus Park Dr, Suite 718
Dallas, TX 75247
onestarfoundation.org

Website: onestarfoundation.org (Rebuild Texas section)