News Summary
In a heartwarming initiative, local girls in College Station, Texas, have launched a lemonade stand that has raised over $20,000 to support flood victims in Kerrville. Located at The Yard Parking Lot, the stand prices lemonade at $5, with options for strawberry or blueberry syrup. Seven community sponsors are matching donations up to $7,000. This effort comes in the wake of devastating floods that resulted in tragic loss of life, showcasing the resilience and compassion of the College Station community amidst a national disaster recovery effort.
College Station – A remarkable community initiative has emerged in College Station, Texas, as residents rally together to support the victims of the catastrophic flooding in Kerrville. A group of local girls has set up a lemonade stand that has successfully raised over $20,000 to assist those affected by this disaster.
The lemonade stand, which is located at The Yard Parking Lot on 1551 Greens Prairie Road, will remain open until 7 p.m. Each cup of lemonade is priced at $5, with options available for adding strawberry or blueberry syrup. Furthermore, all profits from the stand will be directed to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, which will allocate the funds to support the flood victims.
In a generous gesture, seven community sponsors have pledged to match donations collected at the stand, up to $7,000. This initiative allows the funds raised by community members to have an even greater impact, doubling what is collected.
The tragic flooding incident, which occurred over the Fourth of July weekend, has had devastating consequences, resulting in at least 82 confirmed deaths. This includes 27 campers and counselors who lost their lives at a Christian camp, further underscoring the severity of the disaster. The flash floods were triggered by heavy rainfall, which caused water levels in the Guadalupe River to rise by 26 feet in just 45 minutes.
In the wake of this calamity, search efforts for missing individuals are ongoing, spearheaded by firefighters and rescue teams deployed to the area. The community, however, has exhibited resilience and unity, with numerous organizations, including Americares and the American Red Cross, mobilizing swiftly to provide essential assistance such as food, medical supplies, and rescue efforts for both people and pets impacted by the floods.
Harper Durden, one of the young participants in the lemonade stand initiative, conveyed feelings of sadness over the loss of life within the Hill Country due to the floods. Her mother, Meagan Durden, who supervised the lemonade stand, expressed her pride in her daughters’ commitment to aiding others in this time of need.
In addition to the lemonade sales, the community is also offering green ribbons for sale, which residents can tie around trees in memory of those lost at Camp Mystic. This small but meaningful gesture aims to honor the memories of the victims while simultaneously showcasing the community’s collective support.
For those unable to stop by the stand but wishing to contribute, donations can also be made via Venmo or directly at the lemonade stand. This collaborative effort reflects the enduring spirit of the College Station community, driven by a desire to provide comfort and support to those who have endured such tragedy.
As the community continues to come together, the lemonade stand initiative highlights not only the compassion of the residents of College Station but also the broader, nation-wide efforts of countless individuals and organizations ready to assist in recovery efforts for those affected by this natural disaster.
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