HOUSTON — A committee has approved $1.65 million in emergency grant money for Houston-area residents who need immediate help with repairing their homes due to damage caused by the winter storm.
The money for the emergency grants came from the money raised for the Greater Houston Winter Storm Relief Fund. In just one week, the donations given to the fund have reached $7.1 million, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Monday during a press conference.
The latest donation came from former Houston Rockets player Russell Westbrook, who gave $100,000.
The emergency grant money will not be directly available to residents. Instead, the money will be given to local nonprofit organizations that can help residents repair their homes as quickly as possible. Repairs include busted pipes and water damage.
A list of organizations receiving the emergency grant money can be found here.
Mayor Turner said those in dire need of help should text 'HOUSTONFREEZE' to 898-211 for assistance, resources and the latest updates on the Greater Houston Winter Storm Relief Fund.
Para obtener información sobre los fondos del Houston Harris County Winter Storm Relief Fund que pueden estar disponibles para ayudar con la plomería y las reparaciones del hogar, envíe un mensaje de texto con 'HOUSTONAYUDA' al 898211.
Applications are not open at this time, but if you have texted that number, then you'll be one of the first notified when the online application is available.
The fund is still accepting donations. If you are interested in donating, click here or text 'HOUSTONFREEZE' to 51555.