Mavs Foundation Donates $125,000 for Tornado Relief

The Dallas Mavericks Mavs Foundation announced Thursday, May 30, that it is giving $125,000 in emergency funding to nonprofits.

The Mavs Foundation is a nonprofit affiliate of the Dallas Mavericks that has dedicated itself to helping empower the youth, women, and families in need.

Founded in 1996, the foundation has provided grant funding totaling more than $10 million for the past 27 years to help nonprofit organizations serving women, children, and families in need.

The initiative is designed to support communities impacted by the recent tornadoes and severe weather that left many North Texans without shelter and electricity.

The severe storms were part of a deadly storm cell that reached across several North Texas counties, and left Seven people dead, including four children.

The storm also left thousands of North Texans without power.

“The Mavs Foundation’s Emergency Fund was created in order to quickly respond to the ever-evolving needs of our communities,” said Katie Edwards, President of the Mavs Foundation.

The funds will help support the removal of a multitude of programs such as debris removal, cleaning, and outreach assistance for temporary housing for families.

The money will also be used to provide meals and comfort kits with hygiene items, mental and medical health support, long-term recovery resources, and generous donations of water and snacks from Kroger to respite centers.

The funds that will be sent are coming from the Mavs Foundation’s Emergency Grant Fund for disaster relief, economic and pandemic relief, and other emergency grants.

“The recent weather has affected so many families, many who lost loved ones or lost their homes, and thousands who remain without power. We thank the nonprofits and volunteers who continue to provide the services and resources so desperately needed at this time,” said Edwards.

For more information about the Mavs Foundation visit their website.

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