Kevin Hart, Chris Young donate to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts

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01 September, 2017

"In times like these, you turn to your friends to help those in need and that's exactly what I'm doing", the country star says in the clip.

Be wary of claims that 100 percent of donations will assist relief victims.

Harvey is the strongest hurricane to hit Texas in decades, killing at least two, flooding thousands of homes and causing damage reminiscent to that of Katrina 12 years ago, with FEMA administrator Brock Long telling CNN the agency is "gearing up for the next couple years".

Thankfully, many of Kev's celebrity friends have already followed in his steps in donating $25K to Red Cross, that being T.I., DJ Khaled, Wendy Williams, and Nicki Minaj to name a few. The GoFundMe campaign has so far raised an addiotnal $45,000.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has also set up a special Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, which is accepting tax-deductible donations.

Naturally, people want to help. We've got all the way up to senior citizens.

Since then, countless celebrities have announced their donations from monetary to providing shelter, clothing, food and medical supplies.

Along those lines, the BBB says to never send cash through the mail, and to be careful donating through money transfer smartphone apps like Venmo and Zelle. These contributions will be allocated to The American Red Cross and other worthy charities with the goal of immediately sending funds to relief efforts directly involved in providing aid and recovery. They're now on the ground at a staging area in Austin, Texas.

"Others have joined on the hashtag "#HoustonStrong" to spread the word and connect folks looking to help.

The Red Cross is often the first charity that comes to mind during natural disaster relief efforts.

"This is going to be a long-term event". He predicts this disaster will affect more people and property than Hurricane Katrina did in 2005. "So man this is for everybody out there in Texas for the relief and everything".

'Having someone like Sandra Bullock make this kind of commitment, it helps bring people together and open their hearts and be even more generous'.

Beyonce had earlier pledged her support to the victims, saying she will consult with her foundation BeyGOOD and her pastor.

Make sure your donation is secure by going through an organization's official website or sending a check in the mail.

Texas, we are thinking about you and we love you and we're here for you.


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