# In 2017, J.J. Watt donated $100K for Hurricane Harvey relief, raised $41.6M to help Texas flood victims

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-23T15:44:03+00:00
- Category: World
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In 2017, former NFL star J.J. Watt donated $100,000 to launch a fundraiser for Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas. Initially targeting $200,000, the campaign eventually raised $41.6 million by August 2018. The money helped rebuild more than 600 homes, restore over 420 childcare centres, distribute 26 million meals and provide healthcare to thousands.

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