Disaster Relief
Working in a state prone to many types of weather-related natural disasters, Firm Foundations is committed to helping our communities rebuild when tragedy strikes.
Hill Country Flood of 2025
In the summer of 2025, rapid rainfall and flash flooding along the Guadalupe River caused devastating flooding in Central Texas, claiming the lives of 135 and leaving many families with total housing and property loss. Thanks to a generous donation from Fairway Home Mortgage as well as several other donors from within our communities, Firm Foundations had the opportunity to distribute over $1 million in flood-relief assistance to more than 280 Texas Hill Country families.
Many families lost their homes, vehicles, belongings, and even loved ones — yet they showed extraordinary bravery, strength, and gratitude. Many shared that losing their possessions reminded them of what matters most: family, community, and relationships. Their courage and resilience is humbling, and continues to be truly inspiring.
Salado Tornado of 2022
In 2022, a tornado hit Salado, TX, just miles away from one of our Wood Group offices. Many families were displaced and some lost everything they had. Firm Foundations had the privilege of helping a family clean up their property from the storm damage sustained, including the loss of their entire home and every tree on their property.
Laura Palmer, Firm Foundations Ambassador, said:
I’m always touched by the people I get to call my work family. These people showed up with all their heart yesterday after a last minute call to come help with cleanup. They worked hard and got to talk with the family about the day the storm hit. Tears, goosebumps, and a lot of “that was God” moments. So thankful their hearts. Through all the damage, there is still so much beauty. A son who was protected by the only walls that didn’t collapse or blow away. All the dogs, cats & chickens that survived. Little memories still being found in the rubble.
