South Texas Vocational Technical Institute (STVT) is mobilizing support for families impacted by recent floods in Kerr County and the surrounding Central Texas communities. In partnership with local campuses and residents across the region, STVT is collecting vital donations to deliver directly to affected families this weekend via a multi-truck convoy.
“When disaster strikes, our communities show up,” said Daylan Childress, Sr. Vice President of Operations for Ancora Education. “STVT is honored to be standing alongside our students, staff, and neighbors, offering heartfelt support and essential supplies to families in Kerr County and South-Central Texas. Together, we can offer genuine support and make a profound difference when it’s needed most.”
Community Call to Action
STVT is accepting donations of:
- Bottled water and electrolyte drinks
- Non-perishable foods (wrapped snacks, beef jerky, canned food items, etc.)
- Tools (rope, shovels, rakes, work gloves, safety glasses, etc.)
- New towels and blankets
- Hygiene kits (deodorant, sunscreen, toothbrush/toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, etc.)
- Cleaning supplies
Visit our donation page for the full list of accepted donations.
Donation Collection Schedule
Drop-offs welcome at the following campuses during campus lobby hours:
- STVT Arlington Campus 2241 S. Watson Road, Suite 181, Arlington, TX 76010 Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM and Friday from 8AM to 5PM
- STVT Corpus Christi Campus 2000 S. Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78416 Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM and Friday from 8AM to 5PM
- STVT San Antonio Campus 734 SE Military Dr., San Antonio, TX 78214 Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM, Friday from 8AM to 5PM, and Saturday 8AM–11AM
- STVT Weslaco Campus 1600 North Westgate Dr., Suite 400, Weslaco, TX 78599 Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM and Friday from 8AM to 5PM
- STVT Brownsville Campus 1900 North Expressway, Suite O, Brownsville, TX 78521Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM and Friday from 8AM to 5PM
- STVT McAllen Campus 1800 South Main, Suite 500, McAllen, TX 78503 Donations accepted Tuesday – Thursday 8AM to 7PM and Friday from 8AM to 5PM
Relief Convoy Deployment
STVT’s truck convoy will depart the STVT San Antonio campus on Saturday, July 12 at 12PM, delivering donated goods directly to the VFW 1480 in Kerrville, Texas to assist the recovery efforts and families in need across the county.
For more information, or for an interview with Daylan Childress, please contact Silver Hogue at silver.hogue@hck2.com or call 214-697-3113.