After the tragic July 4 floods in Kerr County devastated families and communities across their home state of Texas, the Dude Perfect team felt an urgent call to action. To support the relief and recovery of all affected by the recent floods, the team is fundraising on behalf of the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. Additionally, the group is matching the first $50,000 raised. "Every donation goes directly to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. This nonprofit delivers resources straight to local nonprofits and first responder agencies—the boots-on-the-ground organizations leading both immediate relief and long-term rebuilding. The fund doesn’t provide cash directly to individuals, but it powers the services and partnerships that keep Kerr County strong when they’re needed most. While on the road this month, we’re bringing flood relief to the center of our Hero Tour stops in Texas. At each show (July 8 and 9 in Fort Worth, July 10 in Houston) we’ll be honoring local first responders, and giving every fan a chance to help at the show by donating via our official GoFundMe for the Relief Fund. To multiply the impact, Dude Perfect will match the first $50,000 of donations received. We’re asking the entire DP Family to join us in bringing hope and help to Kerr County. Together, we can make a real difference for those who need it most." Visit the Dude Perfect x Kerr County Flood Relief Fund's GoFundMe: (fb)

"It is with a heavy heart that we share that a beloved WCSA alum, and current Watsonville High School Sophomore, Xavier (X) Mendoza was rushed to the hospital on Monday night, June 30th after complaining of a headache. The doctors discovered a brain bleed, he was put on a ventilator and transferred to Stanford Children's Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. At Stanford, doctors discovered a large mass in his brain which has affected the entire left side of his body and his ability to move and speak. Off the court, X is the oldest of four boys and has always been amazing at being the 'big brother'. Two of his siblings, Joseph and Andre, currently attend WCSA, his youngest brother Dominic will also be starting kindergarten at WCSA in the fall. Each sibling looks up to X and wants to be just like him. Xavier’s mom has always referred to X as my 'gentle giant' because he is the sweetest, kindest, loving boy who always tries to put others first. This is evident by the number of friends X has. Each one worried and deeply shocked to see their vibrant kind hearted friend now incapacitated. At this time there are still a lot of unknowns, but what we do know is that X will have a long road to recovery. His mom is commuting daily from Watsonville to Stanford desperately trying to support her child while holding their family together. X’s parents are facing medical bills, loss of wages in order to be present for their sick child, and indescribable grief and shock. We don't know how long X will be at Stanford but financial support will alleviate some of the burden this difficult time has brought. It will allow his family to focus on X, being with him in the hospital and above all, his recovery, so he can get back to living his life as a normal teenager, doing what he loves most." (fb)