Todd Graves, the owner and founder of Raising Cane’s, donated $1 million to the American Red Cross to support flood victims, the restaurant announced.
DALLAS — Todd Graves, the Dallas-connected owner of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, donated $1 million to flood relief efforts, the restaurant chain announced.
The devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country resulted in 104 deaths statewide and 84 of those deaths were reported in Kerr County alone, officials said. The tragedy has drawn a massive search and recovery effort to the region.
Graves donated $1 million to the American Red Cross in the aftermath of the devastating flooding, Raising Cane’s said in a press release Tuesday. The Red Cross is providing critical care in Texas Hill Country in the aftermath of the floods, including emergency shelters, mental health support, cleanup and relief supplies, financial aid, and travel assistance, the release states.
“Our hearts break as we witness the devastating impact of the flooding in Kerrville and the surrounding Communities. We’re deeply saddened by the lives impacted and the loved ones lost, and our hearts and prayers go out to everyone impacted,” Graves said. “We’re sending prayers and strength to everyone impacted by this disaster and are grateful for the heroic efforts of first responders and organizations like the American Red Cross for providing critical support and aid to those in need.”
The donation is also a commitment to continue providing aid in support in the weeks and months to come as the tragedy in Central Texas continues to unfold.
Raising Cane’s has over 200 restaurants across the state and the Louisiana-based company has a major corporate presence in North Texas, recently expanding its restaurant support office in Plano. Graves himself is also reportedly a Dallas resident, or at least owns a place here. In 2024, the billionaire purchased an ultra-luxury condo on top of Knox Street tower, the Dallas Business Journal previously reported.
Several other sports teams, companies and individuals have pledged major donations to relief efforts in the aftermath of the flooding. Locally, restaurants are donating proceeds to the recovery process, WFAA previously reported.
There are many ways to help victims of the flood and first responders as recovery efforts continue. To learn more or to make a donation, go here.