Patrick Mahomes’ mother Randi helped Texas flood victims as jewelry company pledged $1 million to relief efforts (Getty Images)
Randi Mahomes used her social media platform to help bring attention to relief efforts after devastating floods hit Texas in July 2025. On July 8, 2025, The Kansas City Star reported that Randi Mahomes had shared information about James Avery Artisan Jewelry’s fundraising effort on Instagram. Customers could purchase the sterling silver version for $59 or the 14-karat yellow gold version for $330. The company also pledged $1 million to relief efforts. The report did not say that she personally donated $1 million or that she organised the company’s campaign. On July 4, 2025, severe flash flooding struck parts of central Texas, including the area around the Guadalupe River. The Kansas City Star quoted her statement in its July 8 report. Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news , check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule .
The company, which has a workshop in the Texas Hill Country, announced that it would donate 100% of the profits from its “Deep in the Heart of Texas” charm to flood relief efforts through August 4, 2025. The company said demand had risen sharply after the flooding, leaving many stores without stock. James Avery explained the meaning behind the campaign in an Instagram statement: “This charm has always celebrated the pride and resilience of our state, and now, it carries a deeper meaning,” the company said. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines “Our hearts are broken by the devastation from the floods in Wimberley and the tragic loss of so many lives,” Tavia wrote, referring to the victims, including a young member of the Hunt family and the daughters of family friends.
The mother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared a fundraiser that supported communities affected by the disaster. A Texas jewellery company also stepped up with a major financial commitment, offering help to families facing the aftermath of the deadly flooding. The disaster struck close to home for both the Mahomes and Hunt families. As rescue teams worked to help affected communities, fundraising campaigns offered another way for people to support victims and their loved ones. The charm features the shape of Texas with a heart-shaped cutout. Customers could still place orders online, although the company warned that the disaster could delay processing and shipping by six weeks or longer. That commitment stood apart from the charm fundraiser, which directed all profits from the product’s sales toward flood relief. Randi’s role was to share the fundraising information with her followers. The flooding also brought grief to the Kansas City Chiefs community. The disaster caused widespread destruction and claimed lives at Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp. Nine-year-old Janie Hunt, a young relative of Chiefs owner Clark Hunt, died in the disaster. Her death brought the tragedy particularly close to the Hunt family. On Instagram, Tavia Hunt, Clark’s wife, shared a message about the loss. The Mahomes family also has strong ties to Texas. Patrick Mahomes was born in Tyler and played college football at Texas Tech University. His wife, Brittany Mahomes, also comes from Texas and played soccer at the University of Texas at Tyler. As the disaster unfolded, the fundraising efforts gave people another way to support those affected. James Avery’s financial pledge and product campaign offered one route for donations, while Randi’s decision to share the appeal helped spread the message to her audience. For families dealing with loss and displacement that support formed one part of a much larger recovery effort. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.