Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts

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Dear Partners,

We can't thank you enough for the outpouring of notes and support we've received during the last few days. We have never felt so connected to the world or seen so much kindness as we have experienced during this very challenging time for our region. It has truly been touching. The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority staff and offices are unharmed. Some of us have lost material items, but those can be replaced. The good news is that we are all alive and well. Thank you for all the thoughts and prayers!

For those people who would like to help with the Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts, please know that the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority has setup a Foundation. If you would like to assist, below are methods for you to give a tax deductible donation:

Credit Card Donations

Online:

Sports Authority Foundation - Harvey Relief Fund

By Phone:

Call our Controller, Tom Waggoner at 713-308-5910

Wire Transfer or ACH Instructions

Harris County-Houston Sports Authority

Routing Number (ABA Number) - 113011258

Account Number - 0054222997

Donations by Check

Please make checks payable to the Sports Authority Foundation and mail to:

Harris County - Houston Sports Authority

Partnership Tower

701 Avenida De Las Americas, Suite 450

Houston, TX 77010

Thank you for all of your kind words and support.

Sincerely,

Janis Burke

CEO

Harris County - Houston Sports Authority

Harris County - Houston Sports Authority, 701 Avendia de las Americas, Suite 450, Houston, TX 77010

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