The most vulnerable families in Houston are supposed to receive these funds to make rent payments in light of economic challenges presented by COVID-19.
"So many are struggling to provide for their families during the COVID-19 pandemic," McNair said in a statement. "It was extremely important to me and my family to step up and make sure the most vulnerable in our community don't lose their homes at this critical time. It's one thing we can do to keep families together and provide some hope to people who need it. I'm thankful to Mayor Turner for providing programs focused on assisting our neighbors."
The McNair donation is added to the millions in funding from the government and private donors. The city's second rental relief package includes $15 million from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) and $5 million from private donors.
The McNairs have already contributed more than $1 million to COVID-19 recovery efforts to help the Houston Food Bank, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, the YMCA of Greater Houston, the Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund, Southern Smoke and more.