The devastating explosion at the fertilizer plant in West, Texas has hit home for Willie Nelson. Willie was born and raised just a few miles from West in a town called Abbott and is standing up for his community by donating the proceeds from his show at The Backyard in Austin, Texas on April 28th to the West Volunteer Fire Department.

If you’d like to help the people of West, Texas, here are a few ways to do so:

  • Donate to West Fire Department – West Fire Department, PO Box 97, West, Tx 76691
  • Donate to the victims – PointWest Bank
  • Donate Blood – Click here for info on how you can donate blood at a local location.
  • Medical help for animals is needed: Happy Endings Animal Clinic 254-666-8240, Brazos Valley Boarding Kennels 254-854-4104, La Vega Vet Clinic 254-744-1948

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