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Beyoncé pledges to ‘help as many as we can’ with Hurricane Harvey relief efforts

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Beyoncé pledges to ‘help as many as we can’ with Hurricane Harvey relief efforts

Beyoncé has pledged to do her part to help Hurricane Harvey victims.

The Houston native released an exclusive statement Monday afternoon to the Chronicle regarding the devastating effects still being felt throughout the city.

“My heart goes out to my hometown, Houston, and I remain in constant prayer for those affected and for the rescuers who have been so brave and determined to do so much to help,” she said.

“I am working closely with my team at BeyGOOD as well as my pastor (Rudy Rasmus at St. John’s in downtown Houston) to implement a plan to help as many as we can.”

BeyGOOD, launched in 2013 during the Mrs. Carter World Tour, is a philanthropic effort that partners with global charity organizations to get people employed and provide clothing, counseling, housing, food and medical assistance.

Beyoncé posted a black and white photo on Instagram of herself holding the Texas flag with the caption, “Texas you are in my prayers.” In less than a day it’s received more than 1 million likes.

Drake, Chris Young and Lady Antebellum have also dedicated money and resources to Hurricane Harvey victims.

Katy Perry took a few moments during hosting duties at Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards to send “love” to those affected by Hurricane Harvey.

“All of us here at the VMAs are sending love to the people of southeastern Texas and everyone affected by Hurricane Harvey right now,” Perry said from the stage. She spoke directly into the camera just after the half-hour mark.

“We’re praying for your safety in the days to come and we stand with you as you rebuild because we’re all in this…

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