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Kissimmee, Florida – Special Olympics Torch Run

Kissimmee, Florida – Special Olympics Torch Run

On May 16, Operation BBQ Relief was honored to partner with Volunteer Florida to provide 350 delicious meals to Florida law enforcement officers concluding the 2025 Special Olympics Florida Torch Run in Celebration, FL. It was a privilege to give back to the brave men...

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Millington, Tennessee – Vigilant Guard

Millington, Tennessee – Vigilant Guard

Earlier this month, Operation BBQ Relief proudly participated in Vigilant Guard 2025, a large-scale disaster preparedness exercise, alongside first responders, National Guardsmen, and members of Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) in Millington, Tenn....

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Clearwater, Florida – Fire Ops 101

Clearwater, Florida – Fire Ops 101

Operation BBQ Relief was proud to support this year's Fire Ops 101 event, continuing a meaningful tradition now in its third year. In partnership with the International Association of Firefighters, the Pinellas County Fire Chiefs Association, and Clearwater Fire &...

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Dave Meyer

Dave Meyer

From the competition circuit to the heart of disaster zones, Dave Meyer has been part of the OBR family since 2019. "I’ve always volunteered, but when I discovered Operation BBQ Relief while competing in BBQ events, something clicked," Dave said. "Feeding 'The One Hot...

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Hollywood, Florida – Florida Fleet Week

Hollywood, Florida – Florida Fleet Week

On April 26, 2025, Operation BBQ Relief proudly partnered with the USO to serve 325 hot meals to U.S. Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, and their supporters at the Florida Fleet Week “Rock the Night” concert in Hollywood, Florida. Throughout the event, our dedicated...

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TAPS Parents Retreat

TAPS Parents Retreat

On April 23-27, 2025, we had the profound honor of partnering with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) to host a very special retreat at Camp OBR. We welcomed 23 parents who have endured the unimaginable loss of a child in military service, offering...

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