Gail Simmons
On this Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, we want to spotlight a very special volunteer - Gail Simmons. Gail volunteers with Operation BBQ Relief in memory of her son, PFC Ryan Simmons, who served with the U.S. Army in Iraq. He suffered from PTSD and other injuries...
OBR’s 18-Vehicle Caravan Traveled to Florida to Respond to Hurricane Helene
OBR's 18-Vehicle Caravan Traveled to Florida to Respond to Hurricane Helene on Sept. 27, 2024
Fox 13 Memphis – Hurricane Helene
Mid-South volunteers ready to serve up hot meals to those hit hard by Helene
Operation BBQ Relief Prepares for Helene
As Tropical Storm Helene continues its path toward Florida’s Gulf Coast, we are staging equipment in Alabama to respond quickly. Please listen to this important message from our CEO and Co-Founder Stan Hays, then visit our website at OBR.org to donate or register to...
Hurricane Helene – Multiple Locations (Hurricane) / 595,461 Meals Over 29 Days
Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on the Southeast called for an unprecedented response, and our team rose to the challenge. In just 29 days, our dedicated crew provided nearly 600,000 meals in five states, reaching people in need in Florida, Georgia, North...
Dallas, Texas – BBQ for Our Heroes
We were honored to partner with the Assist the Officer Foundation - Dallas to provide 2,000 meals for their “BBQ for our Heroes” fundraiser held in Dallas, Texas on September 19, 2024. The event raised money for the family of Officer Darron Burks, who was killed in...