Kingsport, TN / 2022
"To say the last few days were amazing is an understatement. The entire Operation BBQ Relief staff and volunteers along with Certified Angus Beef ® brand Chef Michael Ollier shared so much BBQ knowledge with first responders from throughout the region. Our Pit Master,...
Tallahassee, Florida
Operation BBQ Relief served lunch at the state of Florida Emergency Operations Center during their mock disaster. Thank you to all the volunteers and staff members that helped share the healing power of BBQ with the emergency management teams.
Fayetteville, NC / 2022
"The first BBQ Basics of 2022 was a huge success! We had a great team that worked well together and an AMAZING group of veterans participating in BBQ Basics. We were also able to feed the homeless community and the staff on shift at Fayetteville VA NC Coastal Health...
Gardner, Kansas
"Operation BBQ Relief was privileged to serve a VIP dinner to veterans, active military members, and their families. The dinner was hosted by FISH - Friends In Service of Heroes. It is always an honor to cook and serve a meal to those that have given so much. We were...
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (Wildfire) / 2,215 Meals Over 7 Days
Operation BBQ Relief thanked the first responders who helped with the wildfires in Pigeon Forge, TN. First responders from over 70 agencies assisted in the firefight. A delicious BBQ meal cooked by Operation BBQ Relief champion pitmasters is more than just sustenance...
Mayfield, Kentucky
Operation BBQ Relief volunteers and staff returned to Mayfield, Kentucky to team up with the Gary Sinise Foundation to host an appreciation dinner for first responders. We are reminded of the powerful impact of a hot meal for communities that are still recovering...