Kerrville, Texas (Flood) / 45,837 Meals Over 18 Days
On July 4th, 2025, floodwaters ripped through Kerrville and the surrounding Texas Hill Country—washing out roads, destroying homes, and claiming at least 135 lives. Entire communities were left grieving, without power, and unsure of what would come next. Operation BBQ...
TAPS Young Adults Retreat
From June 25 to 29, 2025, young adults from across the country gathered at Camp OBR for a healing retreat in partnership with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). Each came carrying the loss of a parent, sibling, or spouse who served in the military....
Oronoco, Minnesota – Oronoco Lions Club
Through The Always Serving Project®, we don’t just show up in times of crisis — we also show up to serve when it brings people together. On June 21, 2025, Operation BBQ Relief teamed up with the Oronoco Lions Club, part of a global organization dedicated to...
Evans, Georgia – First Responders Appreciation Luncheon
On June 21, 2025 American Legion Post 192 and Operation BBQ Relief came together in Evans, Georgia to host a First Responder Appreciation Luncheon. Firefighters, police officers, EMTs, medical professionals, and line workers from across the country were invited for a...
TAPS Widows and Significant Others Retreat
From June 18 to 22, 2025, Camp OBR welcomed a remarkable group of widows and significant others who have lost their life partners in military service. In partnership with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), this retreat offered space to reconnect with...
Lone Jack, Missouri – Army Family Day
To all the Army families out there–thank you. On June 7, 2025 we had the honor of celebrating you. Through The Always Serving Project™, Operation BBQ Relief provided 100 meals at a unit family day for active-duty soldiers and families of the 445th Medical Detachment...