Moro, Oregon (Fire) / 2,000 Meals Over 3 Days
The Substation Fire began on July 17, 2018 and burned approximately 80,000 acres in Oregon. Due to strong winds, the fire grew rapidly and moved approximately 18 miles in a matter of days. After the Oregon Governor declared a state of emergency, Operation BBQ relief...
Eureka, Kansas (Tornado) / 1,505 Meals Over 2 Days
On Tuesday evening, a tornado ripped through the small town of Eureka for a second time in less than two years. By Wednesday afternoon, Operation BBQ Relief volunteers were on the ground preparing hot BBQ meals for those affected and the first responders helping in...
Kansas City, Missouri
Operation BBQ Relief hosted a Day of Giving with Farmers Insurance. It was Farmers Insurance’s 90th Anniversary, and they worked to do 90,000 acts of kindness. We served meals in conjunction with the Veterans Community Project.
Jacksonville & Southside, Alabama (Tornado) / 1,875 Meals Over 4 Days
On March 19, 2018, a tornado touched down just north of Wellington. The tornado cut an East-bound path of destruction over 34 miles long across the Georgia state line. The tornado strengthened to an EF3 as it entered Jacksonville and damaged buildings across the...
Thank You to Yoder Smokers
Thank you to Yoder Smokers for their generous donation of smokers to OBR! Read more about Yoder Smokers at www.yodersmokers.com.
Aurora, Indiana (Flooding) / 500 Meals Over 1 Day
In February 2018, the Ohio River flooded after waters rose by 60 feet. This was the second highest level that the river had ever reached. Many were unable to return to their homes and businesses after this historic flooding event. Thanks to the efforts of Operation...