Operation BBQ Relief

As we continue to pick up the pieces after Monday’s fire at Camp OBR, your outpouring of support for our mission means the world to us. At its core, the heart of our mission is taking care of people. Whether we’re rushing to disasters, organizing events for veterans and first responders, or hosting survivors of military loss at Camp OBR, taking care of people is what drives us, what fuels our passion, and what defines who we are. This week dealt us a gut punch, and you’ve all shown up to take care of us. To say we’re humbled and grateful is an understatement. Your dedication fuels our resolve, and we promise to honor it every day. So far in 2024, 344 devoted volunteers from across the country have deployed to 10 disaster events and organized 57 non-disaster events providing more than 98,000 meals. Just last week while deployed to Lake Jackson, Texas after Hurricane Beryl, we also welcomed young adult survivors of military loss to Camp OBR. Here they experienced transformative moments through culinary therapy, connection, and outdoor adventures. This is demanding work, often hot, logistically complicated, and hectic, but we wouldn't trade it for the world. As we navigate through this disaster, we want to assure you that with your steadfast support, we’re stronger than ever. We stand ready to care for people whenever and wherever they need us, and no disaster will ever change that. Thank you for standing with us.

As many of you know, a fire broke out at Camp OBR Monday night and destroyed our newly built bathhouse, laundry facilities, garages, and essential equipment. Had it not been for the swift actions of Lakeview Heights Fire Protection District, Benton County Missouri 911, Cole Camp Rural Fire Department, Lincoln County Fire Protection District, Osage Valley Fire Protection District, Stover Rural Fire Department, Gravois Fire Protection District, Warsaw Fire Protection District, Cole Camp Ambulance District, Warsaw Lincoln Ambulance District, and Benton County MO Sheriff's Office, the loss would have been even more devastating. Words cannot fully express the depth of our gratitude for your heroic efforts in isolating the fire and saving the rest of our beloved Camp OBR. The tireless dedication and courage displayed by each of you was truly awe-inspiring. In the face of danger, you acted selflessly, prioritizing the safety and well-being of others above all else. Your commitment to protecting our community is deeply appreciated, and we are profoundly thankful for your hard work and sacrifice. Because of you, we can continue to serve members of the military, veterans, first responders, and families of the fallen at this special healing place. Our heartfelt thanks goes out to every firefighter, emergency medical services professional, and dispatcher involved. You are true heroes, and we will forever be grateful for your service and dedication. #OperationBBQRelief #CampOBR #SupportOurHeroes #FirstResponders

🔥 Fire at Camp OBR🔥 Insurance will help with rebuilding, but we need to replace essential items before our next camp for families of the fallen on July 24th. Please donate now Donate: https://lnkd.in/gYXYQZZR https://lnkd.in/gS7mdSvM

🔥 Urgent: Disastrous Fire Strikes Camp OBR🔥 Last night, just 24 hours after wrapping up our first camp for young adult survivors of military loss from Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), a devastating electrical fire ravaged our newly built bathhouse, laundry facilities, garages, and essential equipment. While the loss is immense, we are grateful that no injuries were reported. While insurance will help with rebuilding, we need to replace essential items before our next camp for families of the fallen on July 24th. We urgently need your support to replace what was lost and rebuild these vital facilities for those who have sacrificed so much. ➡️ Donate now : https://lnkd.in/gAqbcweR Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your unwavering support. With your help we can rise above this challenge and continue making a difference. #CampOBR #DisasterRelief #SupportOurHeroes https://lnkd.in/gS7mdSvM

Today we are delivering our last bulk meals to the amazing people here in Lake Jackson, Texas. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to our dedicated volunteers, sponsors, and donors who made providing 33,000 meals possible. We are grateful to this community for their hospitality and inspired by their resilience in the wake of this disaster. #HurricanBeryl #TexasStrong

Please share today's feeding locations in Lake Jackson, Texas with your friends and family, and follow our social media for daily updates. We will provide free hot barbecue meals to those impacted by Hurricane Beryl at the following times and locations today: Walmart 121 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 11:30 a.m. until we run out 5 p.m. until we run out Lowe's Companies, Inc. 200 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 5 p.m. until we run out Operation BBQ Relief is a beloved organization started by big-hearted Kansas City Pit Masters and renowned for providing hot meals to residents, first responders, and relief workers after disasters. Since 2011, we've provided over 11 million meals! We need your help to continue feeding communities after disasters and enriching heroes’ lives every day. Please donate or register to volunteer at www.obr.org. #OperationBBQRelief #DisasterResponseTeam

Our disaster response team is still serving in Lake Jackson, Texas. Thank you again to our volunteers, sponsors, donors, and followers, for everything you do to make these deployments possible. As of this afternoon we've provided 24,000 meals and we begin serving dinner at 5:00 PM. It's our privilege to ensure those impacted by disasters: residents, first responders, and relief workers have full bellies and warm hearts. Stay posted for another update tomorrow, and if you can, please donate to support our mission at OBR.org. #HurricaneBeryl #TexasStrong #OBRCares #WeAreOBR #DisasterRelief

Please share today's feeding locations in Lake Jackson, Texas and Houston, Texas with your friends and family, and follow our social media for daily updates. We will provide free hot barbecue meals to those impacted by Hurricane Beryl at the following times and locations today: Walmart 121 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 11:30 a.m. until we run out 5 p.m. until we run out Lowe's Companies, Inc. 200 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 5 p.m. until we run out Bammel Middle School 16711 Ella Blvd Houston, TX 77090 12 p.m. until we run out Operation BBQ Relief is a beloved organization started by big-hearted Kansas City Pit Masters and renowned for providing hot meals to residents, first responders, and relief workers after disasters. Since 2011, we've provided over 11 million meals! We need your help to continue feeding communities after disasters and enriching heroes’ lives every day. Please donate or register to volunteer at www.obr.org. #OperationBBQRelief #DisasterResponseTeam

Today marks the start of our third deployment day in Lake Jackson, Texas. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to our volunteers, sponsors, donors, and you for always supporting us. So far we've provided 18,200 meals and we are serving again today, ensuring residents, first responders, and relief workers have full bellies and warm hearts. Stay posted for another update this afternoon, and if you can, please donate to support our mission at OBR.org. #HurricaneBeryl #TexasStrong #OBRCares #WeAreOBR #DisasterRelief

Please share today's feeding location in Lake Jackson, Texas with your friends and family, and follow our social media for daily updates. We will provide free hot barbecue meals to those impacted by Hurricane Beryl at the following locations today at 11:30 a.m. until we run out and at 4 p.m. until we run out: Walmart 121 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 Lowe's Companies, Inc. 200 TX-332 Lake Jackson, TX 77566 Operation BBQ Relief is a beloved organization started by big-hearted Kansas City Pit Masters and renowned for providing hot meals to residents, first responders, and relief workers after disasters. Since 2011, we've provided over 11 million meals! We need your help to continue feeding communities after disasters and enriching heroes’ lives every day. Please donate or register to volunteer at www.obr.org. #OperationBBQRelief #DisasterResponseTeam