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Site title: Operation BBQ Relief - Healing power of BBQ in times of need

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During Memorial Day weekend, on May 23, 2026, Operation BBQ Relief’s The Always Serving Project® touched down in Racine, Wisconsin.

At the Racine Raiders Armed Forces Appreciation Night, we fired up the smokers to serve veterans and active-duty military members ahead of their game against the Illinois Grizzlies.

More than just a meal, this tailgate was a celebra...


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On May 22, 2011, an EF5 tornado devastated Joplin, Missouri – changing lives forever. But out of the rubble, Operation BBQ Relief was born.

In the immediate aftermath of that disaster, a group of competitive pitmasters from eight states mobilized, providing more than 120,000 meals in just 13 days. That spontaneous act of compassion led directly to the founding of Opera...


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TX SAREX

On May 20, 2026, Operation BBQ Relief headed to San Antonio to support the Texas Search and Rescue Exercise (TX SAREX).

TX SAREX brings together first responders, the National Guard, and the U.S. Coast Guard to simulate real-world disaster scenarios and sharpen interagency coordination. To show our appreciation, our team served up 300 hot, comforting meals to the heroe...


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