06/19/2026
Operation BBQ Relief has deployed to Charleston, Illinois, in response to the devastating tornado. We’re on the ground serving hot meals and hope to families and first responders
❤️FREE MEAL DISTRIBUTION TODAY!❤️
đź“…Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
âś…Double-check the location and time before heading out.
âś…Locations change daily, so stay updated!
Operation BBQ Relief, a nonprofit founded by Kansas City pitmasters, feeds communities after disasters and enriches heroes’ lives every day. Since 2011, we’ve provided over 13 million meals to communities far and wide.
How can you help us feed more people impacted by disasters?
âś…Donate at OBR.org to help fuel our mission to feed communities after disasters and enrich heroes' lives every day.
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⬇️ TODAY’S FREE BBQ SITES AND TIMES⬇️
📍Walmart
2250 Lincoln Ave
Charleston, IL 61920
đź•’11 a.m. until run out, 4 p.m. until run out
📍Northside Baptist Church
414 N 5th St
Charleston, IL 61920
đź•’11 a.m. until run out, 4 p.m. until run out
📍Doudna Fine Art Center
1860 South Ninth St
Charleston, IL 61920
đź•’11 a.m. until run out, 4 p.m. until run out