James McNeese (Disabled Army Veteran)

Operation Once in a lifetime is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization created to make the dreams of U.S. Service Members, Honorable Discharged Veterans and their families come true. When Operation Once
in a Lifetime was originally created, it was to offer once in a lifetime experiences for our Active Duty Service Members, Veterans and their families, to give once in a lifetime memories that most of our troops and their families would not normally have the opportunity to… Show more

Operation Once in a lifetime is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization created to make the dreams of U.S. Service Members, Honorable Discharged Veterans and their families come true. When Operation Once
in a Lifetime was originally created, it was to offer once in a lifetime experiences for our Active Duty Service Members, Veterans and their families, to give once in a lifetime memories that most of our troops and their families would not normally have the opportunity to have.

Operation Once in a Lifetime truly takes being called the “Make-A-Wish” of the military to heart. However, what we deeply pride ourselves on is that we also recognize the importance of practical wishes, and truly believe every request for help is a wish. We often say, if you do not have food for your family, what would you wish for? Our military, both active duty and Veterans should not worry about not having food, providing beds for their kids, worrying if their electricity will still be on when they go home or if their house will be foreclosed on when serving his/her country.

A soldier needs a program that will provide emergency assistance when needed and during life changing instances, regardless of rank, race, branch of service, disability or deployment status. Too many of our military heroes are turned away from so many organizations because they don’t fit a criteria. Could you imagine serving years in the military with multiple deployments and being turned away from an organization because you are not wounded enough, or you’re the wrong rank, perhaps you served during the wrong time, or wrong war? Our military need a program that can help make a life altering contribution when they are in their greatest need.


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The Samaritan Inn is more than just a place to spend the night; It is a comprehensive program that teaches self-sufficiency and life skills to restore people to independence through training, support, and personalized case management. You’ve heard these stories and your heart goes out to these people, but you think, “What can I do about it?” or “Can I really make a difference?”
The answer is YES! You can make a huge difference by becoming involved with The Samaritan Inn.

MAKING MEALS for the HOMELESS
The First Saturday of every month, at Gordon Biersch in Plano, volunteers gather to make sandwiches for the homeless and less fortunate.
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When: Every 1st Saturday of the month from 8:30am – 11:00am
Where: Gordon Biersch - 7401 Lone Star, Dr b120, Plano, TX 75024
Who Can Come: All adults and young adults, kids 2” taller than the table who can work for 45 minutes—no kids who have to be tended to.
How to Dress: Pull hair back so it doesn’t… Show more

MAKING MEALS for the HOMELESS
The First Saturday of every month, at Gordon Biersch in Plano, volunteers gather to make sandwiches for the homeless and less fortunate.
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When: Every 1st Saturday of the month from 8:30am – 11:00am
Where: Gordon Biersch - 7401 Lone Star, Dr b120, Plano, TX 75024
Who Can Come: All adults and young adults, kids 2” taller than the table who can work for 45 minutes—no kids who have to be tended to.
How to Dress: Pull hair back so it doesn’t hang in your face or wear ball cap, wear anything you can get bleach spots on (bleach is used to clean the tables).
What to bring (in any combination but this is what we recommend):
• 3 Packs of Meat (we prefer chicken or turkey)
• 3 (16 slice) American Cheese
• 4 Loaves of Wheat Bread – try to find a loaf that has 20 slices (not including the ends)
• 1 Container of Raisins
• 1 Bag of Baby Carrots
• 1 (100 ct.) of Sandwich Bags (make sure they zip)

PLEASE TRY TO BRING AN EQUAL AMOUNT OF MEAT, CHEESE & BREAD…
Free parking behind the Restaurant in the parking lot or in front of it (limited space up front).
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AT THE END OF THE DAY WE WILL MAKE ENOUGH SANDWICHES TO FEED OVER 5,000 PEOPLE!
Gordon Biersch will also be open once we are done if you would like to order food or drinks. Here is their Menu and website
All of the food gets delivered to The Soup Mobile.
For more info visit their site here: www.soupmobile.org
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Can't make it and want to donate?
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Freemasonry is perhaps the oldest fraternity still active today, publicly organized in 1717 with the formation of the Grand Lodge of England and based upon traditions at least as old as the late 14th century. It is dedicated to the cause of helping good men become the best husbands, fathers, brothers, and citizens that they can be. It teaches and instills enduring virtues like truth, honor, integrity, charity, perseverance, service, equality, liberty, and justice. Men of good character from all… Show more

Freemasonry is perhaps the oldest fraternity still active today, publicly organized in 1717 with the formation of the Grand Lodge of England and based upon traditions at least as old as the late 14th century. It is dedicated to the cause of helping good men become the best husbands, fathers, brothers, and citizens that they can be. It teaches and instills enduring virtues like truth, honor, integrity, charity, perseverance, service, equality, liberty, and justice. Men of good character from all races and creeds, who can express a belief in Deity and in the immortality of the soul, are welcomed through its doors. No one is asked or invited to become a Freemason. Men with interest in becoming a part of our Fraternity, with an honest and heartfelt desire to be a Mason, must come to us of their own free will. Show less

AVON 39 FOR A TWO-DAY, 39.3 MILE WALK TO FIGHT – AND FUNDRAISE – TO END BREAST CANCER.

Now, more than ever, so many of us are looking to make a difference and take on a personal challenge. AVON 39 is the event for you. Breast cancer will take 40,000 lives in the U.S. this year. Walking and fundraising for AVON 39 means you’re helping to power research and fund programs that support those in need.

The power of 39 is in you.

Our mission is to get resources into the hands of those who need it most. Be it food and clothing, shelter and housing or programs and education – all donations and grants will support children in need.