News Summary
Bubba’s 33 in College Station will hold a fundraising event to support veterans on July 28 and 29. Partnering with Homes For Our Troops, the initiative aims to raise funds for veterans needing specialized housing. Volunteers will stay on the restaurant’s rooftop, soliciting donations. Additionally, Bubba’s 33 will donate $1 from every Patriot Burger sold until July 31. This effort aligns with the mission to help veterans regain independence through accessible housing and community support.
College Station Hosts Fundraiser for Veterans
Bubba’s 33 in College Station is set to host a unique fundraising event on July 28 and 29, 2025, to support veterans in need. The restaurant has partnered with Homes For Our Troops (HFOT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to building specialized homes for severely injured veterans. This initiative aims to raise funds to assist nearly 2,000 veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars who require housing tailored to their physical needs.
During the fundraising event, volunteers will take to the restaurant’s rooftop, staying there for one hour or until they raise $500. While on the roof, volunteers are encouraged to solicit donations from friends and family. If the fundraising goal of $500 is met, Bubba’s 33 will promote the volunteer’s business through its social media channels and display an advertisement on two dining room televisions until November.
In addition to this fundraising effort, Bubba’s 33 is also supporting HFOT by donating $1 from each Patriot Burger sold from now until July 31, 2025. This initiative is part of a broader mission by HFOT to help veterans regain their independence and freedom after facing life-altering injuries.
About Homes For Our Troops
Founded in 2004, Homes For Our Troops is a publicly funded nonprofit organization that has successfully built hundreds of homes across the nation. Its core mission is to create accessible housing for veterans, which includes open floor plans, roll-in showers, and other essential modifications. HFOT not only builds homes but also works closely with veterans to ensure they are located in desirable areas, providing ongoing support even after the keys have been handed over. Remarkably, nearly 90% of HFOT’s funding goes directly to services that benefit veterans.
Community Support and City Developments
In light of the generous spirit shown by local businesses and communities, the College Station City Council has taken significant steps to enhance community facilities, particularly for veterans and their families. Recently, the council approved a concept plan for Veterans Park, which will include three new baseball fields specifically designed for the Brazos Valley Bombers. The new master plan for the park will include various infrastructure and amenity upgrades, including enhanced navigation, comfort, and accessibility features.
The proposed upgrades for Veterans Park encompass new shade structures, improved signage, additional lighting, landscaping, seating areas, and traffic flow modifications. The baseball fields will include one 300-foot field and two 225-foot fields, equipped with expanded parking, LED lighting, dugouts, and batting cages to accommodate players of different ages.
Future Prospects and City Planning
The City Council also reviewed a letter of intent for the Bombers to pursue a long-term usage agreement for the new fields. Proposed additions for the ballpark further include party decks, premium seating, a digital scoreboard, and clubhouses aimed at improving the overall experience of fans and players alike.
Moreover, discussions during the council meeting included a feasibility study for a multipurpose convention center, which could significantly enhance the local economy. The study indicated that College Station lost over $13.2 million in economic impact due to the loss of over 60 events from 2022 to 2024, primarily attributed to space limitations.
The proposed city budget for fiscal year 2026 has also been a topic of interest, with a $474.2 million plan that anticipates a 5% reduction in property tax rates while proposing an increase of 6.3% to the operations and maintenance budget, which will amount to $390.1 million. However, significant capital spending cuts are also on the table.
Financially, the outlook for College Station remains optimistic with Moody’s upgrade to a positive outlook and an A1 bond rating, while S&P Global has maintained an AA+ rating, indicating a strong economic foundation for future community initiatives.
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Additional Resources
- KBTX: Bubba’s 33 College Station Raising Funds
- Wikipedia: Homes For Our Troops
- Fox44 News: A Living Legacy at College Station’s Veterans Park
- Google Search: Veterans Park College Station
- KXXV: Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial Adding Names
- Google Scholar: Veterans Memorial
- KXXV: College Station Approves New Baseball Fields
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Station
- KBTX: Future Veterans Park & Bombers Baseball Partnership
- Google News: College Station Veterans
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