ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX (May 7, 2026) — Operation Forward, a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting veterans in need, is proud to announce its upcoming Veteran Giveaway Celebration taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Rockwall Ford.
The event will bring together businesses, community leaders, nonprofits, and residents from across Rockwall County to honor and celebrate one deserving veteran selected through a nomination process led by local community leaders.
Operation Forward was created with one mission in mind: to provide a “life reset” for a local veteran and their family through the generosity of businesses and organizations willing to stand together and make a lasting impact.
The selected veteran will receive a variety of life-changing gifts, services, and support packages donated by community partners and sponsors, including:
• A vehicle generously donated by Group 1 Rockwall Ford
• Health and wellness support
• Fitness memberships and services
• Chiropractic and wellness care
• Home and lifestyle services
• Photography and videography services
• Grooming and personal care services
• Business and community support packages
• Additional gifts and services provided by local sponsors
Participating organizations and community partners currently include:
• Artisan Masonry & Granite
• Vitale Health Clinic
• Olalde Insurance Agency, LLC
• Modern Woodmen of America
• 1885 Barbershop
• Snooze Mattress + Wellness
• Alchemy & Soul
• Envite Chiropractic
• Freshly Clean
• Legends Fit
• Celebrate Media
• Additional community sponsors and partners
Operation Forward would also like to extend a special thank you to the Rockwall County mayors serving on the Veteran Selection Committee for their time, leadership, and commitment to carefully reviewing each nomination and selecting the veteran recipient for this year’s giveaway.
Participating mayors include:
• Mayor Tim McCallum — Rockwall
• Mayor Bryan McNeal — McLendon-Chisholm
• Mayor Jeremiah McClure — Heath
• Mayor Andrew Greenberg — Fate
• Mayor Janet Nichol — Royse City
“This is more than just an event — it is a community coming together to honor service, restore hope, and remind our veterans that they are seen, valued, and loved,” said Stavros Kaplaneris with Operation Forward. “We are incredibly thankful to every sponsor, volunteer, city leader, and community member helping make this possible.”
Operation Forward is also extending an open invitation to all veteran-owned businesses throughout Rockwall County and surrounding communities to participate in the event by setting up a booth FREE of charge.
Veteran-owned businesses interested in participating must submit a booth request by emailing:
Community members can also follow event updates and RSVP through the official Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/share/18wufhetGf/
The event will feature vendor booths, community engagement, giveaways, family-friendly activities, sponsor showcases, and the official announcement and celebration of the selected veteran recipient.
Community members are encouraged to attend, support local veterans, and celebrate the power of unity and generosity throughout Rockwall County.
For sponsorship information, vendor participation, or additional event details, please contact:
Stavros Kaplaneris
Operation Forward
rockwallveterantx@gmail.com
407-459-6843
Press release and photos submitted by Operation Forward.
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