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A
group of Dallas based supporters providing food and
supplies for our soldiers. Steak Team Mission prepares and
serves steak dinners to soldiers in harms way to remote
and hazardous areas determined by date and location by the US
Military.
You
can help with our cause by contributing any way you can. Money,
supplies, time, etc. We take supplies for the soldiers
that they need or just would like to have to make their time
away a little easier. Contact us to help.
We
are a private, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization
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February 5th, 2012
STM Team and 3,000 Steaks
headed to
Camp Beuhring, Kuwait
to cook Super Bowl Sunday
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May 2012 -
Afghanistan
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Steak Team Mission
grills on the
USS George H.W. Bush
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd
Class Derrik Noack, USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) Public Affairs
USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH, At Sea (NNS)
-- Sailors aboard USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) enjoyed made-to-order
steaks provided by the Steak Team Mission during a steel beach picnic
on the ship's flight deck Nov. 2.
Steak Team Mission has grilled sirloins for troops all over the world
since the organization was founded in 2002 by Harvey Gough, who once
ran eight restaurants in Dallas. Gough created Steak Team Mission
after the 9/11 teerorist, to show his support for military members. As
the Steak Team Mission approaches its 10-year anniversary, it shows no
signs of slowing down.
"Just this year we served steak dinners for troops in Honduras,
Afghanistan, Korea, Fort Sam Houston and now George H.W. Bush,"
said Ellen Manzo, a member of the Steak Team Mission.
The non-profit, Dallas-based organization brought their Texas heat to
the ship's crew, who devoured the 4,700 steaks and jalapeno-stuffed
side dishes - flown all the way from the United States.
"They really cooked up some high-quality steaks for us,"
said Aviation Electrician's Mate Airman Yunmie Lee, assigned to
Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department's IM-3 division. "I
think it was an ingenious way to show their appreciation."
No steak lunch is complete without a picnic. Sailors fanned out across
the flight deck to soak up the sun and play games like hacky sack,
golf and baseball.
"I love the atmosphere up here," said Boatswain's Mate
Seaman Danielle Koerber, assigned to Deck Department's 1st division.
"The weather is perfect for a picnic."
Although the day was all about Sailors taking a break and eating
flame-grilled steaks, Steak Team Mission members also appreciated all
that they took in during their time aboard the ship.
"I feel rewarded after seeing the ship and hearing about the
different jobs everyone has," said Manzo. "Sailors here have
been very appreciative, and it's definitely a two-way street. I
appreciate and admire them for all they do."
Brock Compton, a member of the Steak Team Mission, said he was
thankful for the opportunity to show his support and observe the
camaraderie between Sailors.
"There is a family-like bond that exists between Sailors,"
said Compton. "It's been great to witness the way everyone looks
out for one another."
Steak Team Mission's goal during their time on the ship was to boost
the morale of the crew and give them an unforgettable experience - a
goal that was clearly accomplished.
"These people came all this way on their own dime to serve us
steak," said Electronics Technician 2nd Class Naomi Morgan,
assigned to Reactor Department's Control division. "That doesn't
happen often. I'll definitely remember today as one of the highlights
of this deployment."
George H.W. Bush is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of
responsibility on its first operational deployment conducting maritime
security operations and support missions as part of Operations
Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.
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I wanted to write and personally thank you and your
organization for all of the time you dedicated and of
course for the awesome barbecue that you shared
with everyone on "Team Bush". The experience
that you provided was a first for many and will be
remembered by all.
Again, thank you for your untiring support of
the
USS George H.W. Bush and the United States Navy. You are great
Americans!
Brian E. Luther
Captain, U.S. Navy
Commanding Officer
USS George H.W. Bush (CNV 77)
Thank you again for your recent visit to USS George
H.W. Bush. Your selfless contribution of time and resources is
inspirational-you really gave our Sailors a taste of something
special. The food was superb, the service was wonderful, and the
experience provided by your crew was truly unmatched. Our
Sailors loved it-
it was one of the most memorable experiences of the cruise.
Thank you again for your personal contribution to the
morale of our Soldiers and Sailors. I look forward to seeing you
again in the years to come.
N.W. Tyson
Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy
I just wanted to pass on my thanks again for you and
your Steak Team's visit to Task Force Leatherneck. We are still
getting comments from Marines, that were able to enjoy the steaks,
that it was the best meal they ever had in Afghanistan. The amount of
media interest that your visit generated was overwhelming. I hope that
you and your team made it back to Texas safely and are enjoying being
back with their families. If there is anything that you need from the
Marines in Afghanistan, please let me know.
Semper Fidelis, Col Kyle Nickel
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