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Homegrown Heroes: Back to School Bash

September 6 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Calling all military and veteran families!

Start the school year with a celebration made just for you. Join Operation Honor: Rural Salute’™ and Grand Canyon University for the Homegrown Heroes: Back to School Bash — a fun-filled day honoring the youngest members of our military community.

Date: Saturday, September 6th

Time: 10 AM – 3 PM

Location: Salem Methodist Church, 2165

Middle Road, Eastover, NC 28312

 

Here’s what families can look forward to:

Free food & treats

– Outdoor games, bounce house, and kid-friendly fun

Local resources and vendors brought directly into this underserved community

# Opportunities to connect, belong,

and build stronger support networks

* A day designed to celebrate and support the youngest members of our military community

This isn’t just another event—it’s a step toward changing how rural military and veteran families are recognized and supported.

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