Drop Day in the Cold. Showing Up When It Matters Most
15 December 2025. while temperatures dropped across Houston, five men from F3 stepped forward to serve alongside Operation Patriot Packs for a cold weather drop day focused on our homeless veterans and others living outdoors. It was late, it was cold, and it was exactly where help was needed.
For several hours, our teams moved block by block, checking on people who had nowhere warm to go. Conversations came first. Respect always came first. Supplies followed with purpose and care.
Hundreds of critical cold weather items were distributed, including hand warmers (courtesy of Patriot Packs - a Veteran owned company here in the US), blankets, hoodies, wool hats, gloves, scarves, sleeping bags, emergency thermal blankets, water, and hygiene kits. Each item was a reminder that someone sees them and someone cares enough to show up.
We were joined by William Ferguson, owner of Fort Harris Fence based in Sugar Land, and Alex Sowell, owner of Double Dave’s Pizza of Missouri City, who brought hot pizza and helped us make sure everyone we encountered had a warm meal along with warm gear. In moments like these, a hot slice can mean just as much as a blanket.
What stood out most was not the number of items handed out, but the moments in between. Sitting down at eye level. Listening. Sharing food. Making sure no one felt invisible on a cold Houston night.
The impact of the evening was even recognized by KPRC News Houston, here, who highlighted the community effort to protect vulnerable residents as temperatures dropped. That visibility matters, because it helps remind the wider community that this work is ongoing and necessary.
This drop day was a powerful example of what happens when neighbors step up together. Volunteers, local partners, and supporters all played a role in turning concern into action.
Winter is not over. The need is not over. And Operation Patriot Packs will continue to show up, one drop day at a time.
If you would like to be part of the next outreach, stay connected with us and help us keep our veterans and neighbors safe, warm, and remembered.
