"Caring Beyond the Box"
November 10-12, 2016
The Power of One Ruck March was created to bring awareness about our deployed men and women and raise funds for our mission. They are in need of our support in many ways including food, toiletries, pillows and bedding, and cards of appreciation to remind them they are not forgotten. SPC Carnley was supported by SOS and asked to undertake this massive 83 mile march Nov 10-12 wearing a full pack, hydration system for water, eating MRE’s and living off the land as he and his men did while in the Army Infantry.
You can help by being at a pit stop location along his route signing cards of support, waving flags, cheering him on, holding signs of encouragement for he and all our heroes. This is also a much needed fundraiser for us and we ask that you donate by the mile or as a flat donation to cover shipping costs to send the care boxes overseas. We NEED your help and you CAN make a difference in many lives by donating and volunteering with SOS.
Why SPC Royce Carnley Is Doing This for SOS
My name is Royce Carnley. I’m an Army Veteran who served with 2-16 INF Rangers out of 1st ID. Our unit deployed to Afghanistan in 2012. That’s where I was first introduced to Teresa and Support Our Soldiers (SOS). She told me all about SOS and that they were “adopting” me. Within a couple of weeks I received three boxes and was overjoyed with the taste of home inside. Each was completely stuffed so there was plenty to share with the rest of the platoon. Teresa and SOS continued to send boxes almost on a weekly basis.
Some of you may not know, but our rations were cut so much during our deployment that “hot breakfast” no longer existed. So more than half of our deployment, the food and snacks that SOS sent actually became mission essential to provide us with the calories and protein we needed. All of us were very grateful. Continue Reading. . .
Pit Stops and Event Schedule
Thursday, Nov 10th
8:00am
March begins at Weatherford courthouse lawn – Patriotic attire encouraged
This stop sponsored by VFW Post 4746
6:30-8:00pm
SPC Carnley Arrives Granbury Town Square, Granbury Live Theater exterior*
This stop sponsored by Crites Seamless Gutters
*Except for start and welcome ceremony, all times are approximate.
Friday, Nov 11th
10:00am-12:00pm
SPC Carnley Arrives Godley High School parking lot, Hwy 171*
3:00-5:00pm
SPC Carnley Arrives Lonestar Ranch and Outdoors – Cleburne Hwy 171 and Industrial*
6:00-8:00pm
SPC Carnley Arrives Joshua Light Rail Station – 1013 Joshua Station Blvd. behind Brookshires*
This stop sponsored by 4 Star Equipment
*Except for start and welcome ceremony, all times are approximate.
Saturday, Nov 12
7:00-7:30am
SPC Carnley Arrives HEB Burleson in front of Gas station*
9:30am
SPC Carnley Arrives Crowley City Hall. Supporters are welcome to park and join him here to walk last mile with him*
This stop sponsored by Art Brucks State Farm Insurance
10:00am – 11:00am
Welcome Ceremony at Crowley Veterans Plaza – Patriotic attire encouraged
*Except for start and welcome ceremony, all times are approximate.
Live Music from Jesse Jennings at The Welcome Ceremony
Fort Worth singer, songwriter, and musician Jesse Jennings will be performing in his signature style of “country with a twist” at the welcome ceremony beginning at 9:15am.
Pledge Your Support
While this event has ended, Support Our Soldiers can still use your help. Please consider making a donation by clicking one of the buttons below.
