2025 Veterans First Responders
During his second deployment, SSG Shilo Harris’s armored vehicle was struck by an IED. Shilo survived with severe third degree burns on 35% of his body. Come hear his incredible story of resilience and belief.
Fellowship Power Lunch
Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch
Our Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch is held annually in November in Frisco, Texas. Every year, we feature a veteran as our keynote speaker to share his or her story and inspire us. Please join us as we support these amazing men and women of our military and first responders.
If you’re a veteran or first responder, we want to honor you! There is no cost for you and your spouse or guest to attend. Please let us know you’re coming by registering below.
Who: SSG Shilo Harris
When: November 18, 2025 11:00 AM
Where: National Soccer Hall of Fame
Proceeds Benefit These Nonprofits Serving Veterans
Recap of Our Past Veterans Appreciation Events
It is our patriotic duty to pay tribute to our military veterans who have contributed so much to the preservation of this Nation, and for the freedoms and security we enjoy. Since 2019, LisaKay Gurney and the Fellowship Power Lunch team have led the way in bringing our community together to connect with our veterans and their spouses and to show our deep gratitude. The Veterans Appreciation Luncheon is a powerful and inspiring event that I look forward to every year! Thank you LisaKay and team for serving those who have served us!
Mayor Jeff Cheney
City of Frisco
Citizens support Veteran causes for a variety of reasons, but for LisaKay Gurney, it’s a mission of love and comes from her servant’s heart. Giving back to our Veteran community is part of who she is and reinforces her God-given character and inspires positive patriotic action in everyone around her! LisaKay has helped make Frisco Veteran-friendly and Veteran-ready, and she has become a trusted advisor and valuable resource for our Veterans. I have witnessed Gurney’s work first hand, and as she applies her knowledge and experience, she truly demonstrates how one person can serve their country by serving their community. Its an honor and a privilege to know LisaKay Gurney and I consider her a “Battle Buddy” as we work together to honor our Veterans, thank them for their service, and welcome them home!
John Keating
Frisco City Council
US Army Veteran
US Army Veteran
VFR stands for Veterans and First Responders, and also appreciates:
- The Valor of these men and women.
- The Freedom they fight and sometimes die for.
- The Respect they embody – and that we proudly send back in their direction.
Source: Veterans & First Responders Organization
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
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How the FPL Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Lunch is Impacting Lives
Donating to Frisco VFW Post 8273, Hope for the Warriors, and Wreaths Across America.
Listen to Brian Fleming, Motivational Veteran Speaker and Suicide Bombing Survivor speak prior to the 2020 FPL Veterans Appreciation November Event.
FPL’s annual veterans event attracts some of the best businesspeople around while honoring our nation's veterans. You’ll be entertained and make great connections, but best of all you’ll be deeply moved to do business and live your life for a greater cause.
The Fellowship Power Lunch Veterans Appreciation Event has been a fresh and new luncheon in Frisco honoring veterans during the month of November. For the last two years the leadership team organizing the event have engaged meaningful and empowering guest speakers leaving the veteran in attendance inspired and uplifted regardless of the challenges they are currently facing. All around a wonderful event for all veterans to attend. I look forward to attending for years to come!
Shenna Lawless
Commander, Frisco VFW Post 8273
We are blessed here in North Texas by patriots like LisaKay Gurney and her Fellowship Power Lunch organization. Annually she hosts one of the most meaningful lunches honoring not only our veterans but their spouses. The speakers are dynamic and uplifting, the camaraderie meaningful and it is a great event for all veterans to attend.
Chuck Wright
Founder, Lone Star Wealth Strategies
Director, R. Lee Ermey Memorial Golf Classic
Vice Chairman Fund for Veteran Assistance-Texas Veterans Commission
Director, R. Lee Ermey Memorial Golf Classic
Vice Chairman Fund for Veteran Assistance-Texas Veterans Commission
Past Beneficiaries
Book Travel to Our Event—Support Veterans/First Responders!
Fellowship Power Lunch is excited to offer you a new and convenient way to support Veterans and First Responders. By using our travel booking tool, you can now make a direct impact on our mission.
Here’s how it works:
- Whenever you book your travel through our platform, a percentage of the booking will go directly to Fellowship Power Lunch. It’s a simple yet impactful way to support the cause.
- With just a two-night stay, you will sponsor a meal for a Veteran at our monthly luncheon. A four-night stay could cover a seat at our Annual Veterans and First Responders Appreciation Event. Imagine the positive change you can bring about with your travels.
We invite all our friends and sponsors to consider using this tool for a minimum of four trips over the next 12 months. By doing so, you’ll be contributing significantly to the well-being of Veterans and First Responders who have dedicated their lives to serving our great nation and communities.
May no soldier go unloved ✞ May no soldier walk alone ✞ May no soldier be forgotten ✞ Until they all come home.
Join us to give back.
Help us honor the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our freedom and safety.
