<div>Running a new BBQ truck is a true passion project, but it also takes significant funding to cover startup costs, equipment, and that initial inventory of high-quality meats! That's why I've launched this GoFundMe campaign. We're grateful for any blessing you can send our way to help us fire up the smoker and serve the community. Please know that $1 donations are accepted and very appreciated—every contribution gets us closer to our goal. Thank you so much for your support!
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<div>Sincerely,
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<div>Pitmaster Willis (9/29/2025)
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<div><strong>About</strong>
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<div><strong><em>Tommy Willis</em></strong>, Certified Culinary Chef and Pitmaster
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<div>After traveling the nation excelling in logistics, distribution, security, and customer relations, Tommy is ready to trade in long hours driving and logbooks for charcoal and bbq pits — by launching a food truck to serve communities in Oklahoma.
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<div>As a certified culinary chef, he’s combining his love for food and passion for service to create something truly special: <strong>Willis Barbecue</strong>, a mobile kitchen that brings comfort food, connection, and care to where we live and work everyday.
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<div><strong>What We’ll Serve ️</strong>
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<div>Willis Barbecue will feature:
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<li>A blend of west coast and southern style barbecue classics
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<li>Flavor-rich sides and homemade desserts
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<li>Rotating specials and affordable combo meals
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<li>Community favorites based on local feedback
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<div>We’ll park at schools, churches, community centers, and town squares as well as offer reoccurring locations and times — anywhere folks gather and good food is needed, we want to be there.
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<div><strong> Why We’re Ready</strong>
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<div>He’s spent his career coordinating logistics and serving as a committed team member. He knows how to run a tight ship — and now he’s building one on wheels. With culinary training from Lincoln Technical Institute, he’s ready to launch Willis Barbecue with precision and heart.
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<div><strong>What Your Support Will Fund</strong>
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<div>Here’s how your contribution helps bring Willis Barbecue to life:
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<div>Item and Estimated Cost:
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<div>New Food Truck
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<div>$50,000
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<div>Kitchen Equipment &amp; Setup
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<div>$15,000
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<div>Permits &amp; Licensing
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<div>$5,000
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<div>Branding &amp; Marketing
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<div>$3,000
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<div>Initial Inventory &amp; Supplies
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<div>$7,000
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<div>Insurance &amp; Contingency
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<div>$5,000
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<div>Total Goal
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<div>$85,000
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<div>Every dollar goes directly toward building and launching the truck. No fluff, no waste — just fuel for our mission.
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<div><strong> How You Can Help</strong>
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<div><strong>Donate</strong>: Whether it’s $1, $10 or $100, every bit helps us roll forward
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<div><strong>Share</strong>: Spread the word to friends, family, and anyone who believes in quality , accessibility to good food and community care
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<div><strong>Follow</strong>: Stay connected as we build, launch, and serve — your encouragement means everything
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<div><strong>❤️ Final Thoughts</strong>
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<div>This isn’t just a food truck. It’s a way to feed people with dignity, flavor, and joy. And it’s a dream we’ve carried for years — now ready to hit the road.
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<div>If you’ve ever wished for a good meal in a quiet town, or wanted to support someone turning passion into purpose — this is your chance. Help us bring Willis Barbecue to life.
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<div>Thank you for believing in this vision.
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<div>— Tommy Willis
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Lauren Bigley

Willis Barbecue Food Truck

Still $1,370 to go. Help us build momentum.