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The Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project, New Braunfels, TX (2026)

05/19/2026

We have completed another project for the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project!

This is the same neighbor we previously assisted with critical electrical repairs, and we were honored to return to continue improving the safety and quality of life at their home.

During this phase of the project, we replaced two unsafe steps on the deck, repaired and replaced rotted deck boards, wrapped all pipes under the home to help protect them from weather damage, rebuilt the gate leading under the home, and installed new skirting around the house. The skirting helps protect the home from weather and moisture, improves pest control, and increases overall safety for the homeowner.

Through Garrett's Legacy of service, we are helping our neighbors live safer, more comfortable lives.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support, volunteer, and believe in this mission!

Stay tuned for more community projects and upcoming information regarding sponsorship for the 2026 fundraiser later this year!

04/24/2026

We’re proud to share another completed project serving our community!

Recently, our team had the opportunity to assist an elderly neighbor whose vehicle had become unsafe to operate; she did not have the funds or skills to make the necessary repairs. This vehicle is essential, not just for transportation, but for getting to work, attending medical appointments, and maintaining a stable, independent, livable life. Without it, everyday responsibilities become a major challenge.

Repairs completed included brakes, shocks, struts, engine mounts, and the serpentine belt. These issues made the vehicle unsafe to drive with severely damaged engine mounts, causing severe vibration and engine shifting, a worn serpentine belt put critical systems like power steering and the alternator at risk, and worn brakes, shocks, and struts reduced control, stability, and stopping ability.

With these repairs, this individual now has a safer, more reliable way to get to work, attend appointments, and live independently. This directly improves their quality of life and provides peace of mind moving forward.

A huge thank you to G’s homies and his dad for volunteering their time, hard work, and support to get this car back on the road. Your effort truly made a difference.

This is what the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project is all about: neighbors helping neighbors, one project at a time.

We have a few more projects planned, so keep your eye out for more updates, and remember to live like Garrett today and do a small act of kindness without expecting recognition.

04/10/2026

March 22nd marked something incredibly special for the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project... our very first project in action. ❤️

We had the opportunity to step in and begin making a home safer by replacing breakers and addressing electrical issues that were causing real safety concerns for the resident. It may seem like a small fix to some, but to us, it’s exactly what this mission is about: showing up, stepping in, and making a tangible difference where it matters most.

And we’re not done yet! This project will take a few more days in action, and there are still additional fixes ahead, but that’s the heart of it. We’re committed to seeing it through and continuing to show up until the job is fully complete and the home is truly safe.

Garrett was the kind of person who would never hesitate to help someone in need. He led with generosity, kindness, and a quiet strength that made people feel safe and supported. This project is a reflection of who he was and who we strive to be in his honor.

A very special thank you to Robert Jentsch from Erben Electric, who took his personal time to diagnose the issues and determine what needed to be done.

A huge thank you to Garrett’s homies for showing up, working hard, and bringing the kind of energy and heart that Garrett himself would have loved to see. And thank you to the NB Family Life Center for your support in helping screen needs and connect us with this opportunity to serve.

This is just the beginning!

01/24/2026

We’re thrilled to share some incredible news with our Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project community!

We’ve officially partnered with the Family Life Center, which will be supporting us in identifying meaningful opportunities and connecting us with projects that align with and advance our mission in New Braunfels. This partnership is a big step forward in expanding our reach and ensuring the work we do makes a real, lasting impact.

We’re so grateful for this collaboration and can’t wait to share what’s ahead. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. There’s so much more to come!

12/24/2025

Stopped by to see our friends at Sip N Putt for a little Christmas Eve family time. Thank you Sip N Putt for always allowing us to incorporate G and for giving us a place to be present with our loved ones (and competitive)

STAY TUNED for exciting updates coming in the new year about the projects lined up for the community!

Merry Christmas from the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project!

10/25/2025

The Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project Fundraiser: Year 1

10/25/2025

❤️ A message from our Founder, Julia Kunkel❤️

While you are probably tired of hearing me say it, I want to take a moment to personally thank everyone who supported the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project & Fundraiser - our sponsors, donors, volunteers, friends, and family. Your generosity, encouragement, and love have meant more than words can express.

This project holds a very special place in my heart. It was created to honor my brother, Garrett, to carry forward his kindness, his laughter, and the way he made everyone feel seen and cared for. I started this project simply wanting to give back in his memory, but what I didn’t expect was how many people would show up… how many would give, share, volunteer, and stand beside me. Looking back, though, I shouldn’t be surprised. That’s the kind of impact Garrett had on people, and the kind of community we’re blessed to have here. 💛

I’m endlessly grateful, not just for the success of the fundraiser, but for the moments shared with those who knew and loved G, and those who wanted to get to know him through this cause.

Your support has brought so much healing and hope, and it reminds me every day that his spirit continues to bring people together.

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for helping me turn this dream into something real, something that will continue making a difference in the community Garrett loved so much.

I love you all❤️

With gratitude,
Julia Kunkel
Founder, Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project

10/25/2025

💙 Fundraiser Update & Thank You 💙

We are deeply humbled and overjoyed to share that the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project Fundraiser raised a total of $12,204, including generous in-kind donations and monetary contributions. Our Raffle ticket sales brought in $1,200 and our wonderful guests, attendees, and sponsers account for the rest. We are in ABSOLUTE AWE of all of you. Not even in my wildest dreams did I think we would be able to achieve this in our first year. Garrett and each one of you continue to bless us.

— our monetary total rasied was an amazing $10,000 which will go directly back into supporting our community. 🌟

The event itself was nothing short of amazing. The outpouring of love, encouragement, and generosity from family, friends, sponsors, and community members was truly overwhelming. We are so thankful — not just for the incredible outcome of the fundraiser, but for the time we got to spend surrounded by those who knew and loved G, and those who came to learn about the kind, joyful person he was.

This gathering was more than a fundraiser — it was a celebration of Garrett’s life and a reflection of the community spirit he embodied. 💛

As we look ahead, our next step is to conduct a formal needs assessment to identify how the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project can best serve and meet the needs of our local community. We’re excited to continue this journey with the same heart, purpose, and love that inspired it from the start.

Thank you to everyone who gave, attended, volunteered, and supported us along the way — this project would not be possible without you. 💙

Stay tuned for pictures from the event!

10/24/2025

💙 Sponsor & Donor Appreciation Post 💙

We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project & Fundraiser — whether through sponsorship, donations, or volunteering your time. Your generosity and encouragement helped make this event not only a success but a true celebration of community, love, and Garrett’s lasting legacy. 🌟

The outpouring of support from friends, family, and local businesses has been overwhelming. Every contribution, big or small, played a vital role in honoring Garrett and helping us take the next steps in serving our community through this project.

We’d like to recognize and extend our heartfelt thanks to the following incredible sponsors and donors (alphabetized):

✨ Sponsors & Donors ✨
1845 Meat Co.
Barry & Julie Waldie
Beth Taylor
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Brian Orr
Camp Huaco Springs Camp Grounds
Edward P. Nolte
Frost Bank
Graham Duhamel
Granzin Bar-B-Q
Greg Leonardis
Gruene Harley Davidson
Hunter Little
Inferno’s Wood Fired Oven & Spirits
JP Kesserling
Joe Vasquez
Kari Wallace
Lyle Wilson
MAPP
Maria Alvarez
Marilyn Zirkle
Mary Lefebvre
McAdoo’s Seafood Co. & Oyster Bar
Michael Wells
Montana Mike’s
Natalie & Patrick Hollingsworth
NB Evening Lions Club
New Braunfels Parks & Recreation
Pat Rodgers
Randy & Sharon Kunkel
River City Catering
Rowdy Hand Co.
Rylee Bailey
Sandra Cordell & Family
Sip-N-Putt
Sophie’s Shop
Stars & Stripes Drive-In Theatre
Sydney O’Rourke
Tammy & David Pfeuffer
Tatum Snoga – Catholic Life Insurance
The Smartt Team – Keller Williams Heritage Realty
Tig Plumbing
Tracy & Christina Hagen
Two Rivers Pool Care
Wurstfest
Yard Sale Records

A special thank you as well to all those who came to share your time and your stories with us. You all mean the world to this project!

Your generosity, kindness, and belief in this cause mean more than words can express. Together, we are creating something truly special for the New Braunfels community — a project built on compassion, connection, and the spirit of service that Garrett embodied so fully. 💛

Thank you all for helping us keep his light shining bright.

If your name does not appear on the list. We are deeply sorry and please reach out to us and we will ensure that you are recognized!

10/22/2025

💙 Thank You, G’s Homies 💙

We want to take a moment to send out our deepest thanks to G’s “homies” as he called them, a nickname we so lovingly adopted — the incredible group of friends who loved Garrett so fiercely in life and continue to honor him in everything they do.

Your unwavering support, love, and loyalty to G and to our family since his passing have meant more than words can express. From the countless stories, laughter, and memories you’ve shared, to the time, energy, and hard work you’ve poured into our family and your encouement of the Memorial Project, you’ve carried Garrett’s spirit forward in the most beautiful way.

You’ve shown up — not just for G, but for each other, for Garretts’s family and for this community. You’ve helped transform grief into action, friendship into legacy, and love into something that continues to make a difference. 💛

We’re endlessly grateful for your hearts, your hustle, and the way you keep G’s light shining bright.

Thank you for being the kind of friends that every person deserves — and that Garrett was so lucky to have.

Stay tuned for more pictures and updates about our event this past weekend!

Pictured: G’s Homies, his sister, sisters boyfriend, and family friends

Not pictured: 2 of G’s Homie’s who live out of the country but also in our hearts

10/22/2025

🦁💙 Community Spotlight 💙🦁

A very special thank you to the New Braunfels Evening Lions Club for their incredible support of the Garrett Kunkel Memorial Project & Fundraiser! 🌟

From the very beginning, the Lions Club has stood by this mission — offering encouragement, guidance, and their time to help turn an idea into a reality. Their members volunteered to help run the fundraiser, ensuring everything went smoothly and creating an atmosphere filled with community, compassion, and teamwork.

The Lions Club’s ongoing commitment to service and their dedication to uplifting others perfectly reflect the values that this project was founded on. Their partnership has not only helped honor Garrett’s legacy but has strengthened the spirit of giving that makes New Braunfels such a special place.

Thank you to all the members of the New Braunfels Evening Lions Club for your hard work, your heart, and your continued support as we carry this project forward. 💛

More pictures and updates from this weekends event to come!

Pictured : Members of our local New Braunfels Evening Lions Club

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