Page 18 - Builder Brief December 2025

G I V I N G B A C K
A COMMUNITY UNITED: CELEBRATING THE
MEMBERS AND DONORS WHO REBUILT THE
GONZALEZ FAMILY HOME
On November 11th,
Veterans Day, a date
already steeped in
gratitude, the Greater
San Antonio Builders
Association (GSABA)
gathered for a monthly
Board Meeting that concluded in a moment of profound
appreciation and unity. As the meeting transitioned into
a special Donor Recognition Ceremony, the GSABA
Ballroom filled with builders, trades, suppliers, partners,
and supporters whose generosity made an extraordinary
mission possible: the full reconstruction of Marine veteran
Ralph Gonzalez’s family home.
What began months earlier as a simple remodeling project
grew into a complete home rebuild. This endeavor was
made possible only because GSABA members and industry
partners stepped forward with open hearts, skilled hands,
and unwavering generosity. The project, led by Operation
TRIAGE, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB),
Pencsak Builders, The NRP Group, and GSABA, became a
shining testament to what our members achieve when they
rally behind a cause greater than themselves.
Once board business concluded, the room shifted into a
celebration overflowing with appreciation. GSABA’s Board
of Directors opened the ceremony by acknowledging that
this home was rebuilt not by chance, but by the extraordinary
kindness, dedication, and commitment of our members.
They expressed sincere and heartfelt gratitude to each
donor, trade partner, and volunteer who contributed time,
expertise, materials, and resources. Their message was
clear: this project succeeded because of the strength,
compassion, and integrity of the GSABA membership.
A moving highlight of the ceremony came as each
contributing organization was invited forward to receive
a Texas flag flown over the Texas State Capitol, along
with a proclamation honoring their support. This small
gesture represented a deep appreciation to those who
stepped forward to uplift a veteran’s family and reflected
the collaborative spirit that defined this rebuild.
The smiles, handshakes, applause, and heartfelt
exchanges between members spoke volumes. These were
not symbolic gestures; they were acknowledgments of real
sacrifice, real generosity, and real impact.
The appreciation did not stop there. Daniel Vargas,
President of Operation TRIAGE, took the stage to publicly
thank GSABA’s leadership for championing the project
from day one. In an emotional moment, he gifted the Board
of Directors a replica Operation TRIAGE Challenge Coin
Plaque, a meaningful emblem of unity and shared purpose.
He then turned his gratitude toward Pencsak Builders,
whose leadership and dedication were instrumental in
bringing the project to life. In front of the full room, Vargas
presented Pencsak Builders with a ceremonial sword, a
powerful and traditional military token of honor reserved
for those who demonstrate extraordinary commitment and
courage.
The rebuilding of the Gonzalez family home was not
merely a construction effort, it was a profound expression
of community, honor, and gratitude. It showcased the very
best of GSABA members, whose daily work builds more
than homes; they build hope, stability, and a better future
for the families they serve.
The event reaffirmed what our association stands for:
service, generosity, craftsmanship, and an unwavering
commitment to community. The flags, proclamations,
plaque, and ceremonial sword will forever symbolize the
impact GSABA members have when they come together
with purpose.
As we look ahead to future projects, the spirit of this
rebuild—rooted in unity, service, and deep appreciation—will
continue to inspire everyone who was part of this remarkable
journey. The GSABA family proved once again that when
our members step forward, extraordinary things happen.
Thank You to Our Donors
y Anderson Windows
y Builders FirstSource
y Cambria
y McCoy's Building Supply
y Michael Edwards Custom
Cabinets
y Esmer Tile
y Operation Triage
y Ferguson Bath Kitchen &
y Pencsak Builders
Lighting
y PG Granite
y Frontier Waste
y GE Reaves Engineering
y Infinity Concrete
y J Edwards Home Design
y James Hardie
y Reece Bath+Kitchen
y Schluter Systems
y Sherwin Williams
y The NRP Group
y View Homes
y Jason's Water Systems
18 DECEMBER 2025 | GREATER SAN ANTONIO BUILDERS ASSOCIATION