FISH OF SANCAP is gearing up for one of the most exciting events of the year — the 2025 JOG N JAM, a two-part celebration blending community spirit, healthy fun, and live music, all while raising critical funds to support neighbors in need.

The JOG N JAM kicks off with a community 10K/5K run on November 1, followed by a high-energy outdoor concert with fan-favorite Ben Allen Band on December 6. Both events support the essential work of FISH OF SANCAP, a nonprofit serving those who live and work on Sanibel and Captiva Islands through programs like food pantry services, emergency financial assistance, senior outreach, disaster recovery support and more.

“Sponsoring JOG N JAM is more than great exposure for your business — it’s a chance to stand with our community and make a real impact,” says Leah Winkler, event chair and FISH board member. “We welcome sponsors of all sizes and have packages that fit a variety of budgets, with great perks at every level.”

One immediate perk? Sponsor logos are added right away to both the FISH website and the official race registration page, complete with direct links to your business website. It’s a great way to boost visibility while showing your support for a vital wraparound nonprofit providing much-needed services to island residents, workers, and the entire community.

Several businesses have already stepped up to support this year’s event. Below are the Bronze sponsors to date. For a complete sponsor listing by level, visit https://fishofsancap.org:

· Alliant Association Management

· Bleu Rendez Vous

· Hale Design Build

· Haley Ward

· John Grey Painting

· Rosier Insurance

· Saint Michael & All Angels Church

· Stilwell Enterprises & Restaurant Group

· Superior Title

There’s still plenty of time (but not too much!) to get involved — sponsorship commitments close mid-to-late September to meet print and promo deadlines. Whether you’re a small local business or a regional leader, JOG N JAM offers a great way to give back and connect with a crowd that cares.

Sponsorship levels range from Supporter to Presenting Sponsor, with options that include Supporter, Copper, Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Premier, Sound & Lighting, Band/Stage, Celebration and Presenting tiers. Whether you’re a local business or a larger organization, there’s a meaningful way to participate — and every sponsorship directly supports the critical programs FISH provides to Sanibel and Captiva residents, workers, and families in need.

All sponsorship levels come with benefits depending on level such as logo placement, recognition at the event, and brand visibility both online and on-site.

Interested sponsors can find full details — including the sponsorship packet — by visiting https://fishofsancap.org, clicking on Events, selecting JOG N JAM, and heading to the Sponsorship tab. For questions, reach out to [email protected].

FISH hopes community businesses will come together to jog, jam, and uplift the islands. To learn more about the FISH programs or to support their mission, please contact Maria Espinoza, Executive Director.

 

About FISH:

FISH of Sanibel-Captiva has been a ‘neighbors helping neighbors’ organization on Sanibel and Captiva for over 40 years. As a social service organization, FISH has been ground zero, in recent years, from natural and environmental crises to the impacts of COVID and now, for catastrophic Hurricane Ian. FISH offers something for everyone—if there is not a service in place for unmet needs of community members, they work to meet it through their expansive regional network. In addition to their Long-Term Recovery program, FISH continues to offer programs representing their four major pillars – Food, Island Based Education, Social and Senior Services, and Helping Hands.

Although FISH has grown from the grassroots organization it started as, it still remains a network of ‘neighbors helping neighbors’; a group of community members committed to the betterment of the islands and southwest Florida community by assisting one neighbor at a time. FISH is proud to say that 88 percent of every dollar donated goes directly to programs and services including but not limited to:

· Long-Term disaster recovery

· Emergency financial assistance

· Food pantry

· Non-emergency transport

· Temporary loan of health equipment

· Hurricane preparedness information

· Daily hot meals program

 

More information about FISH is available online at fishofsancap.org, as well as Facebook and Instagram. For details about hurricane recovery and other services, contact Maria Espinoza, FISH Executive Director, at (239) 472-4775.