Fourteen raffle baskets filled with stays, dining, experiences, entertainment, artwork and local favorites are part of this year’s FISH of SanCap JOG N JAM, giving supporters another way to take part in the organization’s annual fundraiser.
The 2026 raffle brings together gifts from businesses and supporters across Sanibel, Captiva and the surrounding area. Among the highlights are a stay at ’Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa, tickets to the JOG N JAM beach concert featuring the Ben Allen Band, vacation accommodations, boating and water experiences, restaurant gift certificates, spa and wellness packages, artwork, shopping, family activities and more.
Several baskets were built around complete island experiences, combining accommodations, dining and activities. Others focus on the things residents and visitors enjoy throughout the year, from time on the water and evenings out to art, shopping, golf and family fun.
FISH JOG N JAM Committee Member Elaine Parente leads the raffle effort, coordinating donor outreach, basket assembly and the many opportunities for community members to participate in the raffle throughout the season. Working with fellow committee members and volunteers, Parente has helped bring together the 14 baskets and the contributions from local businesses and supporters that fill them.
“The raffle has become such a fun part of JOG N JAM because every basket is different, and so many local businesses have stepped up to make them special,” said Leah Winkler, FISH Board Member and JOG N JAM Committee Chair. “There are experiences people already know and love, and others they may have wanted to try. More than anything, every donation represents a business or community member choosing to support FISH and the neighbors we serve.”
Raffle entries are available for a suggested donation of $10 for one ticket. Participants can select the basket or baskets they would like to enter, giving them the opportunity to put their tickets toward their favorites. The complete collection of all 14 baskets, including photos, descriptions and prize details, can be viewed at https://fishofsancap.org/news-events/jog-n-jam/jog-n-jam-raffle/.
Entries can also be made online through RSVPify at https://jnjraffle.rsvpify.com/.
For those who would like to see the baskets and connect with FISH in person, the FISH team and volunteers will be out in the community throughout the raffle period, including Sunday appearances at the Sanibel Island Farmers Market and additional community events and pop-up locations. Raffle information and opportunities to enter will also be available during FISH events leading up to JOG N JAM.
“We wanted the raffle to feel like a collection of the places, businesses and experiences that make this area special,” Winkler said. “Whether someone enters for a weekend away, a favorite restaurant, the concert or one of the other experiences, their participation also helps support FISH programs throughout the year. We are grateful to every business and individual who helped us put these baskets together.”
JOG N JAM is FISH’s signature annual fundraising event. The 2026 celebration begins with the 10K, 5K and kids run on Saturday, Nov. 7, followed by the JOG N JAM beach concert and fireworks on Saturday, Dec. 5. Proceeds support FISH programs serving Sanibel and Captiva residents and members of the island workforce through Food Programs, Senior Services, Helping Hands and Island-Based Education.
For raffle information, JOG N JAM details or to learn more about FISH, visit https://fishofsancap.org/
Photo Caption: Leah Winkler, FISH Board Member and JOG N JAM Committee Chair with Elaine Parente, JNJ Committee Member
