The countdown is on! Following a successful race day on November 7, FISH of SanCap is getting ready for the second half of its annual JOG N JAM fundraiser. The JAM concert returns to ’Tween Waters Inn & Marina on Captiva, 15951 Captiva Drive, Captiva, on Saturday, December 5, beginning at 5:30 p.m., with live music from the Ben Allen Band, fireworks and plenty of fun for a great cause.
The concert wraps up FISH’s two-part JOG N JAM celebration, bringing together runners, walkers, music lovers, local businesses and community supporters to raise funds for the organization’s programs and services. Proceeds help FISH provide food assistance, senior services, educational opportunities and emergency financial assistance to people who live and work on Sanibel and Captiva.
The celebration kicked off November 7 with the JOG portion of the event, featuring a 5K, 10K and Kids Fun Run. More than 600 runners and walkers participated, cheered on by volunteers, spectators and community supporters along the courses. Now, FISH is looking forward to bringing everyone together again for the JAM.
“We had such an incredible turnout for the races, and the excitement surrounding JOG N JAM this year has been wonderful,” said Leah Winkler, FISH Board Member and JOG N JAM Committee Chair. “The concert is our chance to keep that excitement going, enjoy a great night on Captiva and celebrate everyone who helps make this event possible. Whether you’ve been part of JOG N JAM for years or you’re joining us for the first time, we hope to see you there!”
The Ben Allen Band will once again take the stage on the beach at ’Tween Waters, bringing its high-energy country music and crowd favorites to Captiva. Fans may recognize Ben Allen from NBC’s The Voice, where he competed on teams coached by Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani. Guests can look forward to an evening of live music, dancing and time with friends, with a few extra touches to make the night even more fun.
Adding to the fun, Gator Country 101.9 will be onsite for the concert, with Scott Fish from the Mel & Scott in the Morning show and John Rozzi joining the festivities. The two will be spending time with concertgoers, hosting giveaways and helping keep the excitement going throughout the evening. FISH is thrilled to have Gator Country 101.9 joining the JAM celebration and appreciates the station’s support of this year’s event.
A fireworks display, provided by FISH, will light up the Captiva sky during intermission, followed by the raffle basket drawing and a full second set from the Ben Allen Band. Guests are encouraged to stay for the entire evening and enjoy everything the concert has to offer.
With limited onsite parking at ’Tween Waters, FISH has arranged overflow parking at Castaways Beach & Bay Cottages, located at 6460 Sanibel Captiva Road. Dolphin Transportation will provide complimentary shuttle service between Castaways and ’Tween Waters from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Carpooling and taxi services are also encouraged to help ease traffic and parking.
JOG N JAM is one of FISH’s signature fundraising events, helping support neighbors who rely on the organization’s services throughout the year. From putting food on the table and helping older adults stay connected to assisting families facing unexpected financial challenges, FISH continues to respond to the needs of the island community.
“JOG N JAM is a wonderful example of what happens when our community comes together,” said Maria Espinoza, Executive Director of FISH. “The support we receive from our sponsors, volunteers, participants and local businesses makes a real difference in the work we do every day. We’re grateful to everyone who helped make race day such a success, and we’re looking forward to celebrating with them again at the concert. It’s a fun evening, but it also helps us continue being there for our neighbors when they need us.”
FISH is grateful to the many sponsors, volunteers and community partners who help make JOG N JAM possible, including ’Tween Waters Inn & Marina for once again hosting the concert. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for those interested in supporting the event and FISH’s ongoing work. Interested parties may contact FISH at 239-472-4775 for additional information.
Tickets for the December 5 concert are available at https://jamwithfish2026.rsvpify.com/. Guests are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance and invite friends, family and neighbors to join the celebration.
With race day behind them and concert preparations underway, the FISH team is looking forward to seeing familiar faces from the JOG, welcoming new guests and enjoying one more evening of JOG N JAM fun on Captiva.
For more information about the concert, tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact FISH at 239-472-4775.
