While the starting line is still approximately four months away, excitement is already building for FISH of SanCap’s 2026 JOG N JAM 10K, 5K and Kids Fun Run in November and Ben Allen Band concert with fireworks in December. Community businesses and organizations are stepping forward early, showing their commitment to helping neighbors while supporting one of FISH’s signature fundraising events.
JOG N JAM returns this fall as a two-part community celebration. The 10K, 5K, and Kids Fun Run will take place Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Sanibel Community House. The celebration continues Saturday, December 5, 2026, with the beach concert at ‘Tween Waters Island Resort featuring the Ben Allen Band and fireworks on the beach. FISH is grateful to both venue partners for helping bring this annual event to life.
“Seeing so many businesses commit early says a great deal about this community,” said Leah Winkler, FISH Board Member and JOG N JAM Committee Chair. “Our sponsors understand that JOG N JAM is about investing in neighbors, strengthening our islands, and helping ensure FISH can continue providing critical programs and services throughout the year.” Current sponsors include:
Premier Sponsors:
Anonymous, Breeze Newspapers, and Gator Country.
Platinum Sponsor:
Maris Dental Studio, Sanibel Captiva Community Bank.
Gold Sponsors:
A Bit of Bailey’s/The Island Store, Billy’s Rentals, CLIMAC Heating & Cooling, Florida Design Works Fort Myers, Heidrick Insurance, Jerry’s, RS Walsh Landscaping, and Sanibel Island Farmer’s Market.
Silver Sponsor:
Law Office of Strickland & Torres, Periwinkle Park.
Bronze Sponsors:
Alliant, Haley Ward Surveyors, Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., Keylime Bistro, Kingfisher Real Estate, Rosier Insurance, and Thomas Marine Construction.
Copper Sponsors:
Dan Hahn Custom Builders, Hilscher-Clarke Electric, Home Team Pest, One Island Sanibel, Over Easy, Sanibel Day Spa, Stokes Marine, Suncatchers Dream, Superior Title Services of Sanibel, and Vesta Property Services.
FISH also recognizes the growing list of community supporters who continue to strengthen this year’s event through in kind donations, including Bailey Matthews National Shell Museum, Bank of the Islands, Bubbly Latitude, Capt. Pete Rogers/Hey Mon, Celebrer, Charlie’s Island Gifts, Costco Wholesale, CROW, Custom Goods Unlimited, Fleet Feet, Florabel, Home by Rachel Pierce, Island Home Services, Island Time Dolphin & Shelling Cruises, Island Pearl, J-Rods, Jodi Cort, Laura Ball, Lin Mark Sports, MacIntosh Books + Paper, Pierce’s Paw Paradise, Pinocchio’s Original Italian Ice Cream, Rachel Pierce Art Gallery, Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel, SanCap Pak n Ship, Sanibel Pilates & Spa, Sanibel Skin & Salt Cave, Shiny Objects, South Seas, The Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, Tribeca Salon, Vero Drapes, and Toni Westland.
Additional event support includes Adventures in Paradise, Fleet Feet Fort Myers and Sanibel Fit 4 Life as packet pick-up locations; Lin-Mark Sports, the race timing company, and The Community House and ‘Tween Waters Island Resort & Spa, venue partners.
Every sponsorship helps make JOG N JAM possible while supporting FISH programs that serve island neighbors throughout the year. Proceeds benefit food programs, emergency financial assistance, senior services, island-based education, and long term recovery efforts.
Businesses that sponsor JOG N JAM receive visibility before residents, participants, workforce and visitors. Sponsor logos are featured with direct website links on both the FISH website and the official RunSignUp race page, with additional recognition through event marketing, social media, participant communications, signage, and event day activities based on sponsorship level.
“Businesses have many choices when deciding where to invest their charitable dollars,” Winkler said. “Choosing JOG N JAM shows customers, employees, and the community that they believe in helping neighbors. Every sponsor becomes part of something much bigger than an event.”
Sponsorship opportunities are still available at multiple levels. Businesses of every size are encouraged to participate. Sponsors who commit by September 25 and at qualifying sponsorship levels will also have their logo featured on the 2026 JOG N JAM participant race shirt, providing lasting visibility long after race day. Businesses interested in this benefit are encouraged to reserve their sponsorship early to ensure inclusion before artwork is finalized.
The complete sponsorship packet is available on the FISH website at https://fishofsancap.org/jog-n-jam-sponsorships/. Businesses interested in becoming a sponsor may also contact Leah Winkler at leahwinkler12@gmail.com.
Race registration and concert tickets are also available, with additional event information posted on the FISH website.
