Boots Brews & BBQ 2026

Boots, Brews & BBQ is Women in Defense Greater Tampa Bay’s signature annual fundraiser, bringing together industry leaders, government professionals, community partners, and STEM advocates for an evening of networking, entertainment, and impact. More than just an event, Boots, Brews & BBQ helps fuel the chapter’s mission throughout the year.

Sponsorship support enables the successful execution of the fundraiser, while remaining proceeds directly support WID Greater Tampa Bay’s year-round programs, operations, community outreach efforts, and STEM scholarship initiatives that inspire and empower the next generation of leaders across the Tampa Bay region.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

VIP Lounge — open only to VIP ticket holders: an elevated space with comfortable seating, complimentary appetizers, a whiskey tasting, and select auction and raffle items.

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Presenting Sponsor-

$20,000

  • Event naming rights: “Boots, Brews & BBQ Fundraiser Presented by [Company]”

  • Premier logo placement across all event marketing, signage, and digital platforms

  • Prominent on-site branding throughout the event (entry activation, main stage, high-traffic areas)

  • On-stage recognition during opening and closing remarks

  • Opportunity to deliver a 3–5 minute welcome address to attendees

  • Branded presence within the VIP Lounge and a high-traffic engagement area

  • Featured sponsor spotlight across WID GTB digital channels (website, newsletter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

  • Company information booth at the event

  • 4 VIP + 4 General Admission tickets

  • 20 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

6 Available

Patriot Partner-

$10,000

  • Logo placement across event materials, signage, and digital platforms

  • Exclusive branding at one gaming or interactive station —photobooth, Giant Jenga, casino games, golf simulator, and more (no vendor–sponsor commitments; flag early if you’d prefer not to be paired with a tobacco or alcohol vendor)

  • Recognition during on-site announcements

  • Branded presence in a high-traffic engagement area

  • One (1) social media spotlight post before the event (newsletter, Instagram & LinkedIn)

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 2 VIP + 6 General Admission tickets

  • 20 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

8 Available

Eagle Partner-

$5,000

  • Logo on the drink menu — first 3 sponsors can name their own drink

  • Recognition during on-site announcements

  • Branded presence in a high-traffic engagement area

  • One (1) social media spotlight post before the event (LinkedIn)

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 2 VIP + 4 General Admission tickets

  • 10 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

8 Available

Ranch Partner-

$3,500

  • Provide branded tablecloths for essential stations — BBQ dinner station, DJ table, registration, auction tables, and more

  • Recognition during on-site announcements

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 6 General Admission tickets

  • 10 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

15 Available

Liberty Partner-

$2,500

  • Logo featured on [Auction Item] bid sheets

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 6 General Admission tickets

  • 10 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

15 Available

Friends of STEM-

$1,500

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 4 General Admission tickets

  • 10 complimentary raffle tickets per guest

Unlimited

In-kind -

$250+

  • Donate $250 or more, or contribute an auction or raffle item (company branding welcome)

  • Logo featured on the WID website

  • 2 General Admission tickets

Support STEM Through a Donation

Help us reach our $100,000 goal and expand STEM opportunities for the next generation.

Donating an item to our silent auction or raffle directly supports scholarships, hands-on STEM programs, and educational resources for K-12 students across the Tampa Bay region. Your contribution will also showcase your organization to hundreds of defense industry professionals, military members, and community leaders attending Boots, Brews & BBQ.

Together, we can continue building tomorrow’s STEM leaders.

SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE FORM 
Why Support Boots, Brews & BBQ 2026?

“The support provided through Women in Defense Greater Tampa Bay has opened doors for our students and expanded access to meaningful STEM opportunities. We are grateful for the investment in programs that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help shape the next generation of innovators.”

— STEM Education Partner”

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