The Salvation Army of Broward County's signature fundraising event seeks to raise essential funds to sustain and expand crucial programming that transforms lives in our community.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In response to the critical challenges facing Broward County – where 2,469 individuals experience homelessness and over 220,130 residents face food insecurity – The Salvation Army of Broward County announces its 2nd Annual Red Shield Regatta, presented by JM Family Enterprises. This transformative event will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at "The Park" at JM Family Enterprises in Deerfield Beach.
"In a community where every $100 rent increase leads to a 9% rise in homelessness, and with over 5,000 active eviction cases, our mission has never been more crucial," says Major Juan Guadalupe, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Broward County.
With an ambitious fundraising goal of $500,000, the event's impact will be immediate and substantial. For perspective, funds raised will provide:
- 83,333 meals for hungry families OR
- 249 months of rent assistance for those at risk of homelessness OR
- 7,813 nights of emergency shelter OR
- 11,905 hours of specialized case management OR
- 4,032 nights of transitional housing
Proceeds from the Red Shield Regatta directly support critical initiatives, including providing safe shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness, meals for those facing food insecurity, essential resources for families in need, and pathways to empowerment for those rebuilding their lives. Every dollar raised ensures we can continue offering hope, stability, and essential services to those most in need.
The evening will feature model boat racing, a premium silent auction, gourmet dining, an open bar, and networking opportunities with community leaders. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available ranging from $2,500 to $50,000, each tier directly translating to specific community impacts:
- Dockside VIP ($50,000): Provides 8,333 meals or 25 months of rent assistance
- Mega Yacht ($25,000): Delivers 4,167 meals or 12.4 months of rent assistance
- Super Yacht ($10,000): Supplies 1,667 meals or 5 months of rent assistance
- Motor Yacht ($5,000): Offers 833 meals or 2.5 months of rent assistance
- Cruiser Yacht ($2,500): Provides 417 meals or 1.2 months of rent assistance
Individual tickets are available for $150, and each ticket provides tangible support, such as 25 meals served or two nights of emergency shelter.
The event is supported by distinguished corporate sponsors, including Ocean Bank, GlobalMed, Nivalmi Consulting, Bombardier, Sodexo, Convergint, Miami Heat, MaPo Builders, Carroll's Jewelers, Florida Panthers, and SJF Law Group, as well as several generous family foundations.
Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Location: "The Park" at JM Family Enterprises 200 Jim Moran Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
For tickets and sponsorship information, visit www.redshieldregatta.net
Media Contact
Denisse Mollfulleda, The Salvation Army of Broward County, 1 954-770-7517, [email protected], fortlauderdale.salvationarmyflorida.org
SOURCE The Salvation Army of Broward County
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