Annual Awards Gala
The Gulf Breeze Area Chamber Foundation is pleased to host its annual awards gala in support of Take Stock in Children. This year’s theme is “Under the Stars,” celebrating the shining individuals and businesses who light up our community. Join us for an evening of elegance and recognition as we honor our local stars making a difference.
The Annual Awards Gala is our premier event where we reflect on the previous year, recognize the Chamber’s outgoing Chairman of the Board, and honor our annual award recipients. This formal event recognizes the Business of the Year, Nonprofit of the Year, Community Leader of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, Business Leader of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and other community awards. Attendees also enjoy entertainment and a silent auction. It is an excellent chance to have an elegant evening and celebrate another year of success.
About the Event
Join us for the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber Foundation's annual awards gala, Under the Stars, supporting Take Stock in Children. The evening will be a celebration of our community’s brightest stars, featuring dinner, dancing, and exciting activities.
- Date: January 17, 2025
- Location: Hilton Pensacola Beach
- Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM
Event Schedule:
- 6:00 PM: Drinks, silent auction, 50/50 raffle (bring cash!), liquor toss, and games
- 7:00 PM: Dinner, program, & awards
- 9:00 PM: Dancing
- 10:00 PM: After-party at Bamboo Willie's!
Dress Code: Formal attire is encouraged
Parking: Free parking is available at the Hilton.
Hotel Stay: Discounted rates may available for gala guests. Please contact our office for more details.
About the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber Foundation
The Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is the charitable, 501c3 arm of the chamber. Through its mission, and with the support of its own separate board, our foundation awards multiple scholarships every year to support the Gulf Breeze community. The foundation hosts 2 major events each year to raise funds for its projects. Since its creation in 2019, the Foundation has donated $32,085 to education and military support projects. Our annual awards gala fundraises for a full 4-year college scholarship through the Take Stock in Children Program which supports students Santa Rosa County.
As one of the pillar projects of the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber Foundation, we are excited to announce our plans to annually support Take Stock in Children. Proceeds from this event will go on to support the Foundation's goal of sponsoring a full, 4-year scholarship to a Santa Rosa County child in need through the Take Stock in Children program.
Last year's Annual Awards Gala met this goal and we were able to fully-fund a 4-year scholarship for a Gulf Breeze High School student through the Take Stock in Children Program.
Thank you, for helping our organization support others!
Tickets & Sponsorships available Nov. 1!
Single Seat- $150
Table for 10 - $1350
Early bird discount! Purchase your seat before December 15 and receive $25 off each ticket.
See highlights from our past galas!
2024 Annual Awards Nominations are open!
Each year we recognize organizations and individuals who have displayed outstanding leadership throughout the past year in our annual Awards ceremony. Nominations were open to the public in November and December of 2024 then each nomination will be presented to our nominating committee formed by the 2023 annual awards winners and select Foundation Board members.
Nominations are open to the public through December 8!
Congratulations to our 2023 Annual Award Winners
Thank you to our 2024 Gala Sponsors & Vendors
