Southern Swamp Gala

03/02/2026

Southern Swamp Gala 2026 — Round Two ✨

🔹We’re still not over this night!🔹

Here's another photo drop from an unforgettable evening supporting the heroes who serve our Southwest Florida communities. 🇺🇸

Eight years in, and Southern Swamp Gala keeps raising the bar! Incredible live music by Nashville’s finest musicians. Outstanding food. Sponsors and a community that continue to show up strong year after year!

At its core, this event exists for one reason: to advance the mission of the SWFL Heroes Foundation and stand behind the men and women it serves.

We are beyond grateful for everyone who makes this night, and this impact, possible!

Learn more about the SWFL Heroes Foundation and the work behind Southern Swamp Gala on our website.
https://swflheroesfoundation.org/

02/25/2026

🇺🇸 Investing in Our Future Heroes 🇺🇸

Because of the generosity of this community, the SWFL Heroes Foundation was honored to award scholarships to three outstanding young men who are stepping forward to serve as first responders:

🚑 Aydin Holt – Two-time recipient, most recently awarded for EMT certification at SWFL Public Service Academy
🔥 Weston Mungillo – Braxton College, Fire Academy 1 & 2
🔥 Berthony Jean Louis – FSW, Fire 1 & 2

⭐️ This is what your support makes possible! ⭐️
Thank you for investing in the next generation of local heroes. 🇺🇸
Together we are making a difference.

To Aydin, Weston, and Berthony, we are proud of you!
Keep pushing forward. The future is brighter because you’re in it!

For more information about SWFL Heroes Foundation, Inc., visit their website here:
https://swflheroesfoundation.org

02/25/2026

✨ Southern Swamp Gala 2026 — First Highlights ✨

What a night it was!

Boots. Bling. Bidding wars. A packed dance floor. Full plates. Big laughs. Bigger hearts.

Here’s our first round of highlights from an unforgettable Denim & Diamonds evening! If you were there, you already know — the energy was electric!

To every guest who showed up ready to celebrate, support the mission, and dance like nobody was watching — thank you!! Because of you, the SWFL Heroes Foundation is able to continue investing directly into the men and women who serve our communities. Nights like this don’t just create memories — they create real impact.

And to all the wonderful people and businesses who went above and beyond to make the night exceptional, we couldn't have done it without you!

Special thanks to:

🔷 Sullivan’s Catering for the absolutely mouth-watering food
🔷 Our own LaBelle Fire Chief, Brent Stevens, for emceeing the evening
🔷 City Girl Hat Bar for donating a portion of their evening profits back to the Foundation
🔷 Palm Printing for pulling off last-minute details flawlessly
🔷 All of our sponsors and volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes

More moments (and some very special highlights) are coming next!

Tag yourself! Tag your table! Tag your dance partner!

02/25/2026

02/20/2026

While you're getting ready for tomorrow night's Southern Swamp Gala it's a great time to make your plans for next weekend!

Off Duty Fishing Series
Red Grouper Bash 🔥🎣

📍 Location: Moss Marina, Fort Myers Beach
📅 Dates: February 27–28
🍔 Food + drinks
🎶 Entertainment
👨‍👩‍👧 Fun for the whole family

Whether you’re fishing or just coming out to enjoy the day, it’s going to be a solid weekend on the water with good people and good energy.

Sign up or get more details: https://offdutyfishingseries.com

Off Duty Fishing Series was co-founded by Alec Dilallo and Ryan Joyce, two local firefighters and charter captains who wanted to give back to the community in a meaningful way after the devastating effects of Hurricane Ian.

They decided to host a fishing tournament that could raise money for rebuilding efforts. That first event laid the foundation for what Off Duty Fishing Series is today — a tournament series focused on giving back to the community while bringing people together through fishing.

We’re grateful for their ongoing support of the SWFL Heroes Foundation and the way they continue to step up for all of Southwest Florida!

02/20/2026

✨ 💎 Tomorrow night. Nashville is coming to you! 💎 ✨

Southern Swamp Gala 2026 is almost here — and you already know this isn't just another event!

💎 Denim & Diamonds vibes
🎶 Live Music —We're bringing Nashville to you!
🤠 Boots on the dance floor
🍽 Great food & drinks available throughout the evening!
🇺🇸 A cause that makes a real difference in SWFL

Every ticket helps fund scholarships for future first responders, strengthening the next generation of local heroes and building a stronger Southwest Florida.

See you tomorrow! 🎶🔥
https://swflheroesfoundation.org/product/general-admission-ticket/

02/19/2026

🔥 2 DAYS 🔥

Our 8th Annual Southern Swamp Gala is almost here — and if you’ve been meaning to grab tickets, this is your sign!

Saturday night in LaBelle:
💎 Denim & Diamonds vibes
🎶 Live Music —We're bringing Nashville to you!
🤠 Boots on the dance floor
🍽 Great food & drinks available throughout the evening!
🇺🇸 A cause that makes a real difference in SWFL

Every ticket helps fund scholarships for future first responders, strengthening the next generation of local heroes and building a stronger Southwest Florida.

Scan the QR. Grab your tickets.
Or follow the link here: https://swflheroesfoundation.org/product/general-admission-ticket/

💎 We’ll see you Saturday! 💎

02/18/2026

💎✨ 3 DAYS TO GO ✨💎

Our 8th Annual Southern Swamp Gala is almost here!
This Saturday night, LaBelle is lighting up with our Denim & Diamonds themed event!

Southern Swamp Gala:
Live music —We're bringing Nashville's finest to you!
Dancing under the stars
Drinks and Food available throughout the evening!

If you’ve been waiting, this is your reminder — Dance Tickets are still available, and this is your chance to be part of one of the most anticipated nights of the year!

Every ticket supports the mission of the SWFL Heroes Foundation and the local heroes we serve right here in our community.

Saturday • 2.21.2026 • Don't Miss This!

Grab your dance tickets online and join us on the dance floor.
✨🇺🇸
https://swflheroesfoundation.org/product/general-admission-ticket/

02/16/2026

⭐️ LIVE AUCTION SPOTLIGHT ⭐️

This one is Pure Florida.
A 2-Day Guided Osceola Spring Gobbler Hunt at K&P Ranch will be one of the auction items this Saturday night at the Southern Swamp Gala!

Brought to you by Ayman Kaki & Chad Perkins, here’s what’s included:

• 2 Days / 2 Nights
• 2 Hunters
• Lodging Included
• 1 Bird
• Prime Osceola territory with an abundance of birds

If you know turkey hunting, you know Osceolas are in a class of their own — sharp, cautious, and an exciting hunt.

The auction takes place during the Sponsor & VIP Dinner and is limited to Sponsors and VIP ticket holders.
Don't miss out!

For information on other Live Auction items, check out the SWFL Heroes Foundation page here: https://swflheroesfoundation.org/2026-southern-swamp-gala-labelle-fl/southern-swamp-gala-2026-live-auction/