2026 Avenues to the Future – State College of Florida Foundation

***Date: Saturday, February 7th, 2026* | Time: 5:30 to 9:30 PM | *Venue: SCF Bradenton Campus***

We’re excited to bring back Bourbon, Brews & BBQ as a part of this year’s Avenues to the Future celebration! Put on your boots, dust off your cowboy hat and add a little sparkle and join us on February 7, 2026, at SCF’s Bradenton Campus for an unforgettable evening sipping bourbon, tasting craft beers, and tapping your boots under the twinkle of lights to raise money to support students in higher education.

Enjoy a curated selection of fine bourbons and craft brews, savor elevated BBQ catered by Innovative Dining, and line dance the night away to your favorite country tunes. You’ll also have the chance to hear an SCF student’s inspiring story and discover how our college is shaping futures.

Attire: Upscale Western. Dress to impress
with a hint of country charm, boots, denim, dresses, and a little sparkle are
all welcome.

Come raise a glass with us—for a night of celebration and support for local students who can achieve their dreams through higher education.

Individual tickets to Avenues to the Future: Bourbon, Brews & BBQ are $200 each. Our table ticket option provides tickets for 8 people at one table with host signage for $1,600.00.

Event Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorships and in-kind contributions to Avenues to the Future: Bourbon, Brews & BBQ underwrite the event and benefit student scholarships, academic improvements, and capital enhancements. For more information about becoming a sponsor and all the benefits associated, please contact Madeline Mangas at MangasM@SCF.edu or via 941-752-5336.

Title Sponsor – $10,000 includes 12 event tickets and Podium Time

Full Proof Level – $8,000 includes 12 event tickets and Podium Recognition

Old Fashioned Level – $6,000 includes 10 event tickets and Podium Recognition

Charred Oak Level – $3,500 includes 8 event tickets and Podium Recognition

Distilled Level – $2,500 includes 6 event tickets

Barrel Level – $1,500 includes 4 event tickets

*Advertising and Brand Recognition are included in all sponsorships

Event Underwriting Opportunities

For more information about underwriting opportunities and the benefits associated, please contact Madeline Mangas, MangasM@scf.edu or 941-752-5336.

Bourbon Tasting Underwriter – FleetForce Truck Driver Training

Signature Drink Underwriter – Hepner Architects

Photography Underwriter – Diane Weaver & David Zaccardelli

Program Underwriter – Pam & Bibb Swain

Bar Underwriter- The Morin Family

Coffee Bar Underwriter- Urgent Care Dental Bradenton

Decoration Underwriter- The Cota Group

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2nd Signature Drink Underwriter-$2,000

Student Speaker Underwriter- $1,000