Fishing, Sandbar & BBQ
The Southernmost BBQ Competition in the USA!
OCEAN'S EDGE | KEY WEST, FLORIDA | MARCH 5-8th, 2026
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From reeling in big catches to enjoying a top-notch BBQ and soaking up the sun at the sandbar, it’s all about good times and a great cause.
MARCH 5-8TH, 2026
OCEAN’S EDGE RESORT, KEY WEST FL.
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$20,000 Donation
Premium, Top-Level Sponsorship — 1 Available
Example: "YOUR COMPANY Presents Bear & Burton’s Key West Invitational"
Presenting name rights to the tournament (your brand will appear directly alongside the event title)
Premier logo placement on:
All tournament branding (shirts, signage, website, media, awards, swag, etc.)
All press releases, email communications, digital and print marketing
All video content and recap footage
Back cover ad AND Full-page ad in event program
Logo featured on tournament welcome banner and stage backdrop
Verbal recognition throughout the event and at awards ceremony
Opportunity to speak at the kickoff or awards dinner (3–5 mins)
Judge seat on BBQ competition
Premium captain’s bucket access: Unlimited items allowed (swag distributed to influencers, teams, and VIPs)
Exclusive VIP Experience Package for 1 Team (includes guide fees, event access, exclusive dinner, etc.)
Dedicated social media campaign (3 custom posts across platforms)
Right of first refusal for next year’s presenting sponsorship
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$15,000 Donation
Large logo placement across all branding and promotional material
Featured in all press releases, media, and social content
Cover logo + Full-page ad in tournament program
Logo inclusion on awards and swag
1 judge seat on BBQ panel
Unlimited items in captain’s buckets (for influencers & content)
1 Team Entry (includes guide fees and donation)
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$10,000 Donation
Secondary logo placement on all marketing, shirts, signage, and captain's buckets
Featured in press releases and digital media
1/2-page ad in tournament program
Up to 3 items in captain’s buckets
1 Team Entry (includes guide fees and donation)
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$7,500 Donation
Tertiary logo placement on merchandise, signage, and digital media
1/4-page ad in tournament program
Up to 2 items in captain’s buckets
Website and social media logo placement
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$5,000 Donation
Logo placement on all merchandise, signage, and digital platforms
Up to 2 items in captain’s buckets
Recognition on social media and website
No Competition team
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$5,000 Donation
One Team Entry (includes two-day guided fishing/sandbar trip)
Team recognition in tournament program and social platforms
Access to all event activities as a participant team
Ideal for companies looking to compete and enjoy the event with some brand visibility.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Big Hitters, Bigger Impact.
Good food brings people together. The best BBQ? That brings them running.
In 2024, our pitmasters and personalities sparked 97M+ views and 200M+ impressions for participating brands, sponsors, and our cause.
With a star-studded roster and massive combined reach, your brand can count on unmatched coverage all weekend—while joining the fight to end pediatric cancer.
SOCIAL MEDIA AMBASSADORS
Matt Pittman
@meatchurch


Heath Riles
@heathrilesbbq


Tony Ramirez
@tfti.bbq


Kosmo
@kosmosq
Chuck Motto
@chucksflavortrain


Chad Ward
@whiskeybentbbq
Al Frugoni
@alfrugoni
Captain Ron Dimpflmaier
@cptnron

Mel Chmilar Jr @darksideofthegrill
Mike Star
@BlazingStarBBQ


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