K9s For Warriors Salute To Heroes Gala: February 13, 2027

The K9s For Warriors Salute To Heroes Gala is Saturday, February 13, 2027 at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach. The 2026 gala raised more than $1.7 million toward the organization's mission of ending veteran suicide. Tickets and sponsorships are reserved through an inquiry form on the K9s For Warriors site.

• When: Saturday, February 13, 2027. Start time not yet posted.
• Where: Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa, 1000 TPC Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach
• Cost: Ticket and sponsorship prices not yet posted
• Reserve a ticket or sponsor: K9s For Warriors event inquiry form

K9s For Warriors pairs trained service dogs with veterans living with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma. Most of the dogs come from shelters. The veteran pays nothing, and the gala is one of the biggest nights of the year for covering that cost.

What to expect

The 2027 program hasn't been announced, so the best guide is last year. The 2026 gala was the fourth annual, held at the same resort on February 21, and it marked the organization's 15th year. The night included a VIP reception, a cocktail reception, and a dinner.

Here's how the 2026 evening ran:

• Emcee: John Bachman, the former Action News Jax anchor
• Opening: Air Force veteran Adam and his service dog Cooper led the Pledge of Allegiance. Adelyn Sacks, a 12-year-old from Ponte Vedra, sang the National Anthem.
• Keynote: Navy veteran Will, who served 26 years, spoke alongside his service dog Bob and got a standing ovation.
• Guest speaker: Steve Schwab, CEO of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, on the people who care for veterans at home
• Awards: Philanthropist of the Year, Corporate Partner of the Year, Legacy Builder, and Volunteer of the Year

Eighteen veterans attended with their service dogs. The dogs sat through the speeches, the awards, and a full dinner service happening at nose level. We've seen worse behavior at galas from people.

How to get tickets

There's no ticket page yet. K9s For Warriors is taking names through its event inquiry form. Enter your name, email, and phone, check Salute To Heroes Gala, and choose Attend. The organization follows up from there.

Prices, the start time, and dress guidance weren't posted when we checked in October 2026. Expect those after you submit the form.

How to sponsor the gala

Sponsorship runs through the same inquiry form. Choose Sponsor, or Attend & Sponsor if you want seats too.

For a sense of scale, the 2026 gala listed sponsors at Diamond, Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels, plus table sponsors. Some levels came with a named piece of the night, like the VIP reception or the take-home gift. The 2027 levels and prices aren't public yet.

Where the money goes

K9s For Warriors says gala proceeds go to training more service dogs, rescuing more dogs, and reaching more veterans. In 2025 the organization reported 128 new veteran and service dog pairings, 198 dogs rescued, and 14 station dogs placed with first responder agencies.

Parking and getting there

The Sawgrass Marriott sits off A1A in Ponte Vedra Beach, next door to TPC Sawgrass and about 30 minutes from downtown Jacksonville. The resort has self parking and valet.

A month later the same stretch of road fills with people trying to get a look at the 17th green. February is the easy time to find the place.

Where to eat and drink nearby

Dinner was part of the 2026 gala. If you're staying over, the resort has its own restaurants, including Vernon's and Alice & Pete's Pub. Our Jacksonville restaurant guide covers the rest of the area.

Before you go

The date and venue come from the K9s For Warriors Signature Events page. The program details describe the 2026 gala and may change for 2027. K9s For Warriors also put its name on the Tri-Bridge Challenge, a 10K and 5K in downtown Jacksonville on November 14, 2026.

Reserve a gala ticket or sponsorship through K9s For Warriors.