Our 22rd annual celebration will commemorate the bicentennial of the War of 1812 during April 25-30, 2012. Fleet Week will feature Navy ships dock-side in Port Everglades. Nearly 2,500 men and women of the US Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard will participate. Fleet Week provides an opportunity for citizens of South Florida to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen as well as witness first-hand the latest capabilities of today’s modern navy and maritime services. Please consider general and specific financial support for the following events planned to hub throughout South Florida.
BROWARD NAVY DAYS, INC. (BND) is a 501(c)(3), non-profit with a mission of supporting the morale, welfare, & recreation of our nation’s Navy, Coast Guard and Marines services. Fleet Week Port Everglades 2012 – presented by title sponsor Humana Military Healthcare Services and new presenting sponsor Advocate Home Care – is South Florida’s occasion to honor and celebrate our Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen for their services to our country. Demonstrate your support for our active duty military and their families by supporting BND Fleet Week Port Everglades and our mission of honoring and celebrating these patriots. Join us in thanking men and women of the military through public events that entertain and recognize these heroes. Fleet Week’s magic is in the power of the partnership between our communities and the men and women who serve our nation in the naval services. These great young Americans felt a call to serve their country and are routinely sent to represent our nation, and to defend our strategic interests at great personal risk. Hours are long, pay is low, and physical hardships and family separations are part of the job. South Floridians feel a unique bond to these Sailors, Marines and Coastguardsmen, and hundreds turn out to demonstrate that support each year and to enjoy the fun and excitement of world-class special events.
Public Events
Wednesday 25 April – All Hands on Deck Welcoming Party – Seminole Hard Rock & Casino. Come meet 1800 sailors. Event starts at 6:00 pm and is FREE to the public.
Thursday 26 April – Hirmashee Rock the Boat Party – 7:30 pm to ? Entertainment by Navy Band Pride FREE to the public.
Thursday 26 April – Navy Band TGIF plays at Hollywood Band Shell on the Boardwalk – 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm FREE to the public.
Saturday 28 April – Galley Wars at Hugh’s Culinary – 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm click here for tickets.
Sunday 29 April – Rotary 5k run sponsored by Wasie Foundation. Held at Dania Beach Pier – 300 North Beach Road, Dania Beach – starting at 7:00 am. To register online, click here to download a brochure, click here.
Your sponsorship will provide you unique contact with military families while providing behind-the-scenes access that can engage customers, clients and employees by leveraging the power of entertainment. As part of BND’s Corporate Circle, you will be able to provide your guests;
• Premium seats
• VIP privileges
• Pre-public ticket purchasing
• Company visibility
• “Gratitude” of the United States Armed Forces
• PLUS, additional benefits offered throughout the year…exclusively for BND Corporate Circle members!
For more information on sponsorship and corporate visibility programs please contact;
Mary Anne Gray – Chairman (954-649-4777)
