About The Fashion PAWty
A dog fashion show with a purpose.
On September 26, 2026, Happy Brew in Jacksonville rolls out the orange carpet for a one-of-a-kind night — dogs in costume, mocktails in hand, music in the air, and a community united around making the world more accessible for the blind and low vision community.
Our Mission
Why we throw this PAWty
The Eye Spy Foundation helps the blind and low vision community navigate community resources so they can live a better low vision lifestyle. The Fashion PAWty is how we bring Jacksonville together to celebrate that mission — and fund it. Every ticket, every sponsorship, every vendor booth helps us reach our $25,000 fundraising goal.
This year, The Fashion PAWty also benefits Leader Dogs for the Blind — a guide dog school that pairs people with trusted navigation partners. When you come to the PAWty, you help raise a future guide dog.
Tickets include entry, food, and mocktails — so come hungry, come stylish, and bring your four-legged best friend if they've got an outfit to show off.
Get Involved
How to be part of the PAWty
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Volunteer
Lend a paw. We need a crew for check-in, runway coordination, vendor support, and more.
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Become a Sponsor
Put your brand at the center of the runway show. Packages from $75 to $5,000.
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Vendors
Set up a table in the Kennel Club vendor area and reach a crowd of dog lovers.
Apply to vend →
Questions & Answers
About the Eye Spy Foundation
- What is the Eye Spy Foundation?
- The Eye Spy Foundation (ESF) is a Jacksonville-based nonprofit dedicated to helping the blind and low vision community navigate community resources and live a fuller, more independent life. ESF connects people with services, tools, and support so they can thrive — at home, at work, and in their community.
- What is EyeSpy.org?
- EyeSpy.org is the home of the Eye Spy Foundation online. You'll find information about the foundation's programs, resources for the blind and low vision community, and ways to get involved — from volunteering to donating. The Fashion PAWty is one of the foundation's signature fundraising events.
- Where do the funds raised go?
- Every dollar raised through The Fashion PAWty supports two organizations. The majority of proceeds benefit the Eye Spy Foundation, funding programs that connect the blind and low vision community with navigation resources and lifestyle support. A portion of proceeds also benefits Leader Dogs for the Blind, which trains and places guide dogs with people who are blind or have low vision. Our fundraising goal is $25,000. Learn more about who we help →
- Who is Leader Dogs for the Blind?
- Leader Dogs for the Blind is a Michigan-based nonprofit that has been training guide dogs and providing orientation and mobility services since 1939. They pair people who are blind or have low vision with highly trained guide dogs — at no cost to the client. By attending The Fashion PAWty, you help fund the next generation of guide dogs.
- How does the Eye Spy Foundation help the blind and low vision community?
- ESF focuses on navigation — helping people find and access the community resources, services, and tools that make low vision life more manageable and more connected. This includes everything from technology resources to community programs. The Fashion PAWty directly funds that work. Visit EyeSpy.org to learn more →
- How can I get involved beyond buying a ticket?
- There are several ways to make a bigger impact: volunteer on event day, become a sponsor with packages starting at $75, or set up a vendor table in our Kennel Club vendor area. You can also follow the Eye Spy Foundation year-round. Every bit of support helps us serve the blind and low vision community in Jacksonville and beyond.