The Flamingo - Jake Owen Foundation

The Flamingo takes over Vero Beach, Florida, for three days of community celebration and fundraising. Country music star Jake Owen returns to his hometown each year to host this multi-event weekend that blends entertainment with charitable giving.

Event Format

The weekend packs five distinct events into three days:

• The Flamingo Comedy Jam – Stand-up comedy performances hosted by Ryan Parsons featuring comedian Sheena Reagan. Actor and comedian Jamie Lissow headlines the show.
• The Flamingo Family Fun Run 3K – A morning race with awards for top finishers, largest team, top fundraiser, and best dressed flamingo. Participants receive flamingo race shirts, professional race timing, post-race refreshments, and optional finisher medals.
• The Flamingo Songwriter Splash – Singer-songwriter showcase featuring Nashville talent.
• The Flamingo Jam feat. Jake Owen and Friends – The main concert featuring Owen alongside Leo33 Recording Artist Trey Pendley and Grammy-winning songwriter Kendell Marvel.
• The Flamingo Fishing Classic – Tournament targeting snook, trout, redfish, sheepshead, and snapper. First place wins $500, second place wins $250, and third place wins $100. Participants of all ages can compete.

Events take place at various locations throughout Vero Beach. The main concert takes place in an aircraft hangar.

Foundation Impact

The Jake Owen Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established to provide financial support to children battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses through partnerships with organizations like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Since founding in 2010, the Jake Owen Foundation has raised more than $8.5 million. The nonprofit now benefits about 30 different nonprofits including local chapters of Habitat for Humanity, Boys and Girls Clubs, and Autism Speaks.

The foundation supports youth programs focused on healthcare, fitness, education, nutrition, and crisis care. Recent events have also supported hurricane relief efforts for those impacted in the Vero Beach area.

How to Participate

Community members can join the Flamingo event or make donations through the Jake Owen Foundation’s website at www.jakeowenfoundation.org. The foundation generates funding through private donations, brand sponsorships, and ticket sales.