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Barnabas Center Announces 2026 Hometown Heroes Nominees and Ticket Sales for 5th annual Fashion Show

Barnabas Center 2026 Hometown Heroes

Fernandina Beach, FL — January 26th— Barnabas Center announces the 2026 Hometown Heroes—individuals recognized for their outstanding impact on youth in Nassau County. These local champions will be honored at the 5th annual Hometown Heroes Fashion Show, taking place February 23, 2026, at Mocama Beer Company in Fernandina Beach.

Each year, through the Hometown Heroes Fashion Show, Barnabas Center celebrates community members who quietly and faithfully support others and young people, including coaches, mentors, educators, caregivers, and advocates. The 2026 event theme, “Believers in Our Youth,” shines a spotlight on those who dedicate their time, talent, and heart to helping young people thrive.

2026 Hometown Heroes Nominees

  • Bryce Nelson — Fernandina Beach High School Football Assistant Coach, Offensive Coordinator
  • Daisy Hester — America’s Youth
  • Dearsha Johnson — Director of Children’s Merchandising and Programming, Story & Song
  • Lisa Sala — Religious Formation Director, St. Michael’s Catholic Church
  • Jacque Banks — Program Director, Take Stock in Children
  • Rob Gibson — Fernandina Beach Youth Tennis
  • Shuala Martin —Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida
  • Mollie Cressey — Homeless Liaison for the McKinney-Vento Program, Nassau County School District
  • Barb Kent — Rotaract
  • Eric Kubatzke, Pat & Jeremy Ferry, Fernandina Beach Wrestling Club
  • Sarah Twardy, Nassau County Teacher of the year, Fernandina Beach High School
  • Dr. Kathy Burns, Superintendent of Schools, Nassau County School District
  • Lena Ramsay, Area Manager, Nassau County, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida

Event Details

Monday, February 23, 2026 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Mocama Beer Company 629 South 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL

Tickets: $30 — available now Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets will be sold at the door.

Guests will enjoy an evening of inspiration as nominees take the runway, alongside light bites, a silent auction, and community celebration. Proceeds benefit Barnabas Center’s programs and services, which provide food, health care, and empowerment services to individuals and families across Nassau County.

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and event updates, visit: https://barnabasnassau.org/hometown-heroes-fashion-show/.

Event proceeds help Barnabas Center achieve its ongoing mission to provide help and hope to individuals and families in need throughout Nassau County, FL, to improve their stability, health, and well-being. For more information on Barnabas Center, please visit www. barnabasnassau.org.

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