1st Annual Veterans First Responder Award Show

Welcome to the 1st Annual Veterans First Responder Award Show!

Join us for the 1st Annual Veterans and First Responders Award Show, an evening dedicated to honoring the men and women who serve, protect, and strengthen our communities.

Hosted by the SYOTOS Foundation, this special event will recognize outstanding individuals and organizations across Northwest Florida who have demonstrated exceptional service, leadership, and commitment to veterans and first responders.

During the evening, we will also pause for a special tribute to those lost during the Naval Air Station Pensacola tragedy and to the first responders, service members, and community members who answered the call that day and stood strong in the face of it. Their courage and sacrifice remain part of our shared story.

Guests will enjoy a catered dinner and formal awards ceremony in a setting that brings together community leaders, veterans, first responders, families, and supporters for a night of recognition, remembrance, and gratitude.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 12th

Time: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Location: University of West Florida – UWF Commons Conference Center, Pensacola, Florida

Attire: Black Tie / Formal Attire Suggested

Awards to be Presented

Community Service of the Year

For and Non-Profit of the Year Supporting Veterans and First Responders

Civilian of the Year

Spouse of the Year

First Responder of the Year — Law Enforcement (Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties)

First Responder of the Year — Firefighter (Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties)

Veteran of the Year

Master of Ceremonies

Dr. Trei McMullen

Xuripha Barrow

Hosted by the SYOTOS Foundation.

President: Dr. Trei McMullen, U.S. Army Retired

CEO: CSM Todd Sims, FORSCOM, U.S. Army Retired