Events
Oak & Vine 2026
Join us for a special evening celebrating the impact of philanthropy in our community. Featuring heavy hors d'oeuvres, complimentary wine and the presentation of grant awards. The annual Spirit of Brandon Award is also presented.
Friday, October 23, 2026 at Brandon Golf Course, from 6-8 pm. Doors open at 5:30 pm.
Tickets are $50 per person or $500 per table (8 tickets per reserved table).
Registration is closed.
💙 Congratulations to our 2026 Spirit Award recipients — Diane Johnson and Erin & Tye Doll!
As the Brandon Community Foundation celebrates its 20th anniversary, it seems especially fitting to recognize a family whose story is so closely connected to the story of our Foundation.
Twenty years ago, Gene Johnson had a vision to create a permanent charitable resource that would strengthen the Brandon community for generations to come. With Diane by his side, Gene brought together a group of community members who believed in that vision and helped establish the Brandon Community Foundation in 2006.
When the Foundation celebrated its 15th anniversary, Erin reflected on what inspired her dad:
“I remember him talking about how it would be something permanent — something that would last forever.”
Twenty years later, that vision continues to grow. Through their continued support of the Foundation and the Brandon community, Diane, Erin and Tye have helped carry forward a legacy rooted in generosity, community and a belief in making Brandon an even better place to call home.
The Spirit Award recognizes those who embody the spirit of giving and community that has shaped the Brandon Community Foundation from the beginning. We are incredibly honored to recognize Diane Johnson and Erin & Tye Doll as this year’s recipients — and to celebrate the Johnson family’s special place in our Foundation’s history.
We hope you’ll be there to help us celebrate 20 years of giving, impact and community — and the people who helped make it all possible.
