Burn Your Own Steak 2026
Event
Join us for the 11th “Burn Your Own Steak” fundraising event on March 21, 2026 at Copper & Stow Venue and Event Center in Jacksonville, North Carolina to raise money and awareness for our critically wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families.
About the Event
Semper Fi & America’s Fund invites you to join us on March 21, 2026 for the 11th “Burn Your Own Steak” Event at Copper & Stow Venue and Event Center in Jacksonville, North Carolina.
Come for a memorable night of fundraising highlighted by a delicious steak dinner (no grilling required), silent and live auctions, and inspiring stories from local Semper Fi & America’s Fund service members. This is the place to be – and we need you there.
Our goal will be to raise funds, increase awareness, and provide vital support for our critically wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and military families. Since its inception in 2004, The Fund has been an integral part of the healing and support of local active duty and retired military in the Carolinas. Our “Burn Your Own Steak” event is both a celebration of this journey and a commitment to future support of our local heroes.
Our mission is to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who have served to protect our freedom and their families. You play a critical role in this mission. We hope you will join us in this important endeavor.
NEW EVENT LOCATION: Copper & Stow Venue and Event Center, 261 Ben Williams Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
See you there – and bring your appetite!
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
Diamond Level Sponsors
Gold Level Sponsors
Silver Level Sponsors
Bronze Level Sponsors
Friend of the Fund Level Sponsors
For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Tracey Brunetti at Tracey.Brunetti@TheFund.org.
FAQ’s
What do I wear to this event? The event is casual.
Do I have to grill my own steak? No. We kept the name of the event as a long-standing tradition. Steaks are now prepared by the talented staff from The Boro restaurant.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? Yes. Please leave a note at the time of your RSVP, and we will reach out with options.
Can I reserve an entire table? Yes! You can reserve tables in groups of eight (8).
Can I request to sit with a friend? Yes. There will be an opportunity to indicate who you would like to sit with at the time of registration.
What time should I arrive? Doors open to the public at 5 pm. Event programs will begin promptly at 5:45 pm.
What time does the event end? We expect to conclude the event by 9 pm.
What is your RSVP Deadline? All RSVPs must be received by March 13th.