February 23, 2026

Slaw Dog Invitational Raises $59,000 for Local Nonprofits — Including Valerie’s House

February 23, 2026/ Justin LaVerdiere

The 29th Annual Paul Sands Memorial Slaw Dog Invitational raised an incredible $59,000 to support Southwest Florida nonprofits — and Valerie’s House is honored to be one of them.

The mission of Valerie’s House is to help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives.

Fort Myers Mailing Address:
PO Box 1955
Fort Myers, FL 33902

Punta Gorda Mailing Address:
233 East McKenzie Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Naples Mailing Address:
5425 Park Central Ct #112
Naples, FL 34109

Pensacola Mailing Address:
904 East Gadsden Street
Pensacola, FL 32501

Valerie’s House has received the Guidestar Seal of Transparency.

VALERIE’S HOUSE, INC.
Fort Myers • Naples • Charlotte County • Pensacola
Phone 239-204-5804

Valerie’s House is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, registration # CH46827. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. For more information, contact the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs at 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) or visit www.freshfromflorida.com.

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Slaw Dog Invitational Raises $59,000 for Local Nonprofits — Including Valerie’s House

OUR VISION IS THAT NO CHILD WILL GRIEVE ALONE.

The mission of Valerie’s House is to help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives.

Fort Myers Mailing Address:
PO Box 1955
Fort Myers, FL 33902

Punta Gorda Mailing Address:
233 East McKenzie Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Naples Mailing Address:
5425 Park Central Ct #112
Naples, FL 34109

Pensacola Mailing Address:
904 East Gadsden Street
Pensacola, FL 32501

Valerie’s House has received the Guidestar Seal of Transparency.

Blog Posts For News

OUR VISION IS THAT NO CHILD WILL GRIEVE ALONE.

The mission of Valerie’s House is to help children and families work through the loss of a loved one together and go on to live fulfilling lives.

Fort Myers Mailing Address: PO Box 1955 Fort Myers, FL 33902

Punta Gorda Mailing Address: 233 East McKenzie Street Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Naples Mailing Address: 5425 Park Central Ct #112 Naples, FL 34109

Pensacola Mailing Address: 904 East Gadsden Street Pensacola, FL 32501

Valerie’s House has received the Guidestar Seal of Transparency.

Fort Myers Mailing Address:
PO Box 1955
Fort Myers, FL 33902

Punta Gorda Mailing Address:
233 East McKenzie Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Naples Mailing Address:
5425 Park Central Ct #112
Naples, FL 34109

Pensacola Mailing Address:
904 East Gadsden Street
Pensacola, FL 32501