Inside Passport to Paris: Style, sparkle, and giving back

On Saturday, May 10, our Booze & Boutiques community took a little trip to Paris without ever leaving Tampa Bay. Passport to Paris transformed Jackie Z Style Co into a dreamy Parisian escape, blending chic fashion, bubbly brunch vibes, and heartfelt giving to support The Hambrick Foundation and The Children’s Dream Fund.

Hosted alongside Jackie Z herself and her incredible team, this elegant brunch event brought together friends, families, and fashion lovers who believe in doing good while having a beautiful time.

A morning of magic, mimosas, and meaning

From the moment guests arrived, they were welcomed into a Paris inspired setting filled with live music, French pastries, stylish décor, and that buzz of excitement that always seems to follow this community. The boutique was full of laughter, clinking glasses, and conversations that reminded us why we do what we do.

Every look on the racks and every detail at the event was curated to create an experience that celebrated both style and purpose, all in support of children with special needs and children facing life threatening illnesses.

A program with purpose

Our fabulous emcees, Veronica Cintron and Raechelle Davis, guided the event with warmth, charm, and a sense of fun that kept guests engaged from start to finish.

Throughout the program, guests heard directly from representatives from:

• The Children’s Dream Fund, who shared how community support helps make once in a lifetime dreams come true for local children battling serious illnesses.

• The Hambrick Foundation, who introduced several of their St. Petersburg and Tampa based grant recipients and highlighted the impact these organizations are making in the special needs community.

• Eckerd College partners, as The Hambrick Foundation announced its first scholarship initiative to support students who plan to dedicate their careers to individuals with special needs.

The energy climbed even higher during the live auction, where exclusive items and experiences sparked some friendly bidding wars and helped raise critical funds. And of course, no Booze & Boutiques experience would be complete without the chance to sip and shop, while supporting great local charities.

Dreams taking flight

One of the most special moments of the day came courtesy of The Children’s Dream Fund. We were honored to cheer on dreamer Galilea as she strutted down the runway, owning her moment with confidence and joy.

In a beautiful surprise, Galilea learned that her dream is coming true this summer. It was a powerful reminder of why these events matter so much.

Gratitude to our sponsors, partners, and guests

An event like Passport to Paris is never a solo effort. It is the result of generous partners, creative collaborators, and guests who show up with open hearts.

Thank you to:

• Our sponsors, whose support made this event possible

• Jackie Zumba and the entire team at Jackie Z Style Co for opening their beautiful space and bringing the fashion magic

• Our volunteers, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly

• Our auction donors, whose contributions added excitement and impact

• And every guest who attended, toasted, donated, bid, and believed in the mission

Until our next adventure

Passport to Paris was more than a themed brunch. It was a celebration of community, generosity, and the power of style driven giving. Together, we proved once again that fashion can be a force for good and that memorable experiences can also create meaningful change.

From all of us at Booze & Boutiques, merci for being part of this journey. We cannot wait to see you at our next stop.