This April, Evolve & Co is partnering with local brands and businesses in the Tampa Bay area to give back to the community in a major way. The St. Pete ad agency is calling on the local community to nominate local heroes who have shown incredible bravery and support for their neighbors during the global pandemic of COVID-19. Nominating takes about three minutes, and winners of the Local Hero contest will be announced on Friday, May 1st. Twelve local heroes will be selected. All prizes will be shipped via mail and are redeemable once the businesses are permitted to reopen their doors. Watch the video.

“It’s been incredible to see how the community has come together, and our hearts go out to the essential workers - healthcare, first responders, etc. who are braving a deadly virus to serve their communities” says Lisa Williams, President of Evolve & Co. “Many of our clients are in hospitality, and although many of them are in despair, they welcomed our idea of a local hero campaign with generosity. It’s the least we can do for those on the front line.”

The public can submit nominations through April 30th here: https://bit.ly/2Vth5Fe

Godfrey Hotel & Cabanas Tampa
One Night Hotel Stay & Play | One night hotel stay (king or double) and dinner for two at WTR Pool & Grill. ($350 value) https://www.godfreyhoteltampa.com

The Sarasota Modern
Weekend Stay | Balcony Standard Room for 2 nights (includes parking and destination fee. $684 value)
Dinner for 2 | Up to $100 value (reservations required).
One Year Membership to Modern Family | Access to Pool Amenities: swimming pool, hot tub, cold plunge; games on the pool deck, gym access and 15% off F&B. ($1200 value)
https://www.thesarasotamodern.com



Boulevard Burgers & Tap House
$50 Gift Card | Enjoy lunch or dinner at St. Pete Beach’s Boulevard Burgers & Tap House. The restaurant features indoor and outdoor dining, craft burgers, fresh seafood, full liquor bar, local craft brews on tap, live music on the weekends, and more. www.blvdburgers.com

Club Savor
One Year Membership | Enjoy half off an entrée and one alcoholic drink for both you and a guest at dozens of local establishments, every time you dine. ($359.40 value) www.clubsavor.com

Crafty Squirrel
$50 Gift Card | Dine at Crafty Squirrel, a high-energy bar & restaurant featuring handcrafted pizzas, creative cocktails, and other American favorites with a twist. https://craftysquirrel.com

The Oyster Bar
$50 Gift Card | Dine at The Oyster Bar for a trendy bar experience and indulge in a spectrum of fresh seafood, meat and poultry options. https://oysterbarstpete.com

Flute & Dram
$50 Gift Card | Experience exquisite dining at an upscale bar that embodies an authentic experience for the connoisseurs of champagne, caviar, and whiskey.
www.flutendram.com

Nightshift Wax Co.
Vegan Candle or Perfume | All natural, plant-based soy candle or fragrance. ($20 value)
https://nightshiftwaxcompany.com

The Body Electric
30-Day Unlimited Pass | Get a workout in at the all-new Body Electric Athletic Facility. ($135 value) http://thebodyelectricyoga.com

Jackie Z Style Co.
$50 Gift Card | Shop the latest fashion trends for men and women at Jackie Z Style Co. A unique, upscale fashion boutique that offers men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes and jewelry. https://www.jackiezstyle.com

EVOLVE & CO: Evolve & Co is a full-service advertising agency located in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. The company is a collective of brand strategists and creatives, specializing in the lifestyle vertical. The firm is located at 475 Central Avenue Suite M7, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701. www.evolveandco.com

Editors: For details, or to schedule an interview contact Lisa Williams | [email protected] or 727.490.9835.