SANFORD, Fla – This weekend’s Trooper Steve on Patrol took us to the heart of historic downtown Sanford, where the 14th annual Pints and Paws craft beer festival brought together thousands of people and plenty of four-legged friends—for a cause that continues to grow in a big way.
From the moment you stepped onto the streets, it was clear this wasn’t just your typical festival. This was Central Florida showing up for something meaningful. Local vendors, craft breweries, rescue organizations and animal lovers filled the area, all with one shared goal: supporting pet rescue efforts right here in our community.
And this year? It came with a major milestone.
Organizers announced the event has officially surpassed the $1 million mark raised over the years—money that goes directly back into local animal rescue organizations across Central Florida. That’s real impact, helping shelters, funding care and giving animals a second chance at finding their forever homes.
For me personally, this one meant a lot. I had the honor of serving as the MC for the second year in a row, and I’ll tell you it never gets old seeing this kind of support firsthand. The energy, the people, the mission… it all comes together in a way that reminds you just how strong this community really is.
Whether you came out for the craft beer, the live entertainment, or just to spend some time with some incredible adoptable pets, you were part of something bigger.
We captured it all on this weekend’s Trooper Steve on Patrol, and I’d definitely encourage you to check out the recap to see exactly what made this event so special.
And if this year was any indication… we’ll be doing it all over again next year.