Lee County Republican Executive Committee

Grand Re-Opening of the Lee GOP Headquarters!
2026-02-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Get ready for 2026!

Stop by your local GOP headquarters and mingle with like-minded Patriots
Learn more about how to get involved
Mingle with candidates and elected officials
Meet surprise guests!

Want to help sponsor this event? Have questions?
Reach out by calling 239.936.8779 or email OFFICE@LEEGOP.ORG

Lee GOP Booth @ SWFL Inc, Expo
2026-02-27 12:00 - 16:00 | The Promenade, 26795 S Bay Dr, Bonita Springs, 34134
Stop by our Lee GOP booth and say hello or find out how you can volunteer, sign up for our newsletters or join the Republican Executive Committee!

Meetup with Mike Pedersen for Congress
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | FL
If you missed the one in the Cape, then join us at Florida Boy Burger Co. in Ft. Myers on Thursday, February 26th. 6PM-8PM. Hear from Mike Pedersen — a Combat-Tested, Community-Proven, Florida-Rooted leader, running to succeed Byron Donalds and become our next Congressman in SWFL’s District 19!
Mike is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, TOPGUN graduate, and longtime Southwest Florida mentor and wrestling coach who has spent decades serving both our country and our community. Mike believes in putting America First, leading with strength, honoring service, and fighting for the future of Southwest Florida.
Invite your friends and neighbors! We look forward to seeing you there!
Free Apps | Cash Bar & Full Menu | Raffle Items

Campaign Kick Off
2026-02-26 17:30 - 19:00 | RSW, 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers, 33913

Free Meet and greet with Oberweis for Congress
2026-02-21 12:00 - 14:00 | RSW, 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers, 33913
Free Meet and greet with Oberweis for Congress
ANTHONY’S ON THE BLVD
PRESIDENTS DAY EVENT
Saturday February 21, 2026
Noon – 2:00 PM
📍 1303 Del Prado Blvd S
Cape Coral, FL 33990

🍔 Free food and soft drinks
🇺🇸 In honor of Presidents Day, bring your George Washington’s for $1 drafts
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family friendly
🧠 Bring your Presidential history knowledge to play Presidential Trivia (Approx. 1pm start time)
President Trump’s Pastor, who gave the invocation for President Trump’s Nomination in 2024 at the RNC convention will be leading us in trivia, he may throw in a few bible questions, so brush up before coming in.
🎁 Win patriotic gear

How To Run For Office: Candidate Workshop
2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:30 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Want to make a difference? Care about our community and know you have the skills to lead? WE WANT YOU!
Join us for the first in a series of candidate workshops where local attorneys Stephen Dwyer and Steven Leskovich walk you through the basics of how to get started. If not you, who?
$20 suggested contribution supports your local GOP for more events like this. Pay upon arrival. Processing fees may apply.
RSVP: office@leegop.org by February 20th.
Can’t make it? Join us in March!
From the Supervisor of Elections’ office @ www.Lee.Vote
Qualifying Dates
Judicial Qualifying Dates: Noon, April 20 through Noon, April 24, 2026
Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on April 6, 2026.
All Other Candidates Qualifying Dates: Noon, June 8 through Noon, June 12, 2026
Candidates may pre-qualify beginning on May 25, 2026.
(Our office will be closed on May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.)
To submit completed documents, visit the Main Office at
2480 Thompson Street
Fort Myers 33901
Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Call the Qualifying Department at 239-533-8683 to schedule an appointment.
Qualifying items shall be deemed filed with the qualifying department upon the date of actual receipt by the qualifying department. To be deemed timely filed with the qualifying department, qualifying items must be physically present at the department’s location by the close of the qualifying period. The U.S. Postal Service’s designated hours for mail pick-up do not correspond to the qualifying deadline, nor do they deliver directly to the qualifying department. To ensure that the items are timely received, it is advisable for candidates or someone on their behalf to hand-deliver directly to the qualifying department or use a delivery service that timely delivers directly to the qualifying department.

Amanda Cochran Campaign Meet & Greet at Mel's Diner - Fort Myers - Feb 17
2026-02-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Mel’s Diner – Fort Myers, 4820 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers, 33907
Event Details:

Tuesday, February 17
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Mel’s Diner – Fort Myers
4820 S. Cleveland Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33907

Join us for great conversation, community connection, and a chance to talk one-on-one about the future of Lee County. Your support truly means so much, and I encourage you to bring along friends, family, and neighbors who care about where our county is headed.

I look forward to seeing you there!

— Amanda Cochran
Candidate for Lee County Commission

FREEDOM FLEET: A PRESIDENTIAL ROAD RALLY
2026-02-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Lee St. Fort Myers, FL 33901
🇺🇸🚘 FREEDOM FLEET: A PRESIDENTIAL ROAD RALLY 🚘🇺🇸
This President’s Day weekend, history doesn’t sit still — it ROLLS.
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the streets of Southwest Florida will thunder with patriotism as the America First Republican Club, Inc. unleashes Freedom Fleet — a full-throttle Presidential Road Rally celebrating 250 YEARS of American Freedom and the Greatest President in all of History, Donald J. Trump !
This isn’t just a local parade.
This isn’t just another event.
🚨 Featured patriotic vehicles are traveling from as far away as TEXAS 🚨
Answering the call. Crossing state lines. Joining a convoy that proves the American spirit is alive, mobile, and unafraid.
From Downtown Fort Myers to Cape Coral, classic cars, Jeeps, motorcycles, veterans’ rides, and red-white-and-blue builds will take over the roadways in a rolling tribute to our Presidents, our Constitution, and the freedoms handed down across two and a half centuries.
Convoy Meet & Greet begins at 10 A.M., near 1300 Lee St., Downtown Fort Myers and will Depart by 10:45 A.M.
The convoy lands at Foster’s Grill, where the rally explodes into a full celebration — patriotic music, a powerful keynote address, community recognitions, and crowd-favorite contests like Most Patriotic Vehicle and Best Dressed Patriotic Couple.
This year’s Freedom Fleet proudly supports Hearts & Homes for Veterans, with a voluntary $5 per vehicle donation — never required, always appreciated — because honoring freedom also means honoring those who defended it.
Hosted by Michael Leiva (Red Maverick), President of AFRC, Freedom Fleet is more than a rally.
It’s a statement.
It’s culture.
It’s momentum.
🇺🇸 250 years of freedom.
🚘 One unstoppable convoy.
❤️ America is worth the drive — no matter the distance.

Fuel up. Flag out. Fall in.
Freedom Fleet is coming.

FREEDOM FLEET: A PRESIDENTIAL ROAD RALLY
2026-02-14 10:00 - 14:00 | RSW, 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers, 33913

Meetup with Mike Pedersen for Congress
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 | FL
Join us at Florida Boy Burger Co. in Cape Coral on Thursday, February 12th. 6PM-8PM. Hear from Mike Pedersen — a Combat-Tested, Community-Proven, Florida-Rooted leader, running to succeed Byron Donalds and become our next Congressman in SWFL’s District 19!
Mike is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, TOPGUN graduate, and longtime Southwest Florida mentor and wrestling coach who has spent decades serving both our country and our community. Mike believes in putting America First, leading with strength, honoring service, and fighting for the future of Southwest Florida.
Invite your friends and neighbors! We look forward to seeing you there!
Free Apps | Cash Bar & Full Menu | Raffle Items

Volunteer Meeting (Elections & Events)
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
🎉 Calling All Patriots! 🎉 We are gearing up for the inaugural Lincoln Reagan Trump Dinner this spring—and the Lee County GOP needs YOU to help make it unforgettable!
💪 Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or just fired up to make a difference, everyone is welcome to attend! Come learn how you can be part of the action as we plan, build, and launch this event. BRING A FRIEND!
🛠️ We’re assembling an all-star team to tackle:

Event setup & breakdown
Decor & seating arrangements
Promotion & advertising
Sponsorship outreach
Catering coordination
Photography & printing
Check-in & data management
Fundraising & soliciting
and more!

🔥 If you’ve got passion, we’ve got a place for you. Help us ramp up, rally hard, and MAGA like never before!
📍 Let’s make this event legendary.
We’re also rolling into a crucial mid-term election and need all hands on deck!

Phone banking
Voter Outreach (including businesses, churches, non-profits)
Assistance with election events (at HQ and around Lee County)

Are you in? Join us!

Liberty at Lakes Park - Friendraiser
2026-01-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Lakes Park Pavilion C-1, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers, 33908
Date & Time:Saturday, January 31, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location:Lakes Park, Pavilion C-1, Fort Myers
FUN. FRIENDS. FOOD. FREEDOM.
Join us for a community celebration dedicated to building connections, strengthening our local Republican team, and energizing voters for the upcoming election year!
Event Highlights:

Get Out the Vote activities

Chartered Republican Clubs showcasing what they offer

Meet Republican candidates running for public office

Volunteer opportunities with the Lee County Republican Executive Committee

Family fun with a Bounce House and more!

Picnic-style fare and patriotic fellowship

Admission:FREE – All Republicans and community members welcomeBring your friends, family, and your love of liberty
Contact for More Information:Tara Jenner, State CommitteewomanLee County GOP(239) 218-4307

Meetup with Mike Pedersen for Congress
2026-01-28 17:30 - 19:30 | RSW, 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers, 33913
Join us at BARunch on Wednesday, January 28th at 5:30 PM and hear from Maj. Mike Pedersen — a Combat-Tested, Community-Proven, Florida-Rooted leader.

Mike is a former U.S. Marine Corps officer, TOPGUN graduate, and longtime Southwest Florida mentor and wrestling coach who has spent decades serving both our country and our community.

A constitutional conservative with deep local roots, Mike believes in putting America First, leading with strength, honoring service, and fighting for the future of Southwest Florida. He has never stopped serving and is ready to continue that mission as our next Representative for Florida’s 19th Congressional District. We look forward to seeing you there!

Event is FREE | Small bites and Cash bar available

Ethical Campaigns and Accountability Initiative
2026-01-27 18:30 - 20:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Join us!
Learn how you can help make elections in Lee County BETTER!

LCREC Business Meeting
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Word of Life Church, 6111 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
Your Lee County Republican Executive Committee is the business of the Lee County GOP, a direct affiliate of the Republican Party of Florida and Republican National Committee. We are not a club. We are your county delegates. The voice of Lee County Republicans.
The LCREC seeks to accomplish several objectives outlined in the Party’s state and county model constitutions.

Foster loyalty to the Republican Party
Educate voters
Increase Republican voter registrations
Seek qualified Republicans
Promote the election of Republicans in the General Election
Uphold the principles of the Republican Party

We are precinct committeemen/women, tasked to keep our individual voting precincts informed about local Republican events and elections, to seek qualified candidates and to encourage our neighbors to register Republican.
Candidates and elections are our thing!
During business meetings the member-elected Board, and others, seek to update the committeemen/women on the organization’s past, current and future objectives. Everything starts local!
Doors open at 545PM. We kindly ask everyone to be checked in and seated by 6:20PM so we can start on time at 630PM.
Guests are welcome, but cannot vote or participate. No RSVP is required. Members should submit their excused absences, motions, and suggested agenda edits at least 72 hours prior to the business meeting date. Join the LCREC as a member by attending a meeting to fill out an application and confirm your precinct’s availability. You will be sworn in when you attend your second meeting and will be eligible to vote at your third meeting.
Want to volunteer instead? Sign up HERE.

Amanda Cochran Campaign Kick-Off
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 | BoatHouse Tiki Bar & Grill, 17101 Hwy 31, Fort Myers, FL, 33905, United States
Join us as we kick off my campaign for Lee County Commissioner!
Grab dinner and stay for some great speakers at 6PM.
Let’s win in 2026!

an evening of cocktails, good friends and conversation to support Jim Oberweis to be our next FL 19 Congressman.
2026-01-07 17:00 - 19:00 | RSW, 11000 Terminal Access Road, Fort Myers, 33913
MARC & KAREN PEPERZAK and BRENDA & CARL VIZZI
And Co-Hosts
PAMELA & STEVEN SMITH
INVITE YOU FOR
an evening of cocktails, good friends and conversation
to support Jim Oberweis to be our next FL 19 Congressman.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER COREY BROOKS
THE “ROOFTOP PASTOR” WHO GAVE THE INVOCATION AT
PRESIDENT TRUMP’S NOMINATING CONVENTION AT THE RNC IN MILWAUKEE
AND IS NOW ON A “WALK ACROSS AMERICA” FROM NEW YORK TO SAN DIEGO
Where: Sunday: At the Peperzak Grey Oaks Residence, 2747 Buckthorn Way, Naples
January 7, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM
$3,500 – Committee Host/Co Host
$2,000 – Gold Sponsor
$1,000 – Silver Sponsor
$500 – Sponsor
$250 Guests
Individuals who make a contribution of $3,500 will have their name added to the Host Committee for this event and will receive
free entry to all Oberweis for Congress events through the 2026 Primary.
Please make checks payable to Oberweis for Congress, 4991 Bonita Bay Blvd, #2702, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
All tickets will be held at the door, please RSVP to Tom Mannix by emailing him: tom@votejimo.com

Candidate events are submitted by candidates, or their representatives, as a courtesy to educate and alert the interested public. Candidates and their events are not endorsed by the LCREC/Lee GOP.

Faith and Freedom in Action Club Meeting
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
A community club focused on strengthening faith, protecting constitutional freedoms, and taking meaningful local action.
Join us for introductions, discussion, planning future initiatives, and building a network of like-minded patriots in Lee County.

Republican Club of Southwest Florida Monthly Meeting, December 4th
2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:30 | The Lions Club, 10370 Pennsylvania Ave, Bonita Springs, Florida
Members and Friends,
Join us December 4th at the Lions Club in Bonita Springs for our monthly meeting featuring our State Attorney for the 20th Judicial Circuit
Amira Fox. Doors open at 5:30pm and the business meeting starts promptly at 6:00pm.

Volunteer Meeting (all welcome)
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
🎉 Calling All Patriots! 🎉 We are gearing up for the inaugural Lincoln Reagan Trump Dinner this spring—and the Lee County GOP needs YOU to help make it unforgettable!
💪 Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or just fired up to make a difference, everyone is welcome to attend! Come learn how you can be part of the action as we plan, build, and launch this event. BRING A FRIEND!
🛠️ We’re assembling an all-star team to tackle:

Event setup & breakdown
Decor & seating arrangements
Promotion & advertising
Sponsorship outreach
Catering coordination
Photography & printing
Check-in & data management
Fundraising & soliciting
and more!

🔥 If you’ve got passion, we’ve got a place for you. Help us ramp up, rally hard, and MAGA like never before!
📍 Let’s make this event legendary. Are you in? Join us!

Vetting Candidates: Beyond the Glossy Flyers and Campaign Hype
2025-11-21 18:00 - 20:30 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
THE WATCHMEN’S SERIESCandidate Vetting:
Beyond the Glossy Flyers and Campaign Hype
🗓 Thursday, November 21🕕 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM📍 Lee GOP Headquarters12995 S. Cleveland Ave, Suite 239Fort Myers, FL
(Across the street from Mission BBQ and directly above Classy Nails)
🍽 Potluck Dinner – Please bring something to share!💬 Interactive brainstorming session
📧 RSVP to electtarajenner@gmail.com
Please place “Candidate Vetting” in the subject line

JROTC Breakfast: Honoring our Veterans and supporting outstanding JROTC Cadet Scholarships
2025-11-15 09:00 - 11:00 | The Club at Pelican Preserve, 9802 Pelican Preserve Blvd, Fort Myers, United States
Join the ranks for an unforgettable event with Lt. Governor Jay Collins and more!Support your Lee County GOP along with outstanding JROTC candidates, and honor our veterans at our JROTC Breakfast on November 15th! Together we provide $1k scholarships awarded to high school seniors every May. This annual program includes presentations and speeches you do not want to miss.

Report for duty.
Check-in Begins @ 0845 Hours
Fuel up and scuttlebutt!
Breakfast Buffet Starts @ 0900
Juice & Coffee Bar
Eggs, Sausage, Bacon, Potatoes
French Toast & Assorted Pastries
Program Runs from 0930-1100
Dynamic Speakers and Informative Presentations
VIP Photos @ 1100-1130
Snap a shot with the top brass!

Contributions to the Lee GOP are non-refundable and not tax deductible.
Purchase TICKETS HERE (before November 10)

Purchase a table and/or donate a JROTC Scholarship HERE

Mike Pedersen for Congress Meet & Greet
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:30 | FL
Come out to Bruno’s of Brooklyn and hear firsthand from Congressional Candidate, Mike Pedersen. Hear his vision for our district and the future of our country.
The evening also marks the Marine Corps Birthday. A fitting tribute to service and leadership. Hors d’oeuvres & cash bar available.
Seats are limited and going fast. Please RSVP by November 2.
https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/votemikepedersen

Candidate events are submitted by candidates or their representatives as a courtesy to educate and alert the interested public. Candidates and their events are not endorsed by the LCREC/Lee GOP.

Open House
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Sworn in at the last LCREC business meeting, want to meet board members or just curious to know what we do and who we are?
Calling all humble Patriots! Learn more about the Executive Committee (your county Republican Party) and role of the precinct committeeman/woman, tour the GOP headquarters and find out how you can help Lee County move Florida forward. Our work has only just begun. What are you passionate about? We may have something for you! Bring your Patriot friends and neighbors.
PUBLIC WELCOME!

Pathways to Success at The Lee County Schools
2025-11-06 17:30 - 19:30 | The Lions Club, 10370 Pennsylvania Ave, Bonita Springs, Florida
We look forward to seeing everyone for our November Monthly Meeting featuring special presentations by Mr. Ed Matthews and Colonel Rodney Robinson on Pathways to Success at Lee County Schools. Please remember all non-members will be required to pay a $5 guest fee

Robert's Rules Workshop (BASICS)
2025-11-01 10:00 - 11:30 | LeeGOP HQ, 12995 S. Cleveland Ave. #239, Fort Myers, FL, 33907, United States
Join us at HQ in Fort Myers to learn about how and when to make a motion and the basics of Robert’s Rules.
This is a basic level workshop and is intended to provide you a jump off to learn and study more once you’ve left. We’ll stick to topics applicable to our business meetings and send you away with the confidence to speak up. This is not a deep discussion and is tailored toward the novice with the expectation that participants will have the tools to get started and leave the workshop to learn more on their own.
FREE for active Precinct committeemen and women. Suggested $10 contribution for the public.
RSVP TO OFFICE@LEEGOP.ORG by October 31st.

Tony Beougher for Lee County School Board
2025-10-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Bruno’s of Brooklyn, 2149 First Street, Fort Myers, FL, 33901, United States
Save the date, for a campaign kick-off and fundraiser benefitting Tony Beougher for Lee County School Board.
Candidate events are submitted by candidates or their representatives as a courtesy to educate and alert the interested public. Candidates and their events are not endorsed by the LCREC/Lee GOP.

LCREC Business Meeting
2025-10-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Word of Life Church, 6111 South Pointe Blvd., Fort Myers, FL, 33919, United States
Your Lee County Republican Executive Committee is an important organization directly affiliated to the Republican Party of Florida. We are your county delegates! The LCREC seeks to accomplish several objectives outlined in the state and county model constitutions.

Foster loyalty to the Republican Party
Educate voters
Increase Republican voter registrations
Seek qualified Republicans
Promote the election of Republicans in the General Election
Uphold the principles of the Republican Party

We are precinct committeemen/women who are tasked to keep our individual voting precincts informed about local Republican events and elections, to seek qualified candidates and to encourage our new neighbors to register Republican. Candidate and elections are our thing!
During business meetings the member-elected Board, and others, seek to update the committeemen/women on the organization’s previous, current and future objectives. At times we discuss potential resolutions to be shared with our local officials. Everything starts local!
Doors open at 545PM. We kindly ask everyone to be checked in and seated by 6:20PM so we can start on time at 630PM.
Members should submit their excused absences, motions, and suggested agenda edits at least 48 hours prior to the business meeting date. Only members can vote during business meetings. Guests are welcome, but cannot vote or participate. No RSVP is required. Join the LCREC as a member by attending a meeting to fill out an application and confirm your precinct’s availability. You will be sworn in when you attend your second meeting.
Want to volunteer instead? Sign up HERE.

Meet and Greet with Madison Cawthorn for Congress
2025-10-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, Fort Myers, 2301 first street, Fort Myers, 33901
Campaign kick-off event for Madison Cawthorn with other local leaders and personalities.

Dress code is anything from boots to suits! Come as you are, it’s up to everyone to save this country.
