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Saturday Feb 27th, 2027 • Tampa Bay Sporting Clays

30th Annual AIM HIGH Fundraiser

Thanks to everyone who supported our 2026 AIM HIGH event! We had 88 shooters join us for a fantastic day of friendly competition, raffle prizes, trophies, and a mouth-watering BBQ lunch. Special thanks to our generous sponsors and hardworking volunteers for making it all possible.

We’re already gearing up for our next big day! AIM HIGH returns on Saturday Feb 27th, 2027

Saturday Feb 27th, 2027 • Tampa Bay Sporting Clays

What to Expect in 2027

The 30th Annual AIM HIGH Sporting Clay Fundraiser will benefit Paint Your Heart Out Tampa, helping us serve more homeowners across the city.

We’re aiming for 125 participants in 2027! Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a total beginner, you’ll have a blast competing in a safe, welcoming environment. Bring your best game and see if you have what it takes to reach the AA Division and claim a trophy.

This event recreates natural hunting conditions across Tampa Bay Sporting Clays’ sprawling grounds. Trophies will be awarded to top shooters in each division.

What’s Included

Everything You Need for a Great Day Outdoors

Your registration includes the full AIM HIGH experience with shooting, prizes, food and fun all while supporting a meaningful cause.

1

Full Sporting Clay Shoot

Join us for a fun and friendly shooting competition at one of Tampa’s top outdoor sporting clay venues.

2

BBQ Lunch Provided

Enjoy a delicious catered BBQ lunch on-site, served after your round with time to unwind and connect.

3

Awards for Top Shooters

Trophies and prizes will be awarded to top performers across divisions for skill and accuracy.

4

62-Card Raffle with Great Prizes

Enter to win exciting raffle prizes generously donated by our local sponsors and community partners.

Saturday Feb 28th, 2026 • Tampa Bay Sporting Clays

How to Register

You’ve got three easy options to sign up for AIM HIGH 2027:

  1. Register Online: Use the ‘AIM HIGH Event Registration’ form on this page.

  2. Download the Registration PDF (coming soon): Fill it out and fax to (813) 433-5854 or email it to us.

  3. Pay Online: Choose your sponsorship level and submit payment through the secure link  in step one of the form on this page.

Need help? Call us at 813-258-4512.

START HERE - PAYMENT

  • Donate a prize for our popular event raffle

  • Items must have a minimum value of $50

  • Business or name included in raffle recognition

  • Great visibility and community goodwill

  • All proceeds benefit Paint Your Heart Out Tampa

CONTINUE TO REGISTER

  • Full access to the sporting clay event

  • BBQ lunch included

  • Eligible for trophies and prizes

  • Participate in all event raffles and activities

  • Perfect for individuals or first-time attendees

$150 PAY NOW

  • Includes up to 4 shooters

  • Commemorative team photo

  • Name/logo on PYHOT event t-shirts

  • Recognition during the event

  • Great value for smaller teams or businesses

$700 PAY NOW

  • Includes up to 5 shooters

  • Commemorative team photo

  • Recognition on all media releases

  • Name/logo featured during event luncheon

  • PYHOT t-shirts for team members

  • Premium sponsor visibility throughout event

$1000 PAY NOW
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Not Shooting?
You Can Still Support!

You don’t have to be a shooter to help make a difference. Here’s how you can get involved:

Sponsor a Team or Station

Make a Monetary Donation

Donate a Raffle Prize ($50+)

Your support goes directly toward supplies, paint, and resources for our annual Paint Day.

Saturday April 17th

Paint

Day 2027

Our big day is coming up and we still have opportunities to get your house painted or volunteer to paint a house!

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WHO IS

Jerry Hansen?

​Gerald D. Hansen is the Executive Director of  Paint Your Heart Out Tampa and Office Professional for Thrivent Financial.
Mr. Hansen was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After graduating from Greenfield High School, Greenfield, Wisconsin in 1968, he attended Concordia Teachers College, River Forest, Illinois. He completed his college education at St. Leo College where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude in Sociology in 1989.

Mr. Hansen spent twenty-one years in the United States Air Force with assignments to Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Yokota Air Base, Japan, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, FL and Zweibrucken Air Force Base, West Germany.  He retired in May 1990. Then spend twenty-three years as Executive  Director of  the Tampa Builders Exchange. He retires in August 2012.

His awards and decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters and the Air Force Commendation Medal.  He was promoted to Master Sergeant through STEPS (Stripes for Exceptional Performers) in August of 1983.  He was also named as the Tampa Military Citizen of the Year and MacDill AFB Military Family of the year for 1986. Mr. Hansen was named the Management Award recipient in 1995 from the International Builders Exchange Executives (IBEE). In 2017 was named one of the Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero and was inducted into the Buffalo Soldiers Ring of Honor. In 2024 was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Military Hero of the Game.

Served as president of the IBEE from 1995 to 1997. Has been involved with Paint Your Heart Out, Tampa from the beginning (thirty-five years).  Served on various committees and was chairperson in 1999 and 2000.  Became the Executive Director  in 2001. Served as President of the West Hillsborough of Chapter of Thrivent for Lutheran and Chairperson of Messiah Lutheran Pre School Board.
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Gerald D. Hansen is married to Pamela  Hansen  and they have eight children; Rob, Rochelle, Brenda, Bridget, Jason, Michael, Travis and Anthony.  They also have seven grandsons, two granddaughters and one Godson.