The SOF Community Corridor is reserved as a part of the SOF Week Exhibition, designed to highlight non-profit organizations that support the Special Operations Forces (SOF) community and the many facets of the SOF ecosystem. Eligible non-profits may apply for complimentary tabletop space, allowing them to connect with attendees and share their mission.
Features include:
- 40+ Non-Profits Supporting the SOF Community.
- The SOF Community Corridor Networking Reception.
- The Non-Profit Round Robin Pitch Session.
- Networking and More!
GSOF Gives Back: Non-Profit Round Robin
We are excited to share that the GSOF Gives Back Non-Profit Round Robin is returning to SOF Week!
Non-profits serving the SOF Community will have the opportunity to give 3-minute presentations to the attending audience… who will then vote on the recipients of three GSOF Gives Back donations.
Organizations will win based on the votes they receive from the audience for the top 3 finalists.
Voting can ONLY be done in person at the Non-Profit Round Robin, so be sure to plan to attend. The date and time will be announced in Spring 2026!
SOF Community Corridor Networking Reception
The SOF Community Corridor Networking Reception will offer beverages and snacks to any attending SOF Week attendees. Don’t miss this chance to engage with these amazing non-profits.
WHERE: Tampa Convention Center, Level 1 Foyer
Criteria to Apply in 2026
Are you interested in this opportunity in 2026? Please review the information below and check back in Fall 2025 to apply.
Eligible organizations must have met the following criteria:
- Must be a reputable non-profit organization with a clearly defined mission and core activities that serve the SOF community.
- Organizations must provide clear, accessible information regarding their financial health and good standing. Required documentation at the time of application includes:
- Most recent IRS Form 990 filing
- Active State Tax-Exempt Certificate
- Most recent State Certificate of Incorporation Status
- Organizations must submit a completed application by the designated deadline.
- Organizations must have a good reputation and be well-regarded within the SOF and the broader military community.
Adherence to policies and guidelines when exhibiting at GSOF events.
Prioritization of applications will be granted on the following criteria:
- Organizations that directly or solely serve the Special Operations Forces.
- Organizations that serve both the SOF and conventional military communities.
- Organizations serve the SOF community, conventional military, and veterans.
- The number of members served annually.
- Organizations headquartered or service the Tampa Bay area.
Each selected organization will be provided the following at SOF Week:
- (1) 6ft table draped and skirted
- (2) Chairs
- (1) Wastebasket
- (2) Full Symposium Passes
Please note, anything additional needed must be rented or purchased by the organization.