For more information about tickets, sponsorships, volunteering, donating items to the silent auction, or any other questions for Whiskey Business 2027, please contact Veronica at veronica@gwyenthsgift.org
Whiskey Business: Caribbean Nights is more than a fundraiser – it is an unforgettable evening that brings our community together to support the lifesaving mission of Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation.
Thank You for Making Whiskey Business a Success!
Whiskey Business: Caribbean Nights brought our community together for an unforgettable evening in support the Foundation.
Thank you to our sponsors, in-kind donors, silent auction donors, guests, and volunteers. Your generosity, time, and enthusiasm made this event a success and help us continue providing Hands-Only CPR and AED education and placing lifesaving AEDs in our communities.
A special thank-you to our presenting sponsor, Dominion Energy, and all the sponsors recognized below. We are grateful for your support and commitment to our mission.
We look forward to seeing you at Whiskey Business in 2027! Stay tuned for more information.
September 18, 2026
Old Silk Mill | Fredericksburg, VA
7:00 PM – 10:00 (VIP 6:00 PM)
Live Music · Heavy Apps· Whiskey Tastings · Auctions
Attire: Business Casual Cocktail Attire
Powering Communities, Saving Lives
We are grateful for Dominion Energy’s partnership and commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. Their support of Whiskey Business: Caribbean Nights helps us fund free CPR and AED education, lifesaving equipment, and awareness efforts across Virginia. Together, we’re building safer, more prepared communities – because when people have the tools and confidence to act, lives can be saved.
We’re grateful for the partners supporting this unforgettable evening.
Joel Griffin is co-founder and chairman of Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation. Gwyneth’s Gift was founded in 2015 by Joel and Jennifer Griffin in honor of their oldest daughter, Gwyneth. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with 25 years of private industry consulting experience and 20 years in government contracting. He is the Founder and CEO of Riphean, a regional growth management firm.
Joel is committed to philanthropy within the region through local nonprofits and organizations that strengthen local communities. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, Stafford Hospital Foundation, and Germanna Educational Foundation. Joel was recognized for his impact and leadership within the region, receiving the Prince B. Woodward Leadership Award in 2022.
In addition to the regional award, Joel received the Valor Award from Loudon County for his life-saving efforts in an emergency. He also received the Patriotic Civilian Service Award given by the U.S. Army for actions taken immediately and following 9/11 at The Pentagon in 2001.