Community Impact
Community Care
Community Care
Caring for our community means being a resource during challenging times. We are proud to respond to Emergency Needs & Disaster Relief and initiatives around Preventing Homelessness, that address Health & Hunger issues, provide care for Animals & the Environment, and assist with Placemaking through housing, transportation, and economic support.
Empowerment and Success
Empowerment and Success
A successful life is one filled with purpose. What that looks like for each of us differs, but the paths to reaching one’s greatest potential are common to all of us. We invest in Education, Academic Enrichment, Career Development, Scholarships & Mentoring, and opportunities to create Lifelong Connections so that everyone can be empowered to realize their dreams.
Belonging and Culture
Belonging and Culture
To have a place or group where you belong inspires passion and creativity. By supporting organizations whose work Bridge Generations and Unites the Community around Cultural Development & the Arts, we are here to help build the community we all want to live in.
Stories of Impact
COVID-19 Response
(Updated 10:00 a.m., 3/23/20) Dear Friends, The changes taking place in our community and across the world in response to coronavirus are happening rapidly and can be overwhelming. At the Comm…
7 Things You Need to Know about the 7th Giving Challenge
Editor’s Note: The Giving Challenge is first and foremost a 24-hour online giving day and will remain scheduled from Noon to Noon, April 28-29. The 2020 Giving Challenge will be one of s…
Be The One During These Uncertain Times
The changes taking place in our community are happening rapidly and can feel overwhelming, leaving many wondering how we can help. As the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, we exist firs…
In the Spotlight
March 19, 2020
“Season of Sharing” Gift from The Patterson Foundation up to $1,000,000 Made in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
SARASOTA, FL – As an initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County is relying on the time-tested and trusted Season of Sharing partnership with t…