December 20, 2023
Putting the “Fun” in Fundraising: the Flanagans and the Community Foundation of Sarasota County
The high school sweethearts’ love affair with Sarasota began in 1999. Former Chicago and Silicon Valley residents Tom and Nancy Flanagan visited this charming coastal city for vacation a…
November 2, 2023
Year-End Gifting: Important Dates
The end of the year is fast approaching, and the outpouring of support that has characterized 2023 is heartwarming. The support our donors have generously given have helped make our community…
October 16, 2023
Offering Aid During the Israel-Hamas War
Our community can help those affected by the violence and destruction of the terrorist attacks and subsequent Israel-Hamas war. Organizations that are providing support and direct relief not…
August 28, 2023
Hurricane Idalia Update, Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund
Out of an abundance of caution, our office is currently closed in anticipation of Hurricane Idalia to allow our team members time to prepare. At this time, the Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fun…
April 28, 2023
Celebration of life set for former ambassador who retired to Sarasota
To Ronald Gault, his friend – the late Jim Joseph – was a man for all seasons, with an uncanny ability to engage in debate on a broad range of ideas and react to them almost with a…
April 3, 2023
Investing in the Future: Drs. Wharton and the Community Foundation of Sarasota
It was six years ago when Sarasota Scene first got to know Drs. Richard Wharton and Lou Bertha McKenzie-Wharton. At that time, they were recognized for helping provide scholarships to the firs…
March 3, 2023
Power Couple: Guided by their faith, David and Adie Rubin are brightening the way for others and themselves with their generosity.
Good Hero philanthropic award recipient David Rubin and his wife Adie have deeply impacted our community through thoughtful charitable giving with a focus on uplifting others through education…
December 7, 2022
Plans for nearly $5 Million of Hurricane Ian Recovery Charitable Donations Underway
The Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund has identified common funding gaps, best practices to support strategic grantmaking post-crisis. SARASOTA, FL – In the two months since Hurricane Ian&…
November 29, 2022
Important Year-End Giving Dates
It's hard to believe the year is almost over, and we're so moved by the outpouring of generosity that has characterized 2022. In a year of many needs, this community has risen to the challenge…