May 4, 2026
We Asked You to Step up and ‘Be The One' During This Year's Giving Challenge, and That's Exactly What You Did
Something I know about this community is that when we are called upon to support our nonprofits, we don’t just show up, we Show Up. The generosity, selflessness and passion our community…
April 29, 2026
In 24 Hours, Giving Challenge Raises More Than $16.7 Million
Jasmin Graham, the president and CEO of Minorities in Shark Sciences, said that after heading to The Bay park for last year's Giving Challenge, she was eager for the organization to return. "T…
April 16, 2026
2026 Giving Challenge Raises $16.7 Million for Local Nonprofits
Gifts made during the Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s campaign bring the challenge’s cumulative impact to almost $110 million. Sarasota, Florida — More than 50,000…
May 4, 2025
Tenth Giving Challenge Returns April 2026
I’m thrilled to share some exciting news: The Community Foundation of Sarasota County will host its 10th online giving day next year from noon to noon, April 15-16. For 24 hours, our com…
April 17, 2025
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County Announces 2026 Date for the 10th Giving Challenge
SARASOTA—The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has announced that it will host its 10th online giving day from noon to noon, April 15-16, 2026. The Giving Challenge is a 24-hour gi…
May 17, 2024
2024 Giving Challenge Competitive Campaign Prizes Awarded to 63 Nonprofits
Nearly $100,000 was awarded to organizations through contests of creativity and strategy. SARASOTA, FL – Prizes for the 2024 Giving Challenge have been announced, with an additional 63…
May 14, 2024
East Bradenton nonprofits benefit from Giving Challenge
Lakewood Ranch Library staff members Tiffany Mautino and Hayley Rigatti walked into Slim Chickens on April 9 with a button maker and 100 3D printed chicks in hand. Mautino and Rigatti, along w…
May 9, 2024
Hope in the face of opportunity
It is human nature to rush in to help in the aftermath of a crisis. We see it time and again after natural disasters or accidents, the immediate aid given to help restore normalcy. While this…
May 9, 2024
Success of Giving Challenge shows the power of working together
On April 9 and 10, this community came together in a show of unity that demonstrates just how connected we are. The 2024 Giving Challenge, presented by the Community Foundation of Sarasota C…