February 10, 2025
Sarasota-Manatee community raises historic $7.2 million for Season of Sharing
In the wake of a historic series of catastrophic storms, residents of the Sarasota region have made history themselves by raising an astonishing $7.2 million for the annual Season of Sharing c…
February 9, 2025
Season of Sharing sets historic mark for 25th annual campaign
Great achievements are accomplished through the collective efforts of many individuals contributing their best. From the Pyramids of Giza to the Human Genome Project, many hands and minds made…
February 6, 2025
Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards $650,000 for Hurricane Recovery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has awarded $650,000 through its Suncoast Disaster Recovery Fund to 21 human services organizations serving Sarasota, Ma…
February 3, 2025
Honor and Achievement
This past week, I was honored at SRQ Media’s SB2 Luncheon—Philanthropic Agenda and Good Hero Awards—with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The event highlights our generous commu…
February 1, 2025
Iteration
As a fan and advocate for our Sarasota Orchestra and Venice Symphony, I am always reminded of the power and beauty music conveys when it’s expertly performed and executed with precision.…
January 29, 2025
SRQ Magazine Celebrates Philanthropy at the Giving Coast and Good Hero Awards Luncheon
SRQ Magazine presented the annual Giving Coast and Good Hero Awards luncheon and panel discussion yesterday at Michael's on East. The prestigious event brought together nonprofit organizations…
January 27, 2025
Donor Legacy: Behind the Scenes at Florida Studio Theatre
Most people will never know what it feels like to step onto a stage, but generous Community Foundation guests came close at a recent behind-the-scenes tour at Florida Studio Theatre (FST). W…
January 27, 2025
Untold stories: Housing costs affect many helped by Season of Sharing
You've read about survivors of storms and fires, about residents with health emergencies.
Since November, the Sarasota Herald-Tribune has featured numerous stories of resilience, th…
January 21, 2025
74-year-old Bradenton home health aide displaced by hurricanes helped by Season of Sharing
Like many residents born and raised in the area, Susan Tyree has seen a lot of things change in the last seven decades. The sleepy streets of Bradenton where she and her two sisters and their…