The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is committed to improving the lives of all people. We believe the strength of our community is in its diversity. Together, we strive to address issues and create opportunities so that everyone can thrive.
WE USE DATA TO:
- Deepen our understanding of the community and their needs
- Assess our reach and identify opportunities
- Ascertain what our investments have made possible
Through our Knowledge and Equity Department, we produce data to provide insights about our region. This facilitates informed decision-making set in the local context. The data is from our Community Dashboard, an online platform detailing community indicators in the areas of health, housing, economics, and education.
Data and Tools
The Giving Partner
The Giving Partner, presented by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, enables all of us to explore how local nonprofit organizations are making a difference in the greater Sarasota area. As a centralized nonprofit directory for year-round awareness, engagement, and giving, this is a trusted resource for grant makers and other entities in their philanthropic research. This powerful, searchable database contains over 700 profiles of 501(c)(3), or specific 501(c)(4), charitable organizations serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties. Each profile reflects the organization’s commitment to transparency and includes comprehensive information about their results and impact, leadership, financial health, and more.
The Community Dashboard
The Community Dashboard provides insights for philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, businesses, government, and learning institutions to guide informed decisions utilizing data from reputable sources set in local context.
- Data gives us the opportunity to better understand the lived experiences of people we call our neighbors, colleagues, and friends.
- DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) is the vehicle that shapes our strategy to address any gaps we find in those experiences to cultivate a community where everyone can thrive.
- Decision-making at the intersection of knowledge and equity allows for community-minded choices while fostering participation, transparency, and trust.
Need assistance?
Kirsten Russell
Vice President, Community Impact
941-955-3000