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…
March 28, 2025
Kirsten Russell to present at National Community Foundation Conference
The CFLeads Forum convenes community foundation CEOs and board chairs committed to community leadership. SARASOTA, FL – Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s Kirsten Russell,…
March 6, 2025
Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards Nearly $170,000 Supporting Animal Welfare
Grants support nonprofit organizations that serve animals and promote humane care in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties. SARASOTA, FL – Nearly $170,000 will be awarded to…
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…
January 7, 2025
Scholarship Application for Students Under Age 24 is Open at Community Foundation of Sarasota County
The application deadline for more than 70 different scholarships is March 2, 2025. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has opened its Traditional Scholarshi…
December 18, 2024
Community Foundation of Sarasota County Raises Nearly $9 Million for Disaster Response and Recovery After Historic Hurricane Season
Funds support both immediate needs and long-term assistance in the hard-hit region SARASOTA, FL – The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has so far raised nearly $9 million in eight…
December 9, 2024
Community Foundation of Sarasota County Propels Reach With Staff Appointments, Promotions
Appointments strengthen the foundation’s position as a leader in innovative and thoughtful philanthropy SARASOTA, FL – As the Community Foundation of Sarasota County strives to sup…
December 4, 2024
2024 Year-End Giving Deadlines
2024 year-end gifting deadlines for charitable contributions range from December 15 - December 31, depending on the type of assets outlined below. Cash donations: Credit card contributions…