December 28, 2023

Words for 2024

At the start of each year, we pick a word to live by. We asked others to give us their word for 2024. They all make persuasive cases. For the past dozen years, we have had a tradition of p…

June 30, 2023

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Welcomes New Board Members, Appoints Officers

New Members include Dr. Karen Hamad, David Joyner, Patricia Mathews, and Terri Vitale. SARASOTA, FL – The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has appointed new members and elected of…

September 21, 2022

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Appoints Vice President of Finance, Director of Community Impact

Sarasota, FL – The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has announced the appointment of a financial investment strategist as the Vice President of Finance and the selection of an exp…

July 22, 2022

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Retires, with Replacement Ready

Sarasota native Laura Spencer has worked for three of the region’s most prominent entities over the past 34 years: leading CPA firm Kerkering Barberio; drinkware manufacturer Tervis, wher…

May 6, 2022

Foundation CFO sets retirement date — with replacement at the ready

Good succession planning isn’t just for family businesses. A well-defined plan to have a leader in waiting, at any C-level post, can help eliminate transition headaches.

March 22, 2022

President and CEO appointed to national steering committee

SARASOTA, FL - Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s President and CEO, Roxie Jerde, has been appointed to the national steering committee of the Community Foundation Public Awarenes…

March 9, 2022

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Promotes Director of Community Impact

SARASOTA, FL – The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has announced the promotion of a longstanding staff member to help guide the organization’s community investment strategi…

December 13, 2021

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Expands Talent with Staff Promotions, Appointments, National Fellowship

SARASOTA, FL – The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has announced the promotion of a longstanding staff member, appointment of a seasoned development professional, and the accepta…