January 17, 2026
Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation Receives Grant
Categories: Stories of Impact, COMMUNITY CARE: Placemaking: Housing, Transportation & Economic Support,
As the Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation enters a new phase of growth, the organization is sharpening its strategic direction and strengthening its internal structure. A $7,500 Capacity Building grant from the Edward K. Roberts Emerging Needs Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County will support an expanded planning effort designed to enhance long-term sustainability and guide the alliance's next chapter.
Alliance Managing Director Erin DiFazio says the grant arrives at a pivotal moment.
“This support allows us to build the internal foundation we need for the next phase of the alliance's development,” she says. “Updating our strategic plan and strengthening our operations will help us serve the community more effectively while preparing future leadership.”
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