June 16, 2025
Three-Year Grant From the Community Foundation of Sarasota County Supports Mission of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe was recently honored that the Community Foundation of Sarasota County expressed its commitment to WBTT's mission by awarding a significant three-year grant. The total investment is $150,000, to be distributed over three years, in support of WBTT's theater seasons, education programs, and special events.
In addition to WBTT's next three theater seasons, the grant will support the following in program years 2025-2027: the free Stage of Discovery summer camp and other education programs, the annual Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., WBTT's fundraisers (the Fall Gala and April Fête), and the Juneteenth Arts Festival.
“Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is a dynamic, inspirational, and influential organization that brings audiences together and lifts up youth through its educational programming,” said Kirsten Russell, the Community Foundation's vice president of community impact. “This long-term grant is intended to help the theater sustain its work in the coming years and reflects the foundation's deep commitment to the troupe's values and mission.”
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