SARASOTA Be The One
Each one of us has the potential to impact a person, a cause, a community.
Community Impact
Community Care
Community Care
Caring for our community means being a resource during challenging times. We are proud to respond to Emergency Needs & Disaster Relief and initiatives around Providing Stability, that address Health & Hunger issues, provide care for Animals & the Environment, and assist with Placemaking through housing, transportation, and economic support.
Empowerment & Success
Empowerment & Success
A fulfilling life comes from support, encouragement, wisdom, and experience that guide us to our dreams. We invest in Literacy Support, Student Enrichment, Scholarships & Mentoring, Career Development & Advancement, and opportunities to create Lifelong Connections so that everyone can be empowered to realize their potential.
Belonging & Culture
Belonging & Culture
To have a place or group where you belong inspires passion and creativity. By supporting organizations whose work Bridge Generations and Unites the Community around Cultural Development & the Arts, we are here to help build the community we all want to live in.
Stories of Impact
State College of Florida Supports 70 Students With Reading Disorders Through the Strauss Literacy Initiative
The State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Disability Resource Center has provided support and services to 70 State College of Florida students facing reading challenges and learning disa…
Students Age 24 and Older Are Encouraged to Apply for Community Foundation of Sarasota County Scholarships Through April 15
Adult students can complete one common application to become eligible for more than 40 scholarship opportunities. The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is accepting applications for its…
Animal Welfare Grants Will Help Pets and Wildlife With Urgent and Extraordinary Needs
A series of grants from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County strengthens nonprofits’ ability to care for animals with acute conditions, from dogs and cats to manatees and parrots.…
In the Spotlight
March 9, 2026
Moments of Joy, Moments of Connection
Last week, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County gathered to honor a long-held tradition: celebrating the individuals and families whose charitable legacies continue to shape lives here…