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
UnidosNow's Empowered Parents Program Expands With Support From Community Foundation of Sarasota County
UnidosNow has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County's Two-Generation Approach Fund, Allen Wirtz Nobbe and Jo Bowen Nobbe Fund, and Edward K. Roberts Fun…
Community Foundation of Sarasota County Adds Three New Members to Its Board of Directors
Dane DeSantis, Greg DiDomenico and Greg Parris recently joined the foundation’s board. Sarasota, Florida — The Community Foundation of Sarasota County’s board of directors re…
The Ringling Receives Community Foundation Grant to Expand Programs
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is proud to announce a grant of $43,000 from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support key initiatives such as increased health and acces…
In the Spotlight
July 6, 2026
America at 250: Let's Build the Future We Want, Together
This past Saturday, America celebrated its 250th birthday. Two and a half centuries ago, our founders gave us a framework for freedom, and every generation since has had the responsibility to…