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Donors Making a Difference
Norman Ness: CGA Adds Up for NASA Scientist

abstract_10017917.jpg Dr. Norman Ness, professor emeritus of physics and astronomy at the University of Delaware, brings ...


The Wiberdings: Honoring a Life of Community Service

abstract_10014439.jpg How can family best honor one of their own, one who has dedicated her life to serving her community? ...


Nonprofits Making a Difference
Florida Studio Theatre: Making Theater Accessible and Affordable

abstract_10017307.jpg From its modest beginning with 11 students in 1982, Florida Studio Theatre’s Education Program ...


CASL: Improving Quality of Life for the Developmentally Disabled

abstract_10013041.jpg In the United States, one out of every 100 persons is born with a developmental disability. In ...


Previously Featured Donors
Roger and Valerie Button: Couple’s Lifetime of Love Inspires Legacy Gift

abstract_10012874.jpg Roger and Valerie Button have been partners in marriage and life for nearly 50 years. Natives of ...


The Korszens: Forging Family Values Through Philanthropy

abstract_10010076.jpg Last Christmas, when Bogie and Dorothy Korszen received a check from Bogie’s mother in Hawaii ...


Helen Wedding: Opening Doors

abstract_10004882.jpg Legacy Society member Helen Wedding feels good knowing that her testamentary gift will help many ...


Scholarship Fund Becomes Permanent Memorial to Beloved Daughter and Friend

abstract_130211.jpg The Robyn Knapp Gullotta Soccer Scholarship Fund, established in Robyn’s memory by her ...


Gary Chmielewski: Professional Advisor Takes His Own Advice

abstract_128972.jpg As vice president, investments, with Raymond James & Associates in Venice, Gary Chmielewski ...


Janis Fawn and Winston Wilmore: “We Believe in Venice”

abstract_126000.jpg When the Venice Historic Preservation Board wanted to set up a preservation fund for the ...


Scott and Julie Pinkerton: Linking Generations

abstract_117635.jpg Scott Pinkerton’s professional experiences as a financial advisor with A.G. Edwards and Sons ...


Dignam Family: Philanthropic Leaders

abstract_115472.jpg The Foundation created the Philanthropic Leadership Award in 2006 to recognize those who make an ...


Previously Featured Organizations
22q13 Deletion Foundation: Serving Families Affected by Phelan-McDermid Syndrome

abstract_10013055.jpg Sam Lomas is an active young teenager who lives in Venice with his parents, Susan and ...


Sarasota Film Festival: Celebrating Film, Benefitting Our Community

abstract_10012994.jpg Established as a nonprofit arts organization in 1998, the Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) strives to ...


Girls Inc.: Inspiring Girls to Be Strong, Smart, and Bold

abstract_10009609.jpg Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County is the local affiliate of a national nonprofit organization ...


The Florida Center: Nurturing Healthy Communities through Children and Families

abstract_10009608.jpg The Florida Center for Child and Family Development is dedicated to the healthy development of young ...


Achievements Learning Center: Building Our Future One Child at a Time

abstract_10009830.jpg Achievements Learning Center strives to provide a high-quality early childhood program with a safe ...


Forty Carrots Family Center: Strengthening Families

abstract_101972.jpg Many people know they will be a good parent, but to be the best parent they can be they turn to ...


Sarasota Reading Festival: Everybody, Let’s Read!

abstract_10008915.jpg The Sarasota Reading Festival was organized in 1998 for the benefit of Selby Public Library and Jane ...


The Salvation Army: Doing the Most Good

abstract_10008485.jpg As the holidays approach, the familiar sight and sound of Salvation Army personnel posted outside ...


PAL Sailor Circus: Tradition and Teaching

abstract_10004880.jpg The PAL Sailor Circus operates as an after-school program of the Police Athletic League of ...


Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast: Helping Children Reach Their Potential

abstract_101971.jpg Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast helps children reach their potential through ...


St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy: The Need Is What Matters

abstract_131367.jpg The mission of St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy of Charlotte County is to provide qualified ...


Circus Sarasota: An Extraordinary Legacy

abstract_101999.jpg Circus Sarasota pays homage to an extraordinary legacy in our community by broadening the artistic ...


North Port Performing Arts Center: A Cultural Hub

abstract_117526.jpg To the uninitiated, a “MAC 700 Profile Automated Moving Yoke Fixture” is probably little ...


Englewood Helping Hand: Reaching Out

abstract_115553.jpg What if you had to choose between purchasing a critical prescription medication or paying your ...


South County Family YMCA: Strong Kids, Strong Families, Strong Communities

abstract_115540.jpg Rock climbing, in Venice? That’s just one of the many diverse activities and programs ...


Venice Art Center: Creating Community

abstract_115471.jpg Picture it: Dozens of children gather around classroom tables, little fingers weaving intricate ...


WEDU: A Broadcasting Leader

abstract_101986.gif With its line-up of high-quality PBS favorites, it’s little surprise that WEDU, with more than ...


Suncoast Humane Society: Much More Than Just a Shelter

abstract_101976.jpg Since its founding in 1971 with a few cages and all-volunteer help, Suncoast Humane Society has ...


Sarasota Conservation Foundation

The Sarasota Conservation Foundation works to protect the character and natural integrity of ...


The Venice Symphony

  The Venice Symphony was founded in 1974. In the beginning, musicians were ...


United Way 2-1-1 of Manasota

How often have you struggled to find an answer because you just weren’t sure where to start ...


All About Children

abstract_102004.jpg All About Children is a childcare center that has been serving children from ages 2 to12 in ...


Alzheimer's Association - Florida Gulf Coast Chapter

Sixty percent of Alzheimer's patients will wander sometime during the course of their disease; ...


Animal Rescue Coalition

At any given time, animal welfare organizations in Sarasota County house approximately 12,000 dogs ...


Cardinal Mooney High School

Adopt-a-StudentCardinal Mooney High School’s mission is to offer a quality, values-based ...


Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice - Financial Assistance Program

Financial Assistance ProgramCatholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. Financial Assistance Program ...


Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice - Our Mother's House

Our Mother's HouseOur Mother’s House, a Catholic Charities program, provides young mothers and ...


Charlotte Technical Center

Charlotte Technical Center opened its doors to students in August of 1980 and currently serves over ...


Children First

Children First (formerly Sarasota Day Nursery, est. 1961) has provided early education services year ...


Children's Haven and Adult Community Services

KALEIDOSCOPE is a partnership project of Children’s Haven and Adult Community Services, Inc. ...


Coastal Behavioral Healthcare

When a family is reunited, an adult with a mental illness stabilized, or a suicidal child saved, our ...


Easter Seals of Southwest Florida

Easter Seals of Southwest Florida is committed to creating solutions and changing the lives of ...


Gulf Coast Heritage Association

Gulf Coast Heritage Association connects people of today with 5,000 years of human history in ...


Loveland Center's Phase II - Senior Center

Loveland Center's Phase II - Seniors mission is to provide a safe, caring environment for ...


Meals on Wheels

How much food does it take to prepare one million meals? According to Venice Area Mobile Meals ...


Sarasota Crew

Sarasota Crew is a youth rowing program partnering with Historic Spanish Point.  Sarasota Crew ...


Sarasota Opera

Sarasota Opera has been performing opera since 1957 and is an internationally respected producer of ...


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