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Gulf Coast Launches 2025 Regional Scan to Gain Diverse Insight

Published: The 2025 Regional Scan, a brief 5-minute digital survey, is intended to track what is working well in our region, what should be re-evaluated, and what resources are needed to empower every resident to reach their full potential through community input.

Inspiring Our Community Through Empowering Arts

Published: Phillip's Voice: Our President | CEO Phillip Lanham reflects on our Empowering Arts Grant Program and how it supports the cornerstone arts organizations in our region.

Investing in Resources, Prioritizing Our Residents

Published: Our commitment to meaningful collaboration drives our work with both donors and community partners. Read more about Gulf Coast's work with Rebuilding Together Greater Florida in Newtown to support home repairs and maintenance.

Mapping the Story of Our Community

Published: We need your voice. Our Vice President of Community Leadership Erin Minor highlights the story of our Regional Scan beginning in 2009 and how it has transformed into a Community Playbook to truly reflect the heart of our region, you.

Announcing Elizabeth Welch, J.D. as Director of Professional Advisor Relationships

Published: We are pleased to announce Elizabeth Welch, J.D. as our Director of Professional Advisor Relationships.

Amplifying Efforts to Create Lasting Impact

Published: Phillip's Voice: Our President | CEO Phillip Lanham highlights a new partnership between Gulf Coast and the Elsa & Peter Soderberg Charitable Foundation designed to address urgent needs in DeSoto and Charlotte Counties.

Taking Meaningful Action to Protect Our Waters

Published: Phillip's Voice: Our President | CEO Phillip Lanham reflects on our newly updated Water Quality Playbook and how we can take meaningful action to protect our waters.