BRADENTON/SARASOTA, FL – According to the 2018 Eighth Broadband Progress Report of the Federation Communications Commission (FCC), while broadband is essential to innovation, jobs and global competitiveness, approximately 19 million Americans lack access to high-speed internet. Having appropriate technology and internet access is vital for obtaining information and job-seeking; … [Read more...] about Goodwill Manasota helping low-income community members connect to the internet
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WBTT’s ‘Help for Haiti’ benefit raises nearly $12,800
SARASOTA, FL - In the wake of the 7.2 magnitude earthquake that ravaged Haiti on August 14, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presented “Help for Haiti: A Benefit Concert” featuring WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs and friends. The programs – which took place at 2 and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 29 – featured uplifting songs to raise funds and hope for the people of … [Read more...] about WBTT’s ‘Help for Haiti’ benefit raises nearly $12,800
Patience in Pinellas for the Holiday Weekend
ST. PETE BEACH, FL – As we head into the Labor Day Holiday weekend the Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce is reminding customers to use Patience in Pinellas County. In an effort to support our industry staff, the Chamber has developed a campaign to encourage kindness, compassion and patience when visiting local businesses. Patience in Pinellas reminds patrons to sip … [Read more...] about Patience in Pinellas for the Holiday Weekend
Suicide Awareness Month
Tampa, FL – Suicide is the second leading cause of death in youth and adults ages 10 – 34. September is Suicide Awareness Month and all segments of race, education and socio-economic backgrounds are affected by it. National youth studies organizations have also found that juveniles in foster care or the juvenile justice system have life experiences that put them at a higher … [Read more...] about Suicide Awareness Month
Art Center Sarasota Receives Substantial Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Grant
The $36,832 grant will help fund the organization’s 2021-2022 exhibition season. (August 30, 2021) The Sarasota County Commission awarded Art Center Sarasota a $36,832 Tourist Development Cultural/Arts grant to help fund its 2021-2022 exhibition season, which runs through September 2022. The season, comprised of seven exhibition cycles, most encompassing up to four … [Read more...] about Art Center Sarasota Receives Substantial Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Grant