It’s been a successful start to a new season of welcoming guests to the Opening Doors to Great Futures Dinner Series at Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties after a 2-year hiatus. The Opening Doors to Great Futures Dinner Series originated as a way for community members to learn more about the organization’s mission, programs, and impact. Upon arrival, … [Read more...] about Opening Doors to Great Futures Dinner Series
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State Farm agent awards Pace Pinellas Girls Scholarships to Further Their Education
Pace Center for Girls, Pinellas received a $15,000 grant from State Farm Insurance on as part of State Farm’s Outstanding Community Engagement Program and shared vision to help girls and young women thrive. In addition to the grant, State Farm Agent Joanne Dauphin presented college scholarships totaling $4,000 to three Pace seniors in honor of her late father. “The funding … [Read more...] about State Farm agent awards Pace Pinellas Girls Scholarships to Further Their Education
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Announces Team Expansion and Growth
VENICE, FL (June 1, 2022) – Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast) has announced the promotion of a seasoned staff member, the addition of a philanthropic trailblazer, and the addition of an experienced donor relations staff member. “We are thrilled to announce Kelly Borgia’s promotion … [Read more...] about Gulf Coast Community Foundation Announces Team Expansion and Growth
Sunshine from Darkness hosts donor appreciation party
SARASOTA, FL – Sunshine from Darkness – a subsidiary of the Lee and Bob Peterson Foundation – recently hosted a donor appreciation party to thank those who supported last fall's Inspiring Hope Dinner as well as to update guests on planned activities this coming year. Approximately 60 were in attendance, including sponsors of the 2021 dinner, supporters of the nonprofit, and … [Read more...] about Sunshine from Darkness hosts donor appreciation party
All Faiths Food Bank’s summer feeding programs return
SARASOTA, FL – This summer, as students lose access to meals at school, 40,000 children in Sarasota and DeSoto counties may be at risk for hunger. All Faiths Food Bank’s Campaign Against Summer Hunger was created nine years ago to fill the “hunger gap” for children who lose access to meals and food pantries at school as well as to raise awareness of the issue of child hunger in … [Read more...] about All Faiths Food Bank’s summer feeding programs return