Philanthropy

Community Foundation Awards Grants to Unity Award Winners' Nonprofits

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County recently awarded grants to nonprofits that this year’s award winners devote their time to.

2:43pm By Staff

Finance

Wealth Adviser Recognized By Forbes

Matthew Otto, the managing director and partner of the Otto Group at HighTower, was recently ranked among the top wealth advisers in the state of Florida.

11:15am By Staff

Environment

New Study Shows Impact of Oil Exposure on Gulf Fish

Mote Marine Laboratory scientists recently presented research showing that flounder exposed to oiled sediment showed evidence of stress and DNA damage.

10:28am By Staff

Limelight

Cooking For Wishes Luncheon

The interactive lunch event at Michael's On East raised more than $250,000 for Make-A-Wish Southern Florida.

9:32am Photography by Lori Sax

Philanthropy

Foundation President Named Vice Chair of Statewide Network

The Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation's Teri Hansen was recently elected vice chair of the Florida Philanthropic Network board.

02/21/2019 By Staff

Limelight

First Step Caring Hearts Luncheon

The luncheon at Michael's on East celebrated over 450 babies born drug-free.

02/21/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

Photos From Sarasota Magazine's 2019 Unity Awards

The annual awards luncheon at Michael's on East honored nine members of the community who advance equality, diversity and inclusion.

02/20/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Construction

Pet Resort Adds New Pool

J.E. Charlotte Construction Corp. recently completed construction on a new in-ground pool for Bayside Pet Resort.

02/20/2019 By Staff

Environment

Event Raises Money to 'Fight Red Tide'

The Rotary Club of Sarasota Sunrise Foundation is holding a fundraiser for Mote's Red Tide Institute and the Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida.

02/20/2019 By Staff

Politics

GOP Women's Luncheon Covers 'Law Enforcement Today'

The Republican Women's Club of Sarasota is holding an event with Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight, Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino and Venice Police Chief Tom Mattmuller.

02/20/2019 By Staff

Transportation

Port Opens New Trade Offices in Colombia and Spain

The International Trade Hub at Port Manatee recently opened promotional offices in Medellín, Colombia, and Barcelona, Spain.

02/20/2019 By Staff

Animals

A Greyhound Advocate Encourages People to Adopt

With the end of greyhound racing in Florida in sight, the executive director of a nonprofit that works to end dog racing encourages Floridians to take in dogs.

02/19/2019 By Staff

Professional development

Applications Open for Leadership Development Program

Gulf Coast Community Foundation is accepting applications for its 2019 Gulf Coast Leadership Institute through Friday, March 15.

02/19/2019 By Staff

Education

College Launches New Collaboration With Virtual Reality Company

Ringling College of Art and Design recently launched a new partnership with Flight School.

02/19/2019 By Staff

New hires

Nonprofit Names New 'Chief People and Culture Officer'

JFCS of the Suncoast recently hired Deborah Hedde-Croce.

02/19/2019 By Staff

Limelight

ARC 20th Anniversary Gala

The Animal Rescue Coalition continues to deliver unconditional love to homeless animals.

02/18/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Planning

Four Sarasota Neighborhoods Designated 'Opportunity Zones'

A federal program provides tax advantages for individuals and corporations that invest in the zones.

02/18/2019 By Staff

Limelight

Van Wezel Foundation Gala

Guests mingled on the bayfront, had dinner under a tent, and bid on silent and live auction items before listening to a concert by Grammy winner Seal.

02/18/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Limelight

St. Jude Catholic Church Gala

"One World, One Family" was the theme of the celebration at Michael's on East.

02/18/2019 Photography by Lori Sax

Politics

Congresswoman From Orlando Headlines Democratic Party Dinner

Rep. Val Demmings, D-Orlando, will serve as the keynote speaker at the annual Kennedy-King Dinner of the Sarasota County Democratic Party on Sunday, Feb. 24.

02/18/2019 By Staff

News & City Life

R. Derek Black Was the Heir Apparent to America’s White Nationalist Movement. Then He Went to New College

For 30 Years, Laurel Community Activist Sandra Terry Has Improved Lives, and She’s Still Not Done

Battered By Disease and Storms, Florida Citrus Growers Hope 2019 Is a Better Year

With the NFL Playoffs Looming, a Former Venice High Football Star Hopes for More Super Bowl Magic

Three Social Media Hotshots Find Their Niche—and Their Audiences

Sarasota is a Paradise for Fruit Growing, Fruit Cooking and Fruit Eating

Community Foundation Awards Grants to Unity Award Winners' Nonprofits

Wealth Adviser Recognized By Forbes

New Study Shows Impact of Oil Exposure on Gulf Fish

Cooking For Wishes Luncheon

Foundation President Named Vice Chair of Statewide Network

First Step Caring Hearts Luncheon

Photos From Sarasota Magazine's 2019 Unity Awards

Pet Resort Adds New Pool

Event Raises Money to 'Fight Red Tide'

GOP Women's Luncheon Covers 'Law Enforcement Today'

Port Opens New Trade Offices in Colombia and Spain

A Greyhound Advocate Encourages People to Adopt

Applications Open for Leadership Development Program

College Launches New Collaboration With Virtual Reality Company

Nonprofit Names New 'Chief People and Culture Officer'

ARC 20th Anniversary Gala

Four Sarasota Neighborhoods Designated 'Opportunity Zones'

Van Wezel Foundation Gala

St. Jude Catholic Church Gala

Congresswoman From Orlando Headlines Democratic Party Dinner

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