Philanthropy

Philanthropy Masters Graduates Join Patterson Foundation as Fellows

Alexander and Rachel Ploss are newest members of the foundation's fellows program.

05/11/2022 By Staff

Summer Travel

South Seas Island Resort Is the Perfect Short Summer Getaway

The Captiva resort offers nature galore and a fourth night free for visitors booking three nights through September.

05/11/2022 By Susan Burns

Fast Track

Second Heart Homes Names Athyna Smith Director of Operations

Smith previously served as director of rapid rehousing for the JCFS of the Suncoast.

05/10/2022 By Staff

Philanthropy

Ringling College Library Association Makes $600,000 Gift to Ringling College

The funds support the Alfred R. Goldstein Library and student scholarships.

05/10/2022 By Staff

Awards

Sarasota Chamber Announces Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Small Business Award Finalists

The awards luncheon recognizes leading local member businesses in nine categories, including a new Minority Business Award.

05/10/2022 By Staff

Fast Track

Williams Parker Elects Attorney Nicole F. Christie to Partnership

Christie is a real estate attorney.

05/09/2022 By Staff

Lectures

Ringling College Library Association Announces 2023 Town Hall Lecture Series

The speakers are Maria Ressa, Michael Phelps, Admiral James Stavridis, José Andrés and Thomas Friedman.

05/09/2022 By Staff

Grants

The Exchange Will Award $310,500 to Arts Organizations, Students

Eighteen regional groups will receive support for arts and cultural projects and 15 students will receive scholarships for pursuing studies in the arts.

05/06/2022 By Staff

Outdoor Adventures

Celebrate Mother's Day Outdoors at One of These Six Gorgeous Destinations

Sometimes, all Mom wants on Mother's Day is some peace and quiet in the great outdoors. Here are some local spots you should hit up this Sunday.

05/06/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Grants

Goodwill Manasota Receives Grant for Financial Literacy Training

The funds will pay a portion of the salary of one Goodwill GoodPartner coach.

05/05/2022 By Staff

Milk Depot

SMH Opens New Milk Depot Location in Venice

Local moms can donate breast milk to fragile, premature babies.

05/05/2022 By Staff

Awards

Harmar Mobility Named Finalist for the 2022 Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Awards

Of the 160 nominees, Harmar is one of 23 finalists.

05/05/2022 By Staff

Education

Ringling College Announces Commencement Speaker, Ceremony

The commencement speaker for this year is Jacinda Walker.

05/05/2022 By Staff

Bee Mindful

Sarasota Green Group Shares the Importance of Bee Conservation with Local Classrooms

An academic curriculum created by the group helps students learn about the importance of bees.

05/05/2022 By Samantha Lane

Fast Track

Van Wezel Names New Director of Education and Community Programs

Justin Gomlak was previously dance/theater specialist and arts department chair at The Dalton School.

05/04/2022 By Staff

Philanthropy

New Asolo Rep Media Studio to Be Named for Deb Kabinoff

Kabinoff most recently contributed $250,000 to the Asolo Rep’s capital campaign that is funding the expansion of the Robert and Beverly Koski Production Center.

05/04/2022 By Staff