Awards

EDC of Sarasota County Announces Annual Awards

The awards were announced at the EDC's Post-Election Economic Outlook event last week.

12/04/2020 By Staff

Grants

Women’s Resource Center Awarded 'Neighborhood Champion' Grant

The program granted the organization $50,000 and an opportunity for virtual leadership training.

12/04/2020 By Staff

Awards

Manatee County Superintendent Receives Statewide Award

Cynthia Saunders was recognized by the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations.

12/02/2020 By Staff

Things to Do

43 Socially Distant Ways to Have Fun in Sarasota—and Beyond

Our editors scanned the landscape to select some of their favorite things to do, see, eat and enjoy.

12/01/2020 By Sarasota Magazine Staff

Rebrand

Bentley & Bruning Rebrands as Bentley Law

Founding partner Kevin Bruning has left the firm to take a seat on the 12th Judicial Circuit bench.

12/01/2020 By Staff

Coronavirus

Florida Awarded an Additional $28 Million in Covid-19 Relief

The funds are for disaster relief employment, which will provide temporary jobs, employment and training services, and supportive services to eligible Floridians.

12/01/2020 By Staff

Events

Sarasota Chamber Announces December 2020 Events

This month's lineup includes a networking lunch and a holiday shopping event.

11/30/2020 By Staff

Grants

Education Foundation of Sarasota County Receives $50,000 Grant

The funds come from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation.

11/30/2020 By Staff

Grants

Selby Foundation Awards More Than $1 Million in Fall Grant Cycle

Grants awarded focus on preserving and advancing the safety, security, accessibility, and efficiency of facilities and services provided by these organizations.

11/25/2020 By Staff

Grants

Healthcare Foundation Awards More Than $700,000 in Grants

The funds will be used to help enhance patient outcomes and physician satisfaction, and provide resources to under-served members of the community.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Awards

Jonathan Lewis Wins Sarasota Chamber Chair's Cup

Lewis, the Sarasota County Administrator, received the award at the chamber's 100th Annual Meeting.

11/24/2020 By Staff

Environment

State Awards $55,000 Grant to Sarasota for Tree Management

The grant will allow the city to create an inventory of trees, identify diseased and dangerous trees, and plant new trees in low-income areas.

11/23/2020 By Staff

Awards

All Faiths Food Bank Recognized as One of the Top Food Banks in the Country

All Faiths was recognized for its cutting-edge methodology and efficiency.

11/20/2020 By Staff

Covid-19

Financial Assistance Program Boosts Economy During Pandemic

The Sarasota County CARES Assistance program has distributed tens of millions of dollars to individuals and businesses.

11/20/2020 By Staff

Parks and Rec

Florida’s Greenways and Trails Record 10 Million Annual Visitors

There are more than 7,500 miles of land-based trails in Florida, and an additional 4,000 miles of designated paddling trails.

11/18/2020 By Staff

Awards

Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance Announces 2020 'Sandies' Winners

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, this year's event—LWRBA's 10th annual—was held virtually.

11/18/2020

Solar Power

Sarasota Solar Co-op Deadline Approaches

Solar United Neighbors will host a free virtual information session tonight at 6 p.m.

11/18/2020 By Staff

Philanthropy

Project 180 Receives $15,000 Grant

The funding will be used to expand Project 180's residential housing program.

11/18/2020 By Staff

Market Report

Everything You Need to Know About Sarasota's Bustling Farmers' Markets

Your top spots for fresh produce, seafood, artisanal local products and much more.

11/17/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Fast Track

AIA Florida Gulf Coast Names New Board of Directors

James Piatchuk has been named president and Kris Pelow vice-president/president-elect.

11/17/2020 By Staff