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The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
In devotion and adherence to the teachings of Jesus and the Catholic Church, we seek to serve and empower ALL in need regardless of race, nationality or creed.
The mission of Children First is to strengthen children and families by improving the quality of their lives through a comprehensive approach to development, education, health, and well-being.
“By engaging the public in creative experiences we are able to provide vital support for artists, filling critical financial gaps in artists’ needs and using it to build our community.”
We work with the community to turn compassion into philanthropic action that supports the mission of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital—to provide leadership in child health through treatment, education, advocacy and research.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a nonprofit, independent marine research organization with world-class scientists dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of our oceans through research and education.
We raise funds to support the students and faculty of New College of Florida, a nationally recognized institution of higher learning that educates intellectually curious students for lives of great achievement.
To provide affordable access to comprehensive, respectful reproductive health care and accurate health information through patient care, education and advocacy.
We connect donors’ passions and regional partners with State College of Florida’s outstanding students, faculty, programs and community, and we steward foundation assets consistent with our donors’ intent.
The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus is a student-centered, research-focused, community-engaged campus that enhances lives through education and makes a significant economic and cultural impact in the region.
The mission of the Van Wezel Foundation is to create a world-class performing arts center that enriches the community, supports arts education and inspires young minds.
To protect and preserve Southwest Florida’s native wildlife through educational outreach and to rescue, rehabilitate and release to their native habitat, sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.