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Grants offered through the Community Foundation of Sarasota County are fulfilling the philanthropic legacies of our donors who have entrusted our team and board of directors with their charitable dollars.

Based on the passions and interests of those individuals and families, grant funding is provided to make the greatest impact possible to improve lives and enhance community.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, an organization must have:

  • An IRS Letter of Determination that shows the organization is a 501(c)3 public charity.
  • At least one current program with local impact in one of the following counties: Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, or DeSoto.
  • An approved/current profile in The Giving Partner, a powerful, searchable online database with over 700 profiles of charitable organizations serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, and DeSoto counties.
  • No outstanding grant reports to the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. 

Office Hours

Each Friday from 11 am-noon the Community Impact Team will be available to answer questions or discuss applications on an open Zoom Call. Click here to attend the meeting. Registration is not necessary.

Grant Programs

Capacity Building Grants

Investing in Resilience

Capacity Building Grants help organizations build internal capacity, resilience, and long-term sustainability.

Community Impact Grants

Grounded in the 2Gen Philosophy

Community Impact Grants are designed to support nonprofits that help families, children and households achieve lasting economic stability and mobility. 

Animal Welfare Grants

Animal Welfare Grants (up to $25,000) support organizations that serve animals and promote their humane care. 

Suncoast Disaster Recovery Grants

Suncoast Disaster Recovery Grants support the work of organizations with programs in disaster recovery. 

Athena Giving Circle Grants

Athena Giving Circle grants support organizations and initiatives that meaningfully improve the lives of women and girls in our community. 

Sponsorships

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County invites your organization to submit an application for support that contributes to your mission through ticketed events. 
 

Resources for Grantees

Giving Partner Approval Status Report

Our Press Kit for Grantees

Need assistance?

   
Email us:
impact@cfsarasota.org