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May 23, 2024

Partnership is Key: The Community Foundation of Sarasota County and the Sarasota County Bar Association

By Amanda R. Kison, Sarasota County Bar Association, 2023-2024 President Throughout history, many famous duos have emerged that just seem destined to be paired up—think Bert and Ernie, B…

January 25, 2024

Application open for Community Foundation of Sarasota County Scholarship Opportunities

Applications for students under age 24 are due March 1, 2024. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has opened its Traditional Scholarship Application for st…

January 12, 2023

Traditional Scholarship Application is OPEN Through Feb. 15

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County Application open for Scholarship Opportunities The Traditional Scholarship application for students under age 24 is open through February 15, 2023.…

June 21, 2022

Millions in Scholarships from Community Foundation of Sarasota County Support Local Students Completing Degrees

SARASOTA, FL – During a time of increased costs for gas, food, and school supplies, young adults pursuing higher education are also facing higher prices for enrollment in secondary educa…

February 5, 2022

Students: Our Community is Rooting for You

For students taking the next bold step along their journey to a better life, there is no greater source of empowerment than knowing that their community is fully behind them, cheering for and…

January 5, 2022

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Accepting Scholarship Applications through February 15

Students under the age of 24 are eligible for more than 70 scholarship opportunities through a single application. SARASOTA, FL – Students from four area counties are invited to apply b…

December 13, 2021

Paying It Forward: Scholarship Donors Change Futures, Motivated by Life Experiences

When Bea Holt was in her mid-30s working as a nurse in Philadelphia, she dreamed of a career in business. With her employer’s financial support, she enrolled in night classes and receive…

November 5, 2021

NFC Foundation Awarded $60,000 to Benefit Student Scholarships

The North Florida College Foundation has been awarded $60,000 from the Edward K. Roberts Community College Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. Due to the financial challenges…