Editor's note: This article originally appeared in the North Port Sun, written by Craig Garrett. Another first for North Port. A local artist soon begins a large wall mural in…
Barancik FoundationDecember 16, 2020
Everyone remembers their favorite childhood teacher. Outside of family, teachers have the greatest influence on a child’s academic performance, moral character and future success. They can make all the difference in…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
What if eight-year-old girls were put in charge of the Environmental Protection Agency? “If only,” said Girls Inc. of Sarasota County members as they made the switch to renewable energy.…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
Imagine for a minute you’re in third-grade. You’re eight years old, and recess just ended. Now it’s time for that dreaded subject—math. As you wait for class to begin, you…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
It’s not always easy as ABC. Youngsters may know how to sing the alphabet, sound out letters, and even how to spell a few words, but a fragmented understanding of…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
Sarasota’s coastal environment and the visitors it attracts provide social and economic value to our community, but many of the attractive features of our local ecosystem are now threatened by…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
Prizes play a big role in advancing scientific breakthroughs. However, many major awards honor well-established scientists who are usually in the least need of recognition and funding, squeezing out opportunities…
Barancik FoundationDecember 14, 2020
Imagine a child walking into a library, and instead of finding a wall of hardcover books and editorials, they discover an oasis of high-tech tools, gadgets and gizmos. In this…
Barancik FoundationDecember 12, 2020
A child’s success begins with the parent. That’s why when children are enrolled at Children First, parents and caregivers are welcomed into the family as well. The organization’s Families First…
Barancik FoundationDecember 11, 2020