Five Sarasota County educators were recently named 2023 Ripple Effect Award winners by Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation and Sarasota County Schools. Each award -- which recognizes teachers for their…
Kaitlyn PerezSeptember 29, 2023
Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation recently approved grants for 20 local nonprofits that support the community in the areas of arts and culture, early learning, student success, business development, foster…
Kaitlyn PerezMay 23, 2023
The following op-ed is authored by Barancik Foundation President | CEO Teri A Hansen and Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties President | CEO Bill Sadlo. It…
Kaitlyn PerezMay 15, 2023
One of the most impactful careers a person can pursue is becoming an educator. For that reason and in memory of Chuck and Margie, Barancik Foundation is again celebrating the…
Kaitlyn PerezMay 10, 2023
“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein As a former teacher, Margie Barancik knew what research clearly states:…
Kaitlyn PerezMarch 8, 2023
Sarasota, FL – The essence: Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation recently approved grants for mental health, early childhood education, emergency assistance, projects that promote environmental sustainability, and more. Much of…
Kaitlyn PerezJanuary 27, 2023
At least 19 preschools in Sarasota County saw their playground fences damaged in Hurricane Ian, which is preventing children from using the space until repairs are made. A $50,000 relief…
Kelly RomanoffOctober 12, 2022
Teachers change lives every day. Many of us find ourselves conjuring up memories of how a teacher changed our journey during important moments in our personal and professional lives. Outside…
Kelly RomanoffSeptember 21, 2022
The essence: Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation has recently approved grants for affordable housing, human services, and projects that promote environmental sustainability. This funding brings Barancik Foundation’s total philanthropic investment…
Barancik FoundationAugust 22, 2022