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…
Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation recently approved grants for 13 local nonprofits that support the community in the areas of education, humanitarian causes, mental health treatment capacity, arts and cultural…
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…
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…
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…
“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:…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The Charles and Margery Barancik family has long believed in the power of philanthropy to shape our world and enrich the lives of all people. It was the expression of this belief that led them in 2014 to establish Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation—a private, family foundation located in Sarasota, Florida.
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The Barancik Foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funding.