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We make significant investments in the areas of education, humanitarian causes, arts and culture, the environment, and medical research in Sarasota and beyond. Within this database, you can explore past grants that date back to our inception and are as current as our most recent grant round. Below are three ways to use this database, which is best viewed from your desktop.

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Organization NameProject NameAmount AwardedDecision DateFocus AreaPurpose
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyBarancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research$375,000 11/1/2012Medical REsearchTo award the Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: STEMsmart in Sarasota County Schools, 2014$1,037,500 4/15/2014EducationTo support the STEMsmart initiative to transform how teachers teach and students learn science, technology, engineering, and math in Sarasota County public middle schools.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: ELA/SS Pilot, 2014-15$756,000 5/1/2014EducationTo transform Sarasota County middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies (ELA/SS) classrooms into TechActive classrooms.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2014 and 2015$100,000 5/1/2014Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2015$50,000 5/1/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreEndowment Gift$1,000,000 5/27/2014Arts and CultureChallenge grant to energize the Artist Endowment Fund campaign.
The Sarasota BalletIncentive Promotion for 2014/15 Season$13,926 6/2/2014Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignLibrary of the Future$1,000,000 6/11/2014Arts and CultureTo construct the Academic Resource Center in the Alfred R. Goldstein Library.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountySeason of Sharing, 2014$200,000 6/20/2014Humanitarian CausesTo help individuals and families on the verge of homelessness stay in their homes through the Season of Sharing Fund.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastAnnual Support, 2014$200,000 6/29/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2014-15$50,000 6/29/2014Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Puttin' on the Ritz Gala, 2014$30,000 6/29/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Parkinson's Disease Research SocietyGeneral Support$5,000 9/16/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankAnnual Support, 2014$50,000 10/17/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and fundraising efforts.
Partners in HealthEbola Response Efforts$100,000 11/3/2014Humanitarian CausesTo support Ebola response efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2014-15$75,000 12/3/2014Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationWorkforce Development$250,000 4/24/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support CareerEdge in training unemployed and under-employed adults in the Sarasota-Manatee region, particularly in computer science and transportation, distribution, and logistics.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountySeason of Sharing, 2015$200,000 4/24/2015Humanitarian CausesTo help individuals and families on the verge of homelessness stay in their homes through the Season of Sharing Fund.
Asolo Repertory TheatreMatching Grant, 2016$50,000 4/25/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2015-16$50,000 5/1/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: ELA/SS, 2015-16$587,732 6/25/2015EducationTo transform Sarasota County middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies (ELA/SS) classrooms into TechActive classrooms.
Ringling College of Art and DesignCollege Consortium of the Creative Coast- C4 Consultant$25,000 6/26/2015EducationTo support the College Consortium of the Creative Coast.
Sarasota County SchoolsReading Recovery, 2015-16 school year$100,000 6/26/2015EducationTo support Reading Recovery, which provides short-term intervention for first graders having extreme difficulty with early reading and writing.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2015-16$100,000 6/26/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Puttin' on the Ritz Gala, 2015$30,000 6/26/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2015$8,000 6/26/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Senior Friendship CentersMatching Grant to Senior Friendship Centers for Medical Services$50,000 7/14/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s health clinic which serves the low-income and uninsured in Sarasota County.
Sarasota OrchestraSponsorship: Enchanted Evenings and Youth Orchestra, 2015$25,000 7/23/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesEstablish After-school Programming at the Newtown Estates Rec Center, 2015-2016$181,000 8/6/2015Humanitarian CausesTo begin an after-school program in Newtown Estates.
St. Petersburg Free ClinicMatching Grant to the St. Petersburg Free Clinic for Medical Services$50,000 8/10/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2015-16$25,000 8/12/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Champion for Children Dinner, 2015$10,000 8/24/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Orchid Ball, 2016$10,500 9/22/2015EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2015 $10,000 9/25/2015EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeSponsorship: Civic Achievement Dinner, 2015$50,000 9/28/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreCondo for Actor Housing$20,000 9/30/2015Arts and CultureTo enrich the theatre's partnership with the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training and provide housing for visiting artists.
American Jewish CommitteeSponsorship: Video$5,000 10/13/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: 25th Anniversary Gala, 2016$10,000 10/20/2015Arts and CultureTo celebrate The Sarasota Ballet’s 25th Anniversary Season and support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationEndowment Fund for Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research$3,000,000 11/13/2015Medical REsearchTo endow the annual Barancik Prize for Innovation in MS Research.
University of Florida Foundation - Herbert Wertheim College of EngineeringUF Innovation Station$979,907 11/13/2015EducationTo launch the UF Innovation Station Sarasota County, an extension of the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, and groom area students for degree and career attainment in engineering.
All Faiths Food BankDevelop a sustainable produce donation/distribution system, and expand the Sprout mobile food pantry$626,225 11/13/2015Humanitarian CausesTo expand the food bank’s ability to collect and distribute fresh produce.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastHealthy Families/ Healthy Fathers Initiative$250,000 11/13/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the Healthy Fathers/Healthy Families program that helps dads become more effective parents, better communicators, financial managers, and employees.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastFunding for Various Programs$245,000 11/13/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support programming in Sarasota and Manatee for children and families.
Visible Men AcademyParent Success Program$25,000 11/13/2015EducationTo support the Parent for Success Program at Visible Men Academy, a K-8 charter school focused on academic, social, and character education for minority, low-income boys
Sarasota County SchoolsElementary Math Teacher Training Initiative$619,144 11/13/2015EducationTo support elementary teacher training in math education and increase student proficiency.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2015-16$5,000 11/13/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Cabaret at the Tropicana Gala, 2016$10,000 11/18/2015Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratoryRenovation of the Tropical Reserach Lab/ Coral Reef Research Facility$325,000 12/3/2015EnvironmentTo support the organization's world-class scientific research in Key West, Florida.
Florida Policy InstituteStart-up Funding$251,641 12/3/2015Humanitarian CausesTo create staff capacity to analyze the State of Florida’s budget and make policy recommendations that represent the needs and interests of low-income residents.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountyCampaign for Grade Level Reading, Funding for skilled home school liaison$79,460 12/3/2015EducationTo hire a Home School Liaison at Tuttle Elementary to support the Campaign for Grade Level Reading.
Feeding AmericaOnline Summer Food Client Referral Pilot$75,000 12/3/2015Humanitarian CausesTo pilot the use of mobile technology to make it faster and easier for those in need to find food and connect with available services.
Jewish United FundGeneral Support$50,000 12/3/2015Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strength Jewish community connections.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Evening of Excellence, 2016$5,000 12/16/2015EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Celebrity Chef's Food and Wine Tasting, 2016$1,000 1/6/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2016$25,000 1/20/2016EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2016$5,000 1/21/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the 2016 Embracing Our Difference art exhibit. The organization uses the power of art to expand consciousness and open the heart to celebrate the diversity of the human family.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountySponsorship: Glitz at the Ritz, 2016$2,500 1/22/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2016$5,500 2/3/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSummer Programming for Newtown Estates Park Boys & Girls Club $89,000 2/12/2016Humanitarian CausesTo maintain services to the highly vulnerable youth population who attend the Newtown Estate Park Club.
WUSF Public MediaClassical WSMR 89.1 Expansion Project $10,000 2/12/2016Arts and CultureTo the WSMR 89.1 Expansion Project to increase the 24-hour classical music radio station’s signal strength.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2016 $400,000 2/12/2016Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2016$50,000 2/12/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Honoring Dr. Larry Thompson and Celebrating 85 Years$2,000 3/11/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and fundraising efforts in honor of Dr. Larry Thompson.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2016-17$10,000 4/12/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Centerstone of FloridaComprehensive Treatment Court Pilot Program$147,000 4/27/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the Comprehensive Treatment Court, which is a jail-diversion program for individuals arrested for misdemeanor crimes and suffering from mental illness.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2016$25,000 4/27/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: General support$5,000 4/27/2016EducationTo support the Library Foundation’s work to ensure Sarasota County’s libraries remain innovative, leading-edge centers of learning and civic engagement.
Sarasota County SchoolsJoint Initiative: Reading Recovery, 2016-17 & 2017-18$100,000 4/27/2016EducationTo support Reading Recovery, which provides short-term intervention for first graders having extreme difficulty with early reading and writing.
Junior Achievement of Tampa BayJA – Life & Career Ready$50,000 4/28/2016EducationTo support the Junior Achievement Sarasota/Manatee District Office.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2016 honoring Dr. Joel Kaplan$10,000 5/5/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreHetty Feather Tickets (100) for Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County $1,000 5/26/2016Arts and CultureTo purchase 100 tickets for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County to attend the Hetty Feather performance.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2016$20,000 6/8/2016EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Community Youth Development Breakfast$1,000 6/23/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyFamily Strengthening Program$225,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo fund the Family Strengthening Program, which provides counseling services for the girls the organization serves, and their families.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountySeason of Sharing, 2016$200,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo help individuals and families on the verge of homelessness stay in their homes through the Season of Sharing Fund.
Children FirstChildren First Program Enhancements $150,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo expand the organization’s case management, counseling, and teacher capacity to better address the mental and behavioral needs of the children and families they serve.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2016$50,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesFor the 2016 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization’s educational and character-building programs.
Solar United Neighbors of FloridaFlorida Solar United Neighborhoods (FL SUN)$30,000 7/8/2016EnvironmentTo support the expansion of solar energy in Florida.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff's Charitable Fund$25,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support grassroots community-building efforts that make Sarasota County’s neighborhoods stronger and safer.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor TrainingShakespeare in the Gardens: Shakespeare's A Midsummer's Night Dream at Selby Gardens$10,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support Shakespeare in the Gardens, the Conservatory’s joint outdoor theater production of A Midsummer's Night Dream, in partnership with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Evening of Excellence, 2017$5,000 7/8/2016EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: ELA/SS, 2016-17$525,000 7/8/2016EducationTo transform Sarasota County middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies (ELA/SS) classrooms into TechActive classrooms.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2016-17 $100,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2016-17 $55,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2016$50,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual support, 2016$50,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strength Jewish community connections.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2016-17$50,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2016 & 2017$12,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Champions for Children, 2016$10,000 7/8/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2016$10,000 7/8/2016EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2017$10,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2016 $10,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2017$10,000 7/8/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2017$5,000 7/26/2016EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2017$5,000 8/5/2016EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkCEO Transition Fund$5,000 8/23/2016Humanitarian CausesFor the CEO Transition Fund to support the growth of the organization under its new leadership.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: CYD Breakfast, Matching Gift in Honor of Lori White$10,000 9/2/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationFACE-ing Mental Illness: The Art of Acceptance Project Fund$10,000 9/6/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the Art of Acceptance program, uniting the arts and behavioral health communities of Sarasota.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2016$2,500 9/14/2016Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Puttin' on the Ritz Gala, 2016$30,000 9/27/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2017$25,000 9/27/2016EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2017$5,500 9/27/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastTargeted Youth & Family Case Management, Counseling & Supportive Services$300,000 10/21/2016Humanitarian CausesTo provide intensive trauma counseling for youth who need help with serious life challenges.
Forty Carrots Family CenterClinical Supervisor to Support Expansion of Forty Carrots' Child & Family Therapy Program$196,200 10/21/2016Humanitarian CausesTo hire a Clinical Supervisor responsible for the expansion of Forty Carrots’ Children and Family Therapy Program.
Florida State University FoundationThe Ringling W.E.B. — Where Everyone Belongs: Families Learning Together$175,000 10/21/2016Arts and CultureTo provide free family memberships through partnerships with non-profit community organizations and equip parents to engage in conversations and exploration with their children around works of art.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyCapping Grant to the Lori White Endowment Fund$50,000 10/21/2016EducationTo honor retiring Superintendent Lori White and provide professional development for teachers in the Sarasota County public schools.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyChildren's Literacy Endowment Capping Grant$50,000 10/21/2016EducationTo support Sarasota County’s Literacy Endowment Campaign to raise the necessary funds to ensure the neediest children in our community are exposed to reading at an early age.
Cross College AllianceC4 Consortium Initiative Support$39,333 10/21/2016EducationTo support the initiative’s goals, including student cross-registration, class enrollment at partnering colleges, and co-branding.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: School Outreach, 2016-17$5,000 11/22/2016Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s student produced art display promoting tolerance and inclusivity.
Sarasota OrchestraSponsorship: A Little Night Music special event$2,500 1/23/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida ACLUKeep Kids Learning and Working Towards a Productive Future$361,635 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Keep Kids Learning and Working program. The ACLU’s goal, which we share, is to reduce the number of children entering the juvenile-justice system and keep them in school.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationInternship Incentive Program$227,500 1/27/2017EducationTo support an internship incentive program that will place 125 students with paid internships at local companies.
Easterseals Southwest FloridaEaster Seals Children's Therapy Collaboration Project$225,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo expand the organization's therapy services for persons with disabilities.
Harvest HouseTransformation for Children and Families$210,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to champion hope and transform lives by revitalizing neighborhoods and providing service-enriched housing programs.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties2016-2017 School Year & 2017 Summer Programs at Newtown Estates Park Boys & Girls Club$122,485 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo maintain services to the highly vulnerable youth population who attend the Newtown Estate Park Club.
Big Waters Land TrustYouth in Nature Initiative, 2017$65,000 1/27/2017EnvironmentTo support the Youth in Nature Initiative.
State College of Florida FoundationStudent Success in Gator Engineering@SCF & New SCF STEM Pathways$60,000 1/27/2017EducationTo increase SCF’s academic advisor capacity. The advisor will support students in Gator Engineering@SCF and the new STEM Pathways program.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2017$25,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationLocal College Access Network Matching Grant$25,000 1/27/2017EducationTo support the Local College Access Network whose goal is to improve student access and attainment of college degrees or higher-education certificates.
Asolo Repertory TheatreTwenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea $15,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo purchase 100 tickets for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County to attend the Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea performance.
Manatee Community FoundationHeroin/Opioid Epidemic Plan$7,160 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo develop an action plan to address the foster care crisis.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationGCCF Initiative: Financial Sustainability Expansion at The Salvation Army, Sarasota$94,600 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo expand the Financial Sustainability Initiative at The Salvation Army and help more families emerging from poverty to become self-sufficient.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2017$400,000 1/27/2017Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2017-18$100,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2017-18$55,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual support, 2017$50,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strength Jewish community connections.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2017$50,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2017-18$50,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2017$35,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2017-18$30,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2017$20,000 1/27/2017EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2017$10,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Champions for Children, 2017$10,000 1/27/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2017$10,000 1/27/2017EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2017$10,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2017-18$10,000 1/27/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Youth of the Year, 2017 $11,000 2/3/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstSupport for the Raise Your Hand fundraising campaign$25,000 2/9/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2017$3,000 2/13/2017EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Booker High School FoundationStudent Technology$1,400 2/14/2017EducationTo purchase computer technology compatible with the engineering software SolidWorks.
Suncoast Science CenterSponsorship: RC Custom Car Open$5,000 2/27/2017EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreGeneral Support: Gala, 2017$10,000 3/4/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Star Children's FoundationAll-Star Children's Foundation Medical Model for Trauma-informed Care$1,000,000 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesTo provide trauma-informed foster care services in Sarasota.
Sarasota County SchoolsReading Recovery For ALL!$511,000 4/21/2017EducationTo employ literacy teachers trained through the Reading Recovery program at seven elementary schools.
Florida State University FoundationScience Students Together Reaching Instructional Diversity & Excellence (SSTRIDE) in Sarasota$498,380 4/21/2017EducationTo support the expansion of Science Students Together Reaching Instructional Diversity and Excellence (SSTRIDE) into McIntosh Middle School and Sarasota High School.
Sarasota County SchoolsMaking Sarasota #1 in Mathematics$480,000 4/21/2017EducationTo build professional capacity in math instruction across the school district.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSustainability Plan for Newtown Estates Park Boys & Girls Club$435,170 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesTo ensure the long-term sustainability of the Newtown Estates Park Club, which was created in 2015 with funding from the Foundation to serve youth in the Newtown Estates neighborhood.
Manatee Community FoundationManatee County Foster Care Initiative$125,000 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesTo pay for an Early Childhood Court Community Coordinator and for a marketing campaign to fill the gap in foster-care homes.
The Bay Park ConservancySarasota Bayfront Planning Organization$100,000 4/21/2017Arts and CultureTo create a master redevelopment plan for 42 acres of Sarasota Bay-front property owned by the City of Sarasota.
Pines of Sarasota FoundationPines of Sarasota Intergenerational Program$96,000 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesTo offer professional intergenerational programming for residents of the Pines senior living facility and children who attend the organization's preschool.
United Way SuncoastUnited Way Suncoast Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program$60,000 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, which provides free tax-return preparation and filing for low-income families in Sarasota and DeSoto counties.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationMiss Susie's Lunchroom$50,000 4/21/2017Humanitarian CausesStart-up funds for a redevelopment project to create a full-service restaurant in the Newtown neighborhood.
Child Protection CenterEducating Adults and Empowering Children$50,000 4/21/2017EducationTo hire an additional prevention educator for its Personal Safety and Community Awareness Program team
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationTalking is Teaching$10,000 4/21/2017EducationTo pilot an awareness campaign to encourage parents to talk, read, and sing with their young children.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Create SRQ, 2018$5,000 7/18/2017EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Zoological SocietyBottlenose Dolphins as Sentinels of Coastal Ecosystem Health, 2017$1,000,000 7/28/2017EnvironmentTo sustain the Sarasota Bay Dolphin Research Study, the longest running study of dolphins in the wild.
Sarasota County Schools21st Century School Initiative$525,000 7/28/2017EducationTo complete a collaborative initiative with Gulf Coast Community Foundation and Sarasota County Schools that has physically and academically transformed middle-school classrooms throughout the county.
Mote Marine LaboratoryMote Marine Laboratory Coral Reef Research and Restoration$300,000 7/28/2017EnvironmentTo build a new research lab in Key West to expand the organization's coral reef and research restoration.
Forty Carrots Family CenterGood Beginnings Program at Tuttle Elementary School$90,866 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo provide mental health counseling for three years at Tuttle Elementary School, a Title I school in Sarasota.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2017$50,000 7/28/2017EducationFor the 2017 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization’s educational and character-building programs.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff's Charitable Fund$25,000 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Sheriff’s Charitable Fund, which will enable the Sheriff’s Office to provide small grants for grassroots efforts that improve neighborhood safety and conditions.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program$21,000 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Sarasota OrchestraSarasota Youth Orchestra, 2017-18$15,000 7/28/2017Arts and CultureTo provide financial assistance for youth whose families are below the federal poverty line to receive music education and enrichment through the Sarasota Youth Orchestra.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2017-18$30,000 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2018$25,000 7/28/2017EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Leadership Breakfast, 2017$20,000 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2018$10,000 7/28/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2018$10,000 7/28/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2018$6,000 7/28/2017EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2018$5,500 7/28/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2018$5,000 7/28/2017EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2018$5,000 7/28/2017EducationTo support the 2018 Embracing Our Difference art exhibit. The organization uses the power of art to expand consciousness and open the heart to celebrate the diversity of the human family.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2017$2,500 7/28/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElSponsorship: Temple Emanu-El honoring of Mickey Fine, 2017$1,000 8/14/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Temple and recognize the important community contributions of Ms. Fine.
Arts & Cultural Alliance Of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Arts Mean Business, 2017$5,000 8/23/2017Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2018$5,000 8/30/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Greater Houston Community FoundationHurricane Harvey Relief Fund$100,000 9/5/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the Hurricane Harvey relief and recovery efforts of the Greater Houston Community Foundation.
Pines of Sarasota FoundationHurricane Irma - Emergency Request $202,000 9/18/2017Humanitarian CausesTo replace equipment and repair damages sustained during Hurricane Irma.
All Faiths Food BankHurricane Irma - Emergency Request$172,000 9/18/2017Humanitarian CausesFor two weeks of food normally supplied by food donations from retail chains.
American Jewish CommitteeSponsorship: Civic Achievement Award Dinner, 2017$10,000 10/26/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyBarancik Foundation Solar and Conservation Initiative Pilot in partnership with Girls Inc. $444,890 11/3/2017EnvironmentTo test the concept of outfitting a youth-serving nonprofit agency with solar panels while also delivering conservation education to the organization.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastEmbracing Our Community With Care$330,000 11/3/2017Humanitarian CausesTo fund a variety of essential social-service programs for community members of all ages.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor TrainingShakespeare in the Gardens: A Three-year Partnership$60,000 11/3/2017Arts and CultureTo support Shakespeare in the Gardens, the Conservatory’s joint outdoor theater production with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Sarasota County SchoolsFresh Fruit and Vegetable Program - A Continuation of Services$56,400 11/3/2017Humanitarian CausesTo sustain the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program at Tuttle and Alta Vista elementary schools.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaKeeping Prevention Health Care Affordable and Accessible$50,000 11/3/2017Humanitarian CausesTo provide affordable, accessible healthcare to patients in Sarasota County with limited or no health insurance.
Chicago Botanic GardenScience Career Continuum$25,000 11/3/2017EnvironmentTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoMuseum of Science and Industry Chicago - Science Minors Clubs Program$25,000 11/3/2017EducationTo support the Science Minors Club, which provides after-school learning opportunities to more than 12,000 elementary school students.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Barancik Foundation Emerging Educators Initiative$125,000 11/3/2017EducationTo support a partnership with State College of Florida (SCF) Educator Preparation Institute to recruit college degreed adults interested in a second career in teaching.
United Way SuncoastTransition of 211 services to Heart of Florida United Way$33,333 11/10/2017Humanitarian CausesTo support the transition of 211 services to Heart of Florida United Way.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Alan Buegeleisen Mid Florida MS Research Fund, 2017$5,000 11/20/2017Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: STEMsmart Celebration Venue Appreciation Grant$500 2/1/2018EducationIn appreciation for hosting the STEMsmart Celebration.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: STEMsmart Celebration Venue Appreciation Grant$500 2/1/2018EducationIn appreciation for hosting the STEMsmart Celebration.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationRapid Rehousing - a Solution for Adult and Unaccompanied Youth Homelessness$100,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo address adult homelessness by offering rapid rehousing and wrap-around support to individuals.
Cross College AllianceCross College Alliance Sustainability Plan$30,730 2/2/2018EducationTo continue the initiative's work to broaden student experiences and establish the region as a destination for academic excellence.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSummer Family Productions, 2018 and 2019$30,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo help underserved populations experience the arts and attend the theatre in the summer.
Sarasota OrchestraSponsorship: Farewell to Anu Tali, 2019$25,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratoryProject Nature Bridge$22,200 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
JoshProvides Epilepsy Assistance FoundationSeizure Detection & Monitoring Resources for Children and Young Adults with Epilepsy $9,800 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo pay for seizure detection and monitoring devices, including therapy dogs, in-home cameras and wrist watches.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Educators Rising Pilot$125,000 2/2/2018EducationTo launch the Educators Rising Initiative, which will recruit high school students to become teachers by offering Career and Technical Education and Dual Enrollment Courses.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationMental Health Environmental Scan$90,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo fund a mental health environmental scan in Sarasota County providing much-needed data to inform gaps and needs in the mental health system.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Sarasota County, 2018$65,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo seed the First 1,000 Days Project Fund to provide better access to the prenatal, newborn, and early childhood development care that gives babies and families a crucial opportunity to thrive.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensProject Nature Bridge$7,430 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Asolo Repertory TheatreProject Nature Bridge$3,611 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Project Nature Bridge$2,199 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesProject Nature Bridge$1,260 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Laurel Civic AssociationProject Nature Bridge$1,200 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyProject Nature Bridge$1,200 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2018$400,000 2/2/2018Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2018-19$100,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2018-19$55,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2018$50,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2018$50,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strength Jewish community connections.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2018-19$50,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2018$50,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2018-19$30,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship: 2018-19$30,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2018-19$30,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2018$25,000 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2018$25,000 2/2/2018EducationTo support the Science Minors Club, which provides after-school learning opportunities to more than 12,000 elementary school students.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2018$20,000 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2018-19$12,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2018$10,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2018$10,000 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2018$10,000 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2018$8,000 2/2/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Alan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2018$5,000 2/2/2018Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2018$5,000 2/2/2018EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2018$3,000 2/2/2018EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2018$2,500 2/2/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: Teacher Celebration on February 1, 2018$6,995 3/15/2018EducationTo support the STEMsmart and TechActive teacher celebration.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationPost Hurricane Irma Community Collaboration Work $8,212 3/21/2018Humanitarian CausesTo subsidize the cost of a consulting services for an After Action Report detailing the nonprofit sector's disaster preparedness and recovery efforts surrounding Hurricane Irma.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Healthy Start Luncheon, 2018$2,500 3/28/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPowered by the Barancik Foundation - A Sustainability Demonstration Program$2,000,000 4/27/2018EnvironmentTo power Selby Gardens’ sustainability and greening focused master plan.
Ringling College of Art and DesignCharles & Margery Barancik Foundation Masterpiece Scholarship at Ringling College of Art and Design$1,000,000 4/27/2018EducationTo establish a Barancik Masterpiece Scholarship at Ringling College of Art & Design that will guarantee full tuition through graduation for one student every four years.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationThe Sarasota Memorial Cancer Institute's Patient Navigation Program$680,540 4/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support patient navigators who will guide patients through the complex continuum of cancer care and road to recovery.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyTake Stock in 21st Century Learning$100,000 4/27/2018EducationTo support a community-based scholarship and mentoring program that helps close the achievement gap for low-income students in hopes of breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties2018 Club At Night Program and Summer Program Enrichment at the Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club$85,000 4/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support two programs that offer youth a safe place and positive guidance at the Roy McBean Club in Newtown.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationWorkforce Support Program$75,000 4/27/2018EducationTo support CareerEdge, a workforce development initiative.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2018$50,000 4/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
Big Waters Land TrustYouth in Nature Initiative, 2018$50,000 4/27/2018EnvironmentTo continue the Youth in Nature program for a second year.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2018$50,000 4/27/2018EducationFor the 2018 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization’s educational and character-building programs.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationFunder's Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities$75,000 4/27/2018EnvironmentMatching grant to support Partners for Places, a project to create financial savings for area nonprofits through energy and water efficiency improvements.
Sarasota County SchoolsTeacher Training Day$1,500 6/26/2018EducationTo provide food for teachers who attended the 2018 Exceptional Student Education Institute at Suncoast Technical College.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2019$5,000 7/11/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Multicultural Health InstituteMHI Community Elevation Initiative$45,000 7/26/2018EducationTo support capacity building efforts at the organization.
Sarasota County SchoolsCrisis Text Line HERE4U: Spreading Hope$14,300 7/26/2018EducationTo implement a Crisis Text Line awareness campaign in Sarasota middle and high schools so that students are aware that help is immediately available 24/7.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyCreation Stations Powered by Barancik Foundation$947,544 7/27/2018EducationTo establish “creation stations” at eight libraries, provide a capping grant on an outreach endowment, and support creation station personnel costs.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesArcadia Program Funding Match$450,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo match dollar-for-dollar all monies raised to support programming at the new Arcadia Boys & Girls Clubs up to $400,000.
Sarasota County SchoolsClosing the Literacy Gap$251,759 7/27/2018EducationTo support training for teacher teams focused on bridging the literacy gap between elementary and middle school.
Harvest HouseTransformational Services for Families and Youth$240,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to champion hope and transform lives by revitalizing neighborhoods and providing service-enriched housing programs.
First Step of SarasotaMothers and Infants Transitions Pilot Program$130,456 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mothers and Infants Program, a residential addiction recovery program.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationGCCF Initiative: Unaccompanied Homeless Youth$100,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the coordination of specialized services to meet the unique needs of the estimated 400 to 600 unaccompanied homeless youth in Sarasota County.
Sarasota County SchoolsInnovative High School Intensive Language Arts Classrooms$97,000 7/27/2018EducationTo pilot a program focused on improving Intensive Language Arts classes for high school students not reading at grade-level.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyFuture Ready: Life, Career, College for Sarasota County Students$60,000 7/27/2018EducationTo support the Future Ready Initiative to expand career-and-college centers at North Port High School and Riverview High School.
University of Florida FoundationElevating the Teaching Profession$30,000 7/27/2018EducationTo support the Center for Public Interest Communication’s work on lifting the teaching profession as part of Barancik Foundation’s Teacher Recruitment|Retention Initiative.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyShirley A. Ritchey Endowment Fund Campaign – 30th Anniversary$30,000 7/27/2018EducationTo celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Shirley A. Ritchey Endowment Fund. The fund provides annual operating support for the organization.
United Way SuncoastFinal Transition of 211 Services to Heart of Florida United Way$26,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the final transition of 211 services to Heart of Florida United Way.
The Twig CaresThe Twig Cares$25,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo meet the needs of the foster care community.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Sarasota County, 2018$200,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the First 1,000 Days Project Fund to provide better access to the prenatal, newborn, and early childhood development care that gives babies and families a crucial opportunity to thrive.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2019$25,000 7/27/2018EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2019$10,000 7/27/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2019$10,000 7/27/2018Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2019$6,000 7/27/2018EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2019$5,500 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2019$5,000 7/27/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the 2019 Embracing Our Difference art exhibit. The organization uses the power of art to expand consciousness and open the heart to celebrate the diversity of the human family.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2019$5,000 7/27/2018EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSteve Seidensticker Memorial Fund for Miss Susie's$10,000 8/16/2018Humanitarian CausesA gift to the Steve Seidensticker Memorial Fund for Miss Susie's Restaurant.
Harvest HouseSponsorship: American Soldier Solo Show, 2018$5,000 9/21/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Breakfast of Champions, 2018$1,000 9/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Housing Funding CorporationLofts on Lemon Hometown Heroes$2,000,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the Lofts on Lemon affordable housing project, specifically units for Sarasota County teachers, law enforcement, and other first responders.
CenterPlace HealthA Request to Cover Expenses Incurred in Establishing a Health Center$667,440 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo pay off debt incurred by the organization during its application process to become the community's Federally Qualified Health Center.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastUnrestricted Grant Application$500,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesAn unrestricted grant to support the organization's mission of empowering individuals and families toward self-sufficiency.
Manatee Community Foundation12th Judicial Circuit Foster Care: Sustaining Grant$240,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo continue and expand the Foster Care Initiative work in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
The Academy at GlengaryReaching Underserved Populations$182,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo expand employment opportunities for adults with mental illness. Barancik Foundation funding will be used to increase outreach efforts.
Children's Guardian FundA Voice for Every Child$100,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's mission and provide funds to recruit and train new volunteers.
State College of Florida FoundationBarancik Foundation Early Educators$100,000 10/26/2018EducationTo assist those pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education.
Soar Learning CenterSoar Learning Center, Inc.$100,000 10/26/2018EducationTo help cover operational/programmatic expenses during the organization’s first year in a new 3,000-square foot facility.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaEarly Childhood Education Professional Development Strategy$94,502 10/26/2018EducationTo expand and improve early education programming. Through a partnership with State College of Florida, student’s pursuing careers in education will participate in paid internships.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaPeer Education Pilot Program & Access to Affordable Prevention Health Care$90,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo help offset costs of providing high-quality, affordable health care, birth control, cancer screening, and sexually-transmitted disease testing and treatment, and to provide peer education.
UnidosNowUnidosNow - Future Leaders Academy$75,000 10/26/2018EducationTo support the Future Leaders Academy.
Dogs Inc.Intro to Guide Dogs Camp$50,000 10/26/2018EducationTo support the Intro to Guide Dogs Camp and provide the opportunity for 40 visually-impaired teenagers and their families to explore the world of guide dog ownership during day and overnight camps.
Sarasota Manatee Association For Riding TherapySuccession Planning - The Future of SMART's Therapeutic Carriage Driving Program$34,550 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo support the Therapeutic Carriage Driving program and open up the healing power of horses to those who may be unable to participate in other programming.
Sarasota Performing Arts Center FoundationMaking Artistic and Inspiring Narratives Project $28,120 10/26/2018Arts and CultureTo support a six-day workshop on the concepts, themes, and characters of “The Lion King.”
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Mental Health Environmental Scan, 2018$350,000 10/26/2018Humanitarian CausesTo establish a project fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation to address mental health issues in Sarasota County.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment | Retention, 2018$250,000 10/26/2018EducationTo establish a project fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation to support efforts that attract or retain Sarasota County teachers and to elevate the teaching profession.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySolar and Conservation Initiative Pilot Completion$130,000 10/26/2018EnvironmentTo upgrade the electrical system at the organization to ensure that the previously funded solar panels deliver maximum energy savings to the nonprofit.
The Bay Park ConservancyBayfront Wetlands, Bayou and Mangroves Restoration$940,000 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo support wetlands, bayou, and mangrove restoration.
Mote Marine LaboratoryDirectorship of the Red Tide Institute at Mote Marine Laboratory$751,487 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo fund the Directorship of the Red Tide Institute. Mote recruited Dr. Cynthia Heil, a widely respected red tide algal bloom expert, to lead the newly created institute.
All Faiths Food BankPediatric Food Insecurity Screening Project$674,628 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support a three-year pilot to reduce childhood hunger and its negative health effects.
Legal Aid of ManasotaLegal Lifeline for Youth in Foster Care and Aging-Out$539,340 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo fund the Legal Lifeline pilot program to assist youth in foster care as they navigate the legal system.
Florida State University Research FoundationBuilding a Well-Trained Clinical Workforce in the 12th Judicial Circuit: FSU Learning Collaborative$303,843 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo provide trauma-informed care training for up to 30 local infant mental health experts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodEvery Child Deserves A Chance$300,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo hire mental health clinicians for the Starfish Academy to treat emotional, behavioral and relationship trauma in children six and younger.
Forty Carrots Family CenterOpportunity Grant for new programs, staffing and enhancements as needed to fill community needs$300,000 2/1/2019EducationTo support the organization’s mission and expand its parent education, mental health and early childhood education programs.
Parenting MattersParenting Matters in Sarasota and Manatee Counties$240,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo provide operational support and expanded its parent education programming in Sarasota County.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesClub At Night Program Expansion$100,728 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo expand the Club at Night Program to run year-round at the Roy McBean and Lee Wetherington Clubs.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSuncoast Rapid Rehousing Program$100,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the St. Vincent DePaul Suncoast Rapid Rehousing Program, which quickly connects chronically homeless adults to permanent housing, case management and financial assistance.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoMuseum of Science and Industry - Summer Learning Program$75,000 2/1/2019EducationTo support the after-school science education program and fund museum staff to travel to Sarasota to conduct train-the-trainer sessions with local youth science educators.
Mothers Helping MothersIncreasing Operational Efficiency$19,159 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo increase the organization's operational efficiency.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2019$400,000 2/1/2019Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2019-20$100,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2019-20$55,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2019$50,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2019$50,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strength Jewish community connections.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2019$50,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesFor the 2019 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization’s educational and character-building programs.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2019$50,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2019-20$50,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2019$50,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2019-20$30,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2019-20$30,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2019-20$30,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2019$25,000 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2019$25,000 2/1/2019EducationTo support the after-school science education program and fund museum staff to travel to Sarasota to conduct train-the-trainer sessions with local youth science educators.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2019$20,000 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2019-20$12,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2019$10,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2019$10,000 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2019$10,000 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2019$8,000 2/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Alan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2019$5,000 2/1/2019Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2019$5,000 2/1/2019EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2019$3,500 2/1/2019EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2019$2,500 2/1/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Forty Carrots Family CenterSponsorship: Firefly Gala, 2019$5,250 2/7/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: President Larry Thompson's 20th Anniversary Celebration$2,500 2/20/2019EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: People’s Choice Award for the Student Film Contest, 2019$5,000 2/26/2019EducationTo support the People's Choice Award for the 2019 Student Film Contest.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2020$10,000 4/12/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Suncoast Partnership to End HomelessnessSOAR Team$562,080 4/24/2019Humanitarian CausesTo pilot the SOAR Team program to connect homeless individuals with available resources and benefits.
The Bay Park ConservancyBay Park Conservancy Capacity Building$300,000 4/24/2019EnvironmentTo build capacity within the new organization and support fundraising efforts.
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital FoundationImpacting Care for Children:Enhancing Advocacy and Community Partnerships $235,698 4/24/2019Humanitarian CausesTo provide start-up funding for a social worker to mentor families and connect them to non-medical supports.
Project 180 SarasotaProject 180 Residential Program Home Purchase$230,000 4/24/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support expenses related to acquiring and maintaining property for the organization's Residential Program.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountyDr. Washington Clark Hill Endowment Fund$200,000 4/24/2019Humanitarian CausesTo establish the Dr. Washington Clark Hill Endowment Fund to support the organization in perpetuity.
Sarasota County SchoolsContinuing to Innovate in Our High School Intensive Language Arts Classrooms$157,000 4/24/2019EducationTo fully execute and complete the High School Intensive Language Arts Classroom project, improving classes for high school students not reading at grade-level.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationWorkforce Support Program$75,000 4/24/2019EducationTo support CareerEdge, a workforce development initiative.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensProject Nature Bridge 2.0$56,435 4/24/2019EnvironmentTo support Project Nature Bridge, an environmental program for youth.
Sarasota County SchoolsExtending Reading Recovery Literacy Toolkits to ALL K/1 Teachers$36,214 4/24/2019EducationTo purchase supplies to create Reading Recovery multisensory literacy kits to be used in kindergarten and first grade classrooms.
Sarasota Housing Funding CorporationSponsorship: State Conference Book Donation$1,000 4/29/2019Humanitarian CausesTo provide books for attendees of the 2019 Florida Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials Statewide Conference.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Special Recognition Award to the Teen Program in honor of Suriya Khong$10,000 5/16/2019Humanitarian CausesSpecial Recognition Award to the Teen Program in honor of Suriya Khong
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: Barancik PINC Scholars, 2019$10,000 6/19/2019EducationTo establish and sponsor the Barancik PINC Scholars program, to scholarship 10 students and 10 teachers that the students select to attend the day-long speaker and creativity event, PINC.
Girl Scouts Of Gulfcoast FloridaSponsorship: Denim and Pearls, 2019$750 6/24/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAsolo Repertory Theatre: Staging Our Future Endowment Funding$1,000,000 7/26/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s Staging Our Future Endowment Funding Campaign.
Mothers Helping MothersFacility Expansion Matching Grant$325,000 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s facility and program expansion through purchasing the building located at 5933 North Washington Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34243.
Harvest HouseTransformational Services$300,000 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission and programs.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyBuilding a Network of Strength and Resiliency for Girls and Families$275,000 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s efforts to build a network of strength and resiliency for girls and families.
Sarasota County SchoolsClosing the Literacy Gap: The Sequel$221,942 7/26/2019EducationTo support the district’s efforts to improve English Language Arts proficiency for students in 2nd through 7th grade.
Sarasota Bay WatchRestoring Native Clams in Sarasota Bay$106,000 7/26/2019EnvironmentTo support the organization’s efforts to clean and restore Sarasota Bay through harvesting native clams.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCommunity Based Strategic Planning Training$7,900 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo host a Community Based Strategic Planning Training for First 1,000 Days partners.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2020$25,000 7/26/2019EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2020$10,000 7/26/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2020$10,000 7/26/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2020$8,000 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2020$6,000 7/26/2019EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2020$5,500 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2020$5,000 7/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the 2020 Embracing Our Difference art exhibit. The organization uses the power of art to expand consciousness and open the heart to celebrate the diversity of the human family.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2020$5,000 7/26/2019EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Opening Gala, 2019$5,000 8/5/2019Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: 40th Anniversary Gala$2,500 10/9/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Laurel Civic Association50-50-50 Challenge Grant Campaign$5,000 10/16/2019Humanitarian CausesTo provide a $5,000 matching grant opportunity for organization.
Children FirstExpansion of Family Strengthening Services$1,251,000 11/1/2019EducationTo expand parenting education, family advocacy and vocational coaching services to families whose children attend Children First.
Massachusetts General HospitalBuilding a Brain Healthy Gulf Coast & Beyond: Expanding the Footprint of the Brain Health Initiative$575,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo complete a brain health perception survey in the region in support of the innovative, Brain Health Institute.
Loveland CenterBridge the Gap$300,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's effort to reduce its waiting list and provide more individuals with disabilities access to high quality services.
Child Protection CenterEmpowering Children and Equipping Adults $300,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo prevent child abuse.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyBuilding a Collective Impact Model to Accelerate Postsecondary Progression$300,000 11/1/2019EducationTo build a network of partners to support student acceleration and persistence toward post-secondary education and certification.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota County2019 Barancik Scholars $150,000 11/1/2019EducationTo mentor and scholarship 10 youth, known as Barancik Scholars, to complete the Take Stock in Children program and pursue higher education post high school graduation.
UnidosNowFuture Leaders Academy: College and Career Readiness tracks$150,000 11/1/2019EducationTo develop and nurture the accomplishment of long-term academic, character and life goals for students through the Future Leaders Academy.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaAffordable Reproductive Health Care and Outreach Prevention Education - Sarasota County$130,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo educate youth on reproductive health and provide affordable access to health care.
Florida Policy InstitutePublic Policy and Fiscal Research in Education and Mental Health$100,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the the research of fiscal and legislative policies impacting public education and mental health.
Florida Studio TheatreFlorida Studio Theatre School$100,000 11/1/2019Arts and CultureTo help children discover new abilities and creativity through the theater.
Mental Health Community CenterAdults Managing Mental Health$75,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo build organizational capacity and enhance mental health services in Sarasota County.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Sarasota and Manatee CountiesNAMI Sarasota County - Building Our Future$50,000 11/1/2019Humanitarian CausesTo build the capacity of the organization and enhance mental health services in Sarasota County.
Brotherhood of Men Mentor GroupPositive Role Models$30,000 11/1/2019EducationTo mentor young men and support their character and academic development.
Better Futures FoundationBetter Futures Foundation | General Program Support$15,500 11/1/2019EducationTo deliver education on the Holocaust to students in Sarasota County Schools.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment | Retention, 2019$200,000 11/1/2019EducationTo help recruit and retain high-quality teachers.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationJoint Initiative: Partners for Green Places, 2019$50,000 11/1/2019EnvironmentTo support independent evaluation of the energy and water efficiency initiative, Partners for Green Places.
Women's Resource CenterSponsorship: Voice + Visibility Summit, 2020$4,000 11/26/2019Humanitarian CausesA grant is to empower women, expand networks & opportunities and elevate the voices of diverse women through the 2020 Voice + Visibility Summit.
UnidosNowSponsorship: Voice + Visibility Summit, 2020$4,000 11/26/2019Humanitarian CausesTo empower women, expand networks & opportunities and elevate the voices of diverse women through the 2020 Voice + Visibility Summit.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountySponsorship: Glitz at the Ritz, 2020$2,500 12/13/2019Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's mission and fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Housing Funding CorporationSupporting Housing Affordability through Energy Efficiency$455,000 1/31/2020EnvironmentTo support a partnership of the Sarasota Housing Authority and Sarasota County to decrease electricity bills and increase air quality, health, and economic self-sufficiency for low-income residents.
Florida Center for Children & YouthOutreach and Crisis Response Teams in Sarasota$91,862 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the More Too Life Human Trafficking Outreach and Crisis Response Teams in Sarasota County to respond to victims of sexual trafficking.
Safe Children CoalitionDevelopment Capacity Building for start-up years as a newly transformed nonprofit$503,294 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesA three-year grant to the region's leading foster care agency, Safe Children Coalition, to build professional capacity in the areas of fundraising and development.
New College FoundationBarancik Foundation Leadership Scholars $500,000 1/31/2020EducationEstablishing the Barancik Foundation Leadership Scholars program at New College Foundation to attract and retain high-achieving, low-income students from Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSuncoast Rapid Rehousing Program$350,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the Suncoast Rapid Rehousing Program with St. Vincent de Paul, which quickly connects chronically homeless adults to permanent housing, case management and financial assistance.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastChanging Lives Forever through Mental Health and Human Services$300,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support mental health and human services programming.
First Step of SarasotaElectronic Health Records Conversion$285,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo enhance mental health services through the professional integration of electronic medical records.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoSummer Learning Program and Train-the-Trainer $100,000 1/31/2020EducationTo bring world-class STEM education to Sarasota through a train-the-trainer partnership.
Sarasota County SchoolsModern Band$75,315 1/31/2020EducationTo expand music programming and pilot the Kids Rock modern band program in Sarasota County schools.
Dogs Inc.Outreach Coordinator for Children and Teens Program$50,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo hire an Outreach Coordinator to promote the organization’s Children and Teens Program, which helps visually impaired teenagers gain their independence.
Truly ValuedMentoring for Teen Girls$25,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support a mentorship program that builds self-esteem and resilience in young ladies living in high-risk neighborhoods or foster care
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2020$400,000 1/31/2020Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2020-21$100,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2020-21$60,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2020$50,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strengthen Jewish community connections.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2020$50,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesFor the 2020 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization's educational and character-building programs.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2020$50,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2020$50,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2020-21$50,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2020$50,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2020-21$30,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2020-21$30,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2020-21$30,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2020$25,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2020-21$20,000 1/31/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2020$15,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2020-21$12,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2020$10,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2020$10,000 1/31/2020EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2020$10,000 1/31/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2020$10,000 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2020$5,000 1/31/2020Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Center for Family PhilanthropyAnnual Support, 2020$5,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2020$5,000 1/31/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2020$3,500 1/31/2020EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2020$2,500 1/31/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Mental Health, 2020$500,000 1/31/2020Humanitarian CausesTo address top recommendations from the mental health workgroups in Sarasota County.
The Twig CaresSponsorship: 2nd Annual A Taste for the Twig$3,100 2/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's mission and fundraising efforts.
Jacksonville Public Education FundSponsorship: 2020 Impact Florida Education Summit$3,000 2/21/2020EducationTo empower education leaders across the state of Florida.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationJoint Initiative: COVID-19 Response Initiative, 2020$500,000 3/20/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support nonprofit capacity to respond to pressing economic, social, and emotional needs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
CenterPlace HealthCPH Emergency Funding Request$375,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo provide general support related to COVID-19.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaKeeping The SKY Family YMCA strong so that the Y can continue Early Childhood Education programs$285,000 5/1/2020EducationTo continue their leadership in providing early childhood education and programing for essential employees and front-line responders while school campuses remain closed.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCollaboration for Success$250,000 5/1/2020Environment$250,000 in funding to support the accelerated transition of Historical Spanish Point under the administration of Selby Gardens due to the pandemic-induced economic fallout.
Harvest HouseCrisis Response Funding$200,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo provide homeless families, veterans, and unaccompanied youth with service-enriched housing and financial assistance.
Florida West Coast Public BroadcastingWEDU PBS At-Home Learning$200,000 5/1/2020EducationTo support the organization’s publicly broadcasted at-home learning programming for children, parents, and teachers
UnidosNowKeeping the Dream Alive$150,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo provide support for program participants and their families to help with economic stability and student success.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationCareerEdge$150,000 5/1/2020EducationTo offer and incentivize on-the-job training, internships, and fast-track vocational training so displaced and underemployed workers gain skills and wages.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodFunding needed to continue critical services during the COVID-19 crisis$125,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo continue to provide critical childcare services during the COVID-19 crisis and ensure highly-trained mental health therapists remain available to help families in need.
Children FirstStabilizing At-Risk Children and Families$125,000 5/1/2020EducationTo allow the organization to remain operationally and fiscally resilient in order to serve the families who rely on them.
Women's Resource CenterSupporting Unemployed Women$100,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo meet the rising demand of employment and case management services and build the organization’s capacity for serving the Latina population.
Teen Court Of SarasotaUnexpected Needs of Teen Court Families$100,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo meet the unforeseen needs of Teen Court clients and families, including mental health counseling, financial assistance, transportation and other identified needs.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyKeeping Girls Inc. Strong, Smart and Bold during COVID-19$100,000 5/1/2020EducationTo remain operationally resilient as families turn to the organization for extra support due to unemployment and related hardships.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountyMaintaining Care Coordination for Mothers and Babies$30,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo maintain the organization’s efforts in coordinating and conducting virtual visitations for low-income mothers and their newborns.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyCOVID-19 Operational Support for Virtual Operations$25,000 5/1/2020EducationTo provide support for the organization to continue its operations and help their students and families navigate through challenges created by the pandemic.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Emergency Responder Initiative, 2020$100,000 5/1/2020Humanitarian CausesTo establish the Barancik Emergency Responder Initiative Project Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2021$5,000 5/5/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoCOVID-19 Response$100,000 5/5/2020EducationTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Asolo Repertory TheatreCOVID-19 Response$100,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Sarasota OrchestraCOVID-19 Response$60,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
The Sarasota BalletCOVID-19 Response$50,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Ravinia Festival AssociationCOVID-19 Response$50,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Chicago Botanic GardenCOVID-19 Response$25,000 5/5/2020EnvironmentTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Sarasota Opera AssociationCOVID-19 Response$12,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationCOVID-19 Response$10,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
Embracing Our DifferencesCOVID-19 Response$5,000 5/5/2020Arts and CultureTo provide extra support for the organization's operations due to the impact of COVID-19.
State College of Florida FoundationSponsorship: Virtual Scholarship Luncheon, 2020$10,000 7/29/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodIn honor of Kathryn Shea’s Years of Leadership and Retirement$10,000 8/19/2020Humanitarian CausesIn honor of Kathryn Shea’s years of leadership and retirement.
Centerstone of FloridaPsychiatric Residency Program$500,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's Psychiatric Residency Program.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationJoint Initiative: COVID-19 Response Initiative, 2020$400,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support nonprofit capacity to respond to pressing economic, social and emotional needs in the community caused from the virus.
The Twig CaresTwig Expansion$350,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization as it expands its support for foster families further into the county.
Forty Carrots Family CenterCommunity Need Grant: Mental Health, Parenting Education, Early Childhood Education$300,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo address community needs in mental health, parenting education, and early childhood education.
Ringling College of Art and DesignOvercoming Barriers to Access$253,640 8/21/2020Arts and CultureTo support the Overcoming Barriers to Access program.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesReliable Flexibility$250,000 8/21/2020EducationTo provide flexible funding for the organization to meet the needs of its members and families.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountyJoint Initiative: Partners for Green Places Solar Loan Impact Fund $140,000 8/21/2020EnvironmentTo support the Solar Loan Impact Fund to provide no/low-interest rate loans to solarize nonprofits.
Learning Independence For TomorrowLiFT Assist$118,973 8/21/2020EducationTo support efforts in helping students with neuro-diversities reach their full potential.
Second Chance Last OpportunityOpportunity Funding$75,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo provide support for the organization to effectively meet the needs of its community.
My Warriors PlaceOperation Growth Spurt$50,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo provide capacity building support for the organization.
Laurel Civic AssociationOrganizational Capacity Building for Laurel Civic$50,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo invest in the leadership and capacity of the organization to build the equity of the community they serve.
Soar Learning CenterSOAR Enhancement Program$50,000 8/21/2020EducationTo provide extra investment into neighborhood education centers and reduce the achievement gap.
Links to SuccessNext Level Support$50,000 8/21/2020EducationTo build the capacity of the organization to focus on the educational success of the region's most vulnerable students.
Sunshine Community CompostClosing the Loop on "Waste" by Expanding Community Compost Services in Sarasota$30,000 8/21/2020EnvironmentTo support efforts to build a regional composting model in Sarasota County.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2021$25,000 8/21/2020EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2021$10,000 8/21/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2021$10,000 8/21/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2021$8,000 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2021$6,000 8/21/2020EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2021$5,500 8/21/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2021$5,000 8/21/2020EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Opening Gala, 2020$5,000 8/21/2020Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
New College FoundationSponsorship: Visions of the Black Experience Film Festival, 2020$4,000 10/12/2020EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Women's Resource CenterSponsorship: Wonder Women Collective, 2020$2,500 10/20/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun CoastEnd the Wait$405,000 11/20/2020EducationTo support the End the Wait program.
CenterPlace HealthExpansion of Services, Technology, and Infrastructure$345,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesFor expansion of services, technology, and infrastructure.
UnidosNowFuture Leaders Academy: College Prep and Career Readiness$300,000 11/20/2020Educationto support the Future Leaders Academy for two years.
Science and Environment Council of Southwest FloridaEnvironmental Action Toolkit: Citizen Solutions for Food, Waste, Water, Energy, and Nature$284,240 11/20/2020EnvironmentTo create an Environmental Action Toolkit.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationOpportunities for All$250,000 11/20/2020EducationTo support the Opportunities for All program.
Restore GlobalSarasota County Regional Expansion$150,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesFor its Sarasota County regional expansion.
Florida Policy InstitutePublic Policy Research in Early Learning, Education, Health and Social Safety Net $150,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesFor public policy research in early learning, education, health and social safety net.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyFlorida Prepaid Scholarships$150,000 11/20/2020EducationTo provide scholarships to Sarasota County students.
Booker Promise FoundationFlorida Prepaid Scholarships$150,000 11/20/2020EducationTo provide scholarships to Booker High School students.
Hershorin Schiff Community Day SchoolBeyond Scholarships$150,000 11/20/2020EducationTo support the Beyond Scholarships program.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota County2021 Barancik Scholars$149,600 11/20/2020EducationTo support our 2021 Barancik Scholars.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaAffordable Health Care and Outreach Education Programs in Sarasota County $130,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian Causesfor affordable healthcare and outreach education programs in Sarasota County.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Early Learning, 2020$100,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesTo establish an Early Learning Initiative Project Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation.
Sarasota Performing Arts Center FoundationVan Wezel Education Programming and Partnership Expansion $90,000 11/20/2020Arts and CultureFor education programming and partnership expansion.
Operation Warrior ResolutionBridging the Gap$75,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesTo support the Bridging the Gap plan.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Collaborative Journalism Initiative, 2020$75,000 11/20/2020Humanitarian CausesTo establish a Collaborative Journalism Initiative Project Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation.
Florida Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Florida Prosperity Summit, 2021$10,000 1/4/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2021$5,000 1/4/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
First Step of SarasotaSupport and Implementation of First Step's Strategic Plan $750,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo strengthen key health and human service programs that are on the front lines of navigating families through crisis.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Sarasota County Sustainability Plan, 2021$500,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo improve access and coordination of services for families and babies and incentivize additional philanthropic gifts to the initiative.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodInfant and Early Childhood Services and Supports$450,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesFor Infant and Early Childhood Services and Supports.
Gulfcoast Legal ServicesAccess to Justice Sarasota$338,480 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesFor the Access to Justice Sarasota program to provide free, comprehensive civil legal aid to vulnerable populations.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAsolo Rep Education & Engagement: Theatre for All Programming$250,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo further Asolo Rep’s commitment to ensuring our community’s young people, from all backgrounds, can experience the power of live theatre and artistic education.
State College of Florida FoundationState College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Baccalaureate Education Degrees$217,767 2/19/2021EducationTo support Baccalaureate Education Degree expenses and strengthen the pipeline of aspiring educators in our community.
Florida State University FoundationPre-Med Mentoring & Academic Enrichment Program in Sarasota County$200,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the Pre-Med Mentoring and Academic Enrichment Program in Sarasota County.
Impact FloridaEffective Professional Learning for ELA Implementation Cadre$200,000 2/19/2021EducationFor Effective Professional Learning for ELA Implementation Cadre.
The Multicultural Health InstitutePrescription self-help$150,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support equal healthcare access for individuals who are traditionally uninsured and receive a poor quality of care.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Sarasota and Manatee CountiesGrowing Community Mental Health Support in 2021$114,926 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo strengthen key health and human service programs that are on the front lines of navigating families through crisis.
Sunshine Community CompostStart-up Community Compost Services for Sunshine$105,500 2/19/2021EnvironmentTo expand community compost services.
Tidewell FoundationTidewell's Blue Butterfly Mobile Outreach $100,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support helping grieving children and teens through peer-support groups, activities, and counseling. 
Embracing Our DifferencesEmbracing Our Differences Professional Development Program$100,000 2/19/2021EducationTo further Embracing Our Difference's efforts in providing quality cultural education in our region's classrooms.
Children First60th Anniversary Challenge Match$60,000 2/19/2021EducationFor Children First's 60th Anniversary Challenge Match.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2021$400,000 2/19/2021Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2021$200,000 2/19/2021EducationTo bring world-class STEM education to Sarasota through a train-the-trainer partnership.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2021-22$200,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2021-22$120,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2021-2022 Artistic Season$100,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2021$100,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2021$50,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesFor the 2021 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization's educational and character-building programs.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2021$50,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2021$50,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2021$50,000 2/19/2021EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by provide $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the “Ripple Effect” in the school system.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2021$50,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2021-22$30,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2021-22$30,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2021-22$30,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-Manatee Annual Support, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s mission to provide basic human services to Jews and others in need, create Jewish experiences, and strengthen Jewish community connections.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2021$25,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2021-22$24,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2021-22$20,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2021$20,000 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2021$15,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2021$10,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program, 2021$10,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2021$10,000 2/19/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2021$10,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2022$10,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2021$5,000 2/19/2021Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Center for Family PhilanthropyAnnual Support, 2021$5,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2021$5,000 2/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2021$3,500 2/19/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2021$2,500 2/19/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff Hoffman's Charitable Fund$25,000 2/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support grassroots community-building efforts that make Sarasota County’s neighborhoods stronger and safer.
New College FoundationSponsorship: The O'Shea Formula$10,000 3/19/2021EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Suncoast Aquatic Nature Center AssociatesEmbracing Our Differences Public Art Exhibition and Outreach at Nathan Benderson Park$35,000 3/30/2021Arts and CultureTo support the 2021 Embracing Our Differences exhibit encore at Nathan Benderson Park.
CenterPlace HealthCOVID Coordination$10,000 4/22/2021Humanitarian CausesTo help reduce the spread of COVID.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: Mind Matters Education Symposium, 2021$5,000 5/5/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Easterseals Southwest FloridaAnswering a Critical Community Call: The Autism Center of Excellence$421,500 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesTo provide support for the creation of the Autism Center of Excellence.
All Star Children's FoundationBuilding Brighter Futures for Children and Families in Foster Care$250,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesTo provide trauma-informed foster care services in Sarasota.
The HavenConstruction of New Residential Group Home for Adults with Developmental Disabilities$250,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesFor matching opportunities toward the construction of a new residential group home for adults with developmental disabilities.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeOvercoming Re-entry Barriers$225,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesTo fill gaps identified by re-entry navigators, add mental health capacity, and supplement funding for critical expenses as individuals transition out of the justice system.
Women's Resource CenterSupport and Access to Mental Health Services $150,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesTo increase access to affordable care and provide counseling services to their clients, as well as those from referring agencies.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Health Equity Initiative, 2021$150,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesFunding to begin Health Equity Initiative.
Hermitage Artist RetreatArtist Impact SRQ$150,000 5/20/2021Arts and CultureTo build on and promote past success, allow more diverse artists to come to Sarasota, and expand opportunities for connections with the community.
Resilient RetreatHealing the Impact of Trauma Through Program Expansion$125,000 5/20/2021Humanitarian CausesTo build capacity and provide trauma-informed care training and therapies for groups and individuals in the community.
Suncoast Black Arts CollaborativeSyllabus of Color$106,700 5/20/2021EducationTo enhance partnerships with our schools and other organizations committed to developing relevant arts curriculum and experiences for students of color.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Project Nature Bridge 3.0, 2021$100,000 5/20/2021EnvironmentInitiative to prove that nature is for everybody.
Florida West Coast Public BroadcastingWEDU PBS At-Home Learning$100,000 5/20/2021EducationTo support the organization’s publicly broadcasted at-home learning programming for children, parents, and teachers
New College FoundationImproving College Degree Pathways for High School and Transfer Students$73,737 5/20/2021EducationTo support a series of college essay writing workshops for students pursuing post-secondary education. Funds will also be used to attract, support, and retain transfer students.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterPara el Futuro$71,000 5/20/2021Arts and CultureTo support the Para el Futuro project, which aims to bring the community together using diverse cultural arts experiences. Funds will also be used to support the organization as they safely reopen.
Southface InstituteEnhancing economic, social and environmental wellbeing through regenerative practices and policies$50,000 5/20/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization as it works in Sarasota to promote sustainable homes, workplaces, and communities through education, research, advocacy, and technical assistance.
Suncoast Science CenterTransforming Education through Peer Learning$50,000 5/20/2021EducationTo increase funds for scholarship opportunities and increase the Center’s free outreach to nonprofits and Title 1 schools.
Brotherhood of Men Mentor GroupGeneral Operating Support 2021$30,000 5/20/2021EducationTo support mentorship and positive role models for young men in Newtown.
J5 ExperienceInspire, Advocate, and Educate $25,000 5/20/2021EducationTo advocate for, inspire, and support single mothers and their daughters in the community.
Florida State University FoundationSponsorship: First 1,000 Days Florida 2021 & 2022 Summits$10,000 6/12/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored PeopleSponsorship: Freedom Fund Dinner, 2021$10,000 6/16/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Adventure For All CorporationSponsorship: Ride Together, Rise Together, 2021 $10,000 6/25/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Council Of Jewish WomenSponsorship: Women In Power 2022$2,500 6/25/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignCrossing the Finish Line Scholarship Fund, in honor Stacey Corley, Stacy Quaid and Lora Wey$5,000 8/3/2021EducationFor the Crossing the Finish Line Scholarship Fund.
Sarasota County SchoolsFrom Student Leader to School Leader and Reading Recovery Expansion$335,000 8/6/2021EducationTo support the Mapping the Journey from Student Leader to School Leader program and expand Reading Recovery.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationExcellence in Nursing During COVID and Beyond$400,000 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo create a nursing pipeline through the University of South Florida and provide mental wellness training for new and existing healthcare professionals.
Harvest HousePurpose Works Workforce Initiative$300,000 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesFor its Purpose Works Workforce Initiative to help those ready to reenter the workforce.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Emergency Responder Initiative, 2021$274,850 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support Longboat Key Police Department's three-year improvement plan.
Solutions To Avoid Red TideHealthy Pond Collaborative Sarasota$250,000 8/6/2021EnvironmentTo create a Healthy Pond Collaborative.
Senior Friendship CentersSustainable Solutions for Seniors$228,462 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesFor its Sustainable Solutions for Seniors program to create a revenue stream to support unpaid services for the neediest of clients.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyScholarship Portfolio Manager$225,000 8/6/2021EducationTo support the hiring of a Scholarship Portfolio Manager to connect scholars with community resources and academic opportunities.
More Too LifeHuman Trafficking Prevention, Education and Digital Advocacy $178,521 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support efforts to prevent human trafficking, advocate for survivors, and provide community education.
Equality Florida InstituteEquality Now$150,000 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the Equality Now program.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationCareerEdge Workforce Support – Bridges to Careers, On the Job Training & Internships $150,000 8/6/2021EducationTo support CareerEdge, which offers and incentivizes on-the-job training, internships, and fast-track vocational training so displaced and underemployed workers gain skills and wages.
Urbanite TheatreDiverse Theatremakers Initiative$75,000 8/6/2021Arts and CultureTo support its Diverse Threatremakers Initiative which aims to offer competitive wages to actors, designers, and playwrights of color and ensure underserved students can engage with the theatre.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2022$25,000 8/6/2021EducationTo support the college’s Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2022$10,000 8/6/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2022$10,000 8/6/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2022$8,000 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2022$6,500 8/6/2021EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Opening Gala, 2021$6,000 8/6/2021Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2022$5,500 8/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2022$5,000 8/6/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: 2021 Centennial Celebration$10,000 8/12/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
PEAK GrantmakingSponsorship: Organization Membership, 2021-22$2,750 8/19/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationCollaboration with Booker High School$10,000 8/25/2021Arts and CultureTo allow low-income high school students to attend the Opera.
The Multicultural Health InstituteSponsorship: 25th Anniversary Celebration$5,000 9/17/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Community Harvest SRQSponsorship: Sustainable Communities Workshop, 2021$3,000 9/21/2021EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Women's Resource CenterSponsorship: Wonder Women Collective, 2021$5,000 9/29/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountySponsorship: Glitz at the Ritz, 2022$10,000 10/6/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2022$5,000 10/13/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: Paddle Raise at Winter Gala, 2021$5,000 10/27/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Learn My History FoundationSponsorship: Inaugural Banquet Fundraiser, 2021$2,500 11/9/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Child Protection CenterCreating the Capacity for Hope$175,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesTo support the Creating the Capacity for Hope program.
State College of Florida FoundationAssociate of Nursing Evening & Weekend Degree Option$450,000 11/12/2021EducationTo development of an evening and weekend nursing program.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Emergency Responder - Law Enforcement Driving Simulator$240,000 11/12/2021EducationA grant to Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office to purchase two simulators and improve first responder driver safety.
CenterPlace HealthMobile Health and Vaccination Clinics$200,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesAddressing health disparities by outfitting mobile vans and supporting associated personnel.
Sarasota Performing Arts Center FoundationFoundation for the Future$200,000 11/12/2021EducationTo support the Foundation for the Future program.
Sarasota African American Cultural CoalitionCapacity Building for SAACC$200,000 11/12/2021Arts and CultureA grant to Sarasota African American Cultural Coalition for capacity building.
Florida Policy InstituteProviding Policy Research to Promote Shared Prosperity in Florida $150,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesUnrestricted funding to allow the organization to advance their mission and work.
Corrections FoundationMobile Supervision Unit$130,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesTo purchase a vehicle to be used for a mobile probation supervision team.
Second Heart HomesHousing Homeless Women$125,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesFor the Homeless Women project. Funding will help support a housing-first model and provide social services for women, while also allowing the organization to expand its operations.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Sarasota and Manatee CountiesTransition Needs to Improve Mental Health Support in Sarasota County$120,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesA grant for transitional support as the organizations merges and resutrcutres programs.
The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services CenterCampus Animator Position$101,612 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesFor the organization to hire a Campus Animator to help increase relationships and collaboration between the organization’s 17 human service tenants.
Ringling College of Art and DesignFree Day at the Sarasota Art Museum$100,000 11/12/2021Arts and CultureTo support the Sarasota Art Museum’s “free day” program. The program allows all members of the community, regardless of means, admission to enjoy art in the museum.
Westcoast Black Theatre TroupeEducation Program Expansion$100,000 11/12/2021Arts and CultureA grant to Westcoast Black Theater Troupe for expansion of its education programs.
Truly ValuedI Am Academy$40,000 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesFor programming support and capacity building.
Center For Effective PhilanthropyGrantee Perception Survey $29,465 11/12/2021Humanitarian CausesTo fund a grantee perception survey.
Light of the World International Outreach MinistriesSponsorship: A. Jean Battie Luncheon$2,000 1/6/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyIn support of our schools and teachers$10,000 1/20/2022EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum's Unconventional Evening$5,000 1/25/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Forty Carrots Family CenterGenerations of Change Campaign$1,000,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support increased access to child therapy and parent education services.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaRedefining Early Learning: Investing in the YMCA's Quality and Capacity$408,000 2/4/2022EducationTo increase the quality and capacity of its early learning academies.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationOpportunities for All 2022$320,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the help desk/navigator for small and minority-owned businesses in order for them to grow, while also pairing interns with local companies in the Sarasota/Manatee region.
Tikkun HaYam - Repair the SeaRepair the Sea$250,000 2/4/2022EnvironmentTo support the Repair the Sea program.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesReliable Flexible Funding$250,000 2/4/2022EducationFor flexible funding to support the organization’s operations, programming, and scholarships for students.
The Academy at GlengaryWellness Within Reach$200,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the Wellness Within Reach program and to help the organization expand into Manatee County.
Operation Warrior ResolutionOWR Force Protection$150,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide innovative, holistic mental-health treatments to veterans and their families, and to assist the organization in purchasing its own facility and hiring a Chief Clinical Officer.
Manatee Community FoundationStrategic Foundation Support in Manatee County$150,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesFunds will be used to support the operations of Manatee Community Foundation and Barancik Foundation work to create positive results in partnership with nonprofits and donors in Manatee County.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaSexual and Reproductive Health Care and Education in SRQ County $140,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support family planning and prevention services and expand the Peer Education Program for young adults.
Teen Court Of SarasotaTeen Court Effective Counsel$125,000 2/4/2022EducationTo help the organization build capacity and meet the needs of Teen Court clients and families through mental health counseling, financial assistance, transportation and other services.
FUNducationFull STEAM Ahead$120,000 2/4/2022EducationTo expand their work and expose more students of color to what’s possible in science, engineering, the arts, and math.
Sarasota Audubon SocietyQuad Parcels$100,000 2/4/2022EnvironmentTo advance conservation efforts at the Quad Parcels. Once completed, the Quad parcels will be used for educational and interpretive walks and talks on environmental issues facing Sarasota and beyond.
Meals on Wheels of SarasotaMeal Service Program for Homebound and Vulnerable Individuals$75,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support its meal service program for homebound and vulnerable individuals.
Links to SuccessClosing the Gaps for DeSoto Students$75,000 2/4/2022EducationFor efforts to support college and career readiness programs for students in DeSoto County. Funding will be used to build staff capacity and bolster community partnerships.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2022$400,000 2/4/2022Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2022$100,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2022-23$100,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2022-23$60,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2022$50,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesFor the 2022 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization’s educational and character-building programs.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2022$50,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2022$50,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
Sarasota County SchoolsRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2022$50,000 2/4/2022EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by providing $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the "Ripple Effect" in the school system.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2022-2023 Artistic Season$50,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2022$50,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2022-23$30,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2022-23$30,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2022-23$30,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-ManateeAnnual Support, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2022$25,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2022-23$20,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2022-23$20,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2022$15,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2022$10,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program, 2022$10,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2022$10,000 2/4/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2022$10,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2023$10,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2022$10,000 2/4/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2022$5,000 2/4/2022Medical ResearchTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2022$5,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2022$3,500 2/4/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
PEAK GrantmakingSponsorship: Organization Membership, 2022-23$2,750 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: Education Affinity Group Sponsorship, 2022$5,000 2/4/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Time to Inspire Margie’s Educators – The TIME Fellowship, 2022$300,000 2/4/2022EducationTo pilot the TIME Fellowship Program to recognize and retain teachers in Sarasota County.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Early Learning, 2022$206,393 2/4/2022EducationTo support Barancik Foundation and its key partners’ efforts to establish an early learning initiative.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing, Analysis, and Investment, 2022$26,000 2/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support affordable housing efforts in Sarasota County.
Impact FloridaSponsorship: Impact Florida Summit, 2022$2,500 2/9/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2022$500 2/17/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Truly ValuedSponsorship: Taste of New Orleans, 2022$5,000 3/8/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Policy InstituteCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing - Policy Analyst Position$175,000 3/25/2022Humanitarian CausesTo help explore local and state policies and practices that will increase availability of workforce housing.
Vickie O Heritage ProductionSponsorship: Newtown Spring Festival & Easter Celebration$2,500 4/4/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
UnidosNowSponsorship: NocheUnidos, 2022$10,000 4/5/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountyReducing Pain at the Pump Pilot Program, 2022$10,000 4/11/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankReducing Pain at the Pump Pilot Program, 2022$10,000 4/11/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankFood Insecurity Screening Expansion $2,496,581 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo expand food insecurity screening programs in Sarasota and DeSoto counties.
Mothers Helping MothersRemoving Barriers to Success$546,220 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo build a suite of wrap-around services at the organization’s Sarasota drop-in center.
Second Heart HomesSecond Heart Homes Expansion$300,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo Second Heart Homes to purchase additional homes to help address homelessness.
Hermitage Artist RetreatExpanding Capacity to Enhance Community Impact & Education Initiatives$300,000 5/12/2022Arts and CultureTo help the organization grow its capacity to deliver programming focused on community impact, education, and social justice.
Florida ACLUDefending Our Democracy & Dismantling Systemic Racism Through Strategic, Effective Public Education $250,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support research and policy work on civil rights and liberties that will benefit Sarasota County.
Suncoast Partnership to End HomelessnessFlexible Housing Fund$250,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness to establish a flexible housing fund.
Florida West Coast Public BroadcastingWEDU PBS - Multimedia Programming to Address Important Community Issues$250,000 5/12/2022Arts and CultureTo boost local programming that focuses on diversity, equity, community wellness, attainable housing, and civil rights.
Lighthouse Vision Loss Education CenterWhy Eye Care$132,141 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity expansion to better serve blind and visually impaired individuals.
ALSO YouthElevate and Celebrate$130,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo assist the organization in relocating their Manatee County service center.
New College FoundationSupporting High School and Transfer Students$103,341 5/12/2022EducationTo improve equity by helping area students aspire to and attain a bachelor’s degree.
Emerge SarasotaEmerge Stronger$100,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo improve the relationship between our community at large and Black and Indigenous young professionals.
Children's Guardian FundEmpowered Advocacy $100,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide unrestricted funding to help respond to children’s immediate and ongoing needs when they are removed from abusive or neglectful homes.
Solutions To Avoid Red TideHealthy Pond Collaborative Manatee$100,000 5/12/2022EnvironmentTo improve the quality of our waterways by emphasizing the reduction and flow of excess nutrients out of our ponds.
Sarasota County SchoolsSupporting the Arts Teachers$100,000 5/12/2022EducationTo provide unrestricted funding to help respond to children’s immediate and ongoing needs when they are removed from abusive or neglectful homes.
Dogs Inc.Children & Teens Program Support$75,000 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support its Children & Teens Program.
Gulf Coast Sports Group"A Lions Reach" Youth Mentoring Counselor/Ambassador Program $60,000 5/12/2022EducationTo support the "A Lions Reach" Youth Mentoring Counselor/Ambassador Program.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Technology and Incentive Funding to support Unite Us Expansion, 2022$70,821 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo expand the use of Unite Us among nonprofits in the region.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Health Equity, 2022$41,191 5/12/2022Humanitarian CausesAdditional funding for Health Equity Initiative.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment | Retention Plus, 2022$15,749 5/12/2022EducationTo support Barancik Foundation’s Teacher Recruitment | Retention initiative.
Early Learning Coalition Of Sarasota CountyCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Teacher Retention Bonus Program$103,005 5/13/2022EducationFinancial support for early learning professionals.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2022-23$5,000 5/13/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charitable Gift Planners of Southwest FloridaSponsorship: Wealth Transfer and Philanthropy Panel, 2022$500 5/22/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
More Too LifeSponsorship: Inspire Change Anniversary Event, 2022$5,000 5/31/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationPain at the Pump Program, 2022$100,000 6/3/2022Humanitarian CausesTo alleviate the significant increase in gas prices.
NAACP Empowerment ProgramsSponsorship: Freedom Fund Dinner, 2022$10,000 6/21/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeSponsorship: West Coast FL Civic Achievement Award Dinner, 2022$10,000 6/29/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central FloridaPPSWCF Contraceptive Access and Pregnancy Prevention Services$500,000 7/1/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide contraceptive access and pregnancy prevention services
All Faiths Food BankSponsorship: Autumn Harvest, 2022$10,000 7/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's produce programs that provide fresh fruit and vegetables to neighbors struggling with hunger.
The Bay Park ConservancySponsorship: 10 days at The Bay, 2022$10,000 7/20/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Adventure For All CorporationSponsorship: Ride Together, Rise Together, 2022$10,000 8/2/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
New College FoundationSponsorship: Clambake, 2022$10,000 8/10/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterSponsorship: Taste of Latin America, 2022$5,000 8/12/2022EducationTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
New York University - NYU Grossman School of MedicineCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention Plus - Evaluation$30,000 8/16/2022EducationTo evaluate Barancik Foundation's efforts to recruit and retain high-quality teachers.
Safe Children CoalitionSafe Children Coalition Youth Shelter$1,000,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the construction of a new youth shelter for children in foster care.
Chicago Zoological SocietyBottlenose Dolphins as Sentinels of Coastal Ecosystem Health, 2022$1,000,000 8/18/2022EnvironmentTo support the Sarasota Dolphin Research Program as it engages in conservation work to better understand and benefit the long-term resident dolphins of Sarasota Bay and our shared ecosystem.
Harvest HousePeople and Places: Investing in Foundational Growth$800,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization as it expands its facilities and service offerings.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyBuilding a Network of Strength and Resiliency for Girls and Families$610,630 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the Family Strengthening Program interventions.
Resilient RetreatStrategic Flexibility$600,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo expand mental health programs designed for first responders and helping professionals in the community.
Parenting MattersYou Matter Too$400,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo allow the organization to build capacity and expand services.
Lutheran Services FloridaComprehensive Services for Displaced Legal Residents$300,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo effectively support refugees by providing comprehensive and socially integrated services that are holistic, culturally competent, collaborative, and responsive to immediate needs.
Ringling College of Art and DesignFree Second Sundays and Education Outreach to Underserved Communities$262,273 8/18/2022Arts and CultureTo support thought-provoking exhibitions and hands-on activities during Sarasota Art Museum’s free Second Sundays programming.
Suncoast Partnership to End HomelessnessSuncoast Housing Collaborative $250,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo create a mitigation fund for landlords by offering financial assurances and incentives for lowering barriers and housing highly vulnerable individuals and families.
Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida2023 EcoSummit + Expo$250,000 8/18/2022EnvironmentTo support an Environmental Summit that convenes and engages our regional community in meaningful dialogue that motivates action on priority environmental challenges and solutions.
Minorities in Shark SciencesDiversifying Ocean Science$250,000 8/18/2022EducationTo promote diversity and inclusion efforts in marine science and conservation efforts.
Women's Resource CenterStability and Sustainability for Women and Families, 2022$225,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support their services and staff.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountyFamily Transitional Housing$200,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide case management and supportive housing for families.
Friends of Sarasota County ParksEducational Outreach Gardens: Demonstrating and Educating on Sustainable Horticultural Practices $150,000 8/18/2022EnvironmentTo support the Educational Outreach Gardens at Twin Lakes Park in Sarasota. These gardens focus on educating people about nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping that protect our ecosystem.
Beyond The SpectrumHelping Families Go Beyond$150,000 8/18/2022EducationTo help individuals and families in our community affected by autism, Down syndrome, and related developmental diagnoses.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationCareerEdge Funding$150,000 8/18/2022EducationTo support CareerEdge’s Bridges to Careers training program.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountyPrenatal and Postpartum Support and Education for Spanish-speaking women in Sarasota County - "Por ti y para tu bebe"$140,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support prenatal and postpartum support and education for Spanish-speaking women in Sarasota County.
Embracing Our DifferencesEmbracing Leverage$100,000 8/18/2022EducationTo expand education programming to serve more teachers and students in Sarasota and Manatee County schools and hire additional staff to support these projects.
Sarasota County SchoolsReading Recovery 2022 - 2023$56,622 8/18/2022EducationTo support the growth and sustainability of Sarasota’s Reading Recovery program.
Turning PointsCare Navigator Program$30,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's navigation program.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2023$25,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2023$25,000 8/18/2022EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2023$15,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2023$10,000 8/18/2022EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Annual Gala, 2023$10,000 8/18/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum's Annual Gala, 2022$10,000 8/18/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2023$10,000 8/18/2022Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2023$8,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2023$6,500 8/18/2022EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration Luncheon, 2023$6,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Palm Ball, 2023$5,000 8/18/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Time to Inspire Margie’s Educators – TIME Fellowship 2.0, 2022$317,500 8/18/2022EducationTo support the TIME Fellowship Program to recognize and retain teachers in Sarasota County.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationResults 1st: Moving from Activity to Results $50,000 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide nonprofit organizations with actionable tools they need to define, track, report, and significantly increase results for those they serve.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Navigating Away from Jail, 2022$21,628 8/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo establish a Recidivism Initiative to support work to prevent criminal reoffending in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff Hoffman's Charitable Fund, 2022$25,000 8/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff Hoffman's Charitable Fund, 2022$25,000 8/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support grassroots community-building efforts that make Sarasota County's neighborhoods stronger and safer.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - Unite Us Pilot/Tablets for Healthy Family Team$2,000 8/24/2022Humanitarian CausesTechnical support to expand use of Unite Us software.
Southface InstituteJoint Initiative: Partners for Green Places, Phase 2$600,000 8/25/2022EnvironmentTo conserve energy resources and help protect the environment.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Infant Mental health Consultation Model$350,000 8/25/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support preschool teachers in addressing the behavioral health needs of children.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Lights at Spooky Point Sponsorship, 2022$20,000 9/20/2022EducationSponsorship to allow early learning professionals and their families to attend event.
Resilient RetreatCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention Plus - Empowering Educators$12,500 9/21/2022EducationTo provide mental health education and support to teachers.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationHurricane Ian Recovery Fund, 2022$205,571 10/3/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide emergency relief to nonprofits effected by Hurricane Ian.
Sarasota County SchoolsHurricane Ian Recovery Fund$100,000 10/5/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide immediate relief to school district employees post Hurricane Ian.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationHurricane Ian Recovery Fund$200,000 10/6/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide immediate relief to hospital employees post Hurricane Ian.
Sarasota County SchoolsHurricane Ian Recovery Fund, Installment 2$100,000 10/6/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide emergency relief funds for school district employees after Hurricane Ian.
Children FirstHurricane Ian Recovery Fund$40,000 10/7/2022Humanitarian CausesTo help offset operating expenses related to Hurricane Ian.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaHurricane Ian Recovery Fund$30,000 10/7/2022Humanitarian CausesTo help offset operating expenses related to Hurricane Ian.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodHurricane Ian Recovery Fund$30,000 10/7/2022Humanitarian CausesTo help offset operating expenses related to Hurricane Ian.
New College FoundationSponsorship: The New College Challenge, 2022$10,000 10/13/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Community Harvest SRQSponsorship: Sustainable Communities Workshop, 2022$3,000 10/13/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsHurricane Ian Recovery Fund, Installment 3$100,000 10/17/2022EducationTo provide emergency relief funds for school district employees after Hurricane Ian.
Kim's Krew2022 Year End Support$10,000 10/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo deliver food and basic necessities to home-bound residents in Manatee County.
State College of Florida FoundationHurricane Ian Relief Fund$25,000 10/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide immediate relief to students and staff of SCF impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Resilient RetreatHurricane Ian Relief Fund$7,500 10/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide mental health support to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Sarasota and Manatee CountiesHurricane Ian Relief Fund$7,500 10/18/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide mental health support to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2023$8,000 10/26/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankHurricane Ian: Food, Fuel, and Staffing$400,000 10/28/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
CenterPlace HealthHurricane Ian Employee Assistance Payroll Relief$160,000 10/28/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
The HavenHurricane Ian Relief$95,000 10/28/2022Humanitarian CausesTo help cover unexpected expenses related to Hurricane Ian.
Safe Children CoalitionSponsorship: Giving Breakfast, 2022$5,000 11/3/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Teacher Retention Bonus Program$558,810 11/3/2022EducationTo keep quality early learning professionals in the classroom.
Women's Resource CenterSponsorship: Wonder Woman Collective, 2022 $10,000 11/8/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: Career Skills Challenge, 2022$3,000 11/8/2022EducationTo support Dr. Amy Earl's (Sarasota Schools) efforts to introduce students to career opportunities.
CenterPlace HealthCMBF Initiative: Health Equity - Community Health Worker Salary$30,000 11/16/2022Humanitarian CausesTo expand access to healthcare and health literacy.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodHurricane Ian Recovery$215,362 11/22/2022Humanitarian CausesHurricane Ian Recovery
Senior Friendship CentersHurricane Ian Recovery$60,000 11/22/2022Humanitarian CausesHurricane Ian Recovery
Legal Aid of ManasotaHurricane Ian: Legal Services for Disaster Recovery$43,750 11/22/2022Humanitarian CausesTo provide legal services to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian
Gulfcoast Legal ServicesHurricane Ian: Representing Our Community$32,100 11/22/2022Humanitarian Causesto provide legal services to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian.
Climate Adaptation CenterSponsorship: 2023 Annual Climate Conference$10,000 11/22/2022EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Manatee Community FoundationFoster Care Holiday Gift Cards$2,000 12/5/2022Humanitarian CausesTo thank professionals working in the foster care system.
DeSoto County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Reentry Navigator, 2022$78,492 12/8/2022Humanitarian CausesInitiative to reduce recidivism in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Lights at Spooky Point Sponsorship Balance, 2022$2,052 12/8/2022EducationSponsorship to allow early learning professionals and their families to attend event.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Reentry Navigator, 2022$172,241 12/12/2022Humanitarian CausesTo hire and support a Reentry Navigator position for the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
First Step of SarasotaSponsorship: Caring Hearts Luncheon, 2023$5,000 12/13/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Safe Children CoalitionCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - Unite Us Incentive and Technology Grant, Prevention Department$35,000 12/15/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support efforts within the Prevention Department to expand the use of Unite Us to connect more families to resources.
Step Up SuncoastStepping Up Our Service to the Community$557,662 12/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building efforts to assist with case management and financial support for clients.
Arcadia-DeSoto County Habitat for HumanityHurricane Ian Roof Repair/Replacement Program$50,000 12/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support hurricane recovery efforts related to home repairs in DeSoto County.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual support, 2023$50,000 12/19/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySponsorship: Cohn Weil Memorial MS Outing, 2023$400,000 12/20/2022Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-ManateeAnnual support, 2023$25,000 12/20/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual support, 2023$25,000 12/20/2022Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2023$5,000 12/20/2022Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Child Protection CenterSponsorship: Blue Ties & Butterflies 10th Anniversary, 2023$10,000 1/1/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Unconventional Evening and En Plein Air, 2023$7,500 1/1/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Council Of Jewish WomenSponsorship: Women In Power, 2023$5,000 1/1/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - Unite Us Technology and Incentive Grant, Onboarding Programs$25,480 1/9/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast's implementation of Unite Us throughout their programs.
Hermitage Artist RetreatSponsorship: 20th Anniversary Concert, 2023$10,000 1/17/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Easterseals Southwest FloridaSponsorship: Abilities Shining Luncheon, 2023$5,000 1/18/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterFPN Summit Speaker Support, 2023$700 1/26/2023Humanitarian Causesto fund Founder’s presentation at Florida Philanthropic Network.
Emerge SarasotaFPN Summit Speaker Support, 2023$251 1/26/2023Humanitarian Causesto fund Founder’s presentation at Florida Philanthropic Network.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSarasota Memorial Healthcare Youth Intensive Outpatient Program$1,000,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo increase behavioral and mental health services in community.
The Bay Park ConservancyEffective and Efficient Operations$1,000,000 1/27/2023EnvironmentTo support continued expansion of The Bay Park Conservancy.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaRedefining Early Learning: Investing in the YMCA's Quality and Capacity-Year 2$668,332 1/27/2023EducationTo continue and define an early learning model to address critical issues in child development.
UnidosNowUnidosNow Dreaming Big Capacity Building$550,000 1/27/2023EducationTo build capacity at organization and create an endowed fund.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesStaff Needs & Teen Opportunities$300,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support salary increases and teen programming.
We Care ManateeManatee County Connects for Care$250,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo build capacity at organization and launch collaborative.
Adventure For All CorporationAdventure Biking Programs$186,800 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support organization's Adventure Biking Program.
Florida Policy InstituteProviding Policy Research to Promote Shared Prosperity in Florida $175,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo provide general operating support.
Suncoast WaterkeeperFostering Champions for Clean Water on the Suncoast$175,000 1/27/2023EnvironmentTo build capacity, map Sarasota Bay mangroves and increase communication efforts
Second Chance Last OpportunityStepping Up$150,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo build capacity at organization and provide emergency assistance funding.
Kim's KrewEmergency Stabilization Program$50,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo build capacity at organization including facility upgrades.
Community Harvest SRQProduce Rescue and Feeding Those in Need$50,000 1/27/2023EnvironmentTo support salary of organizations only employee.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor TrainingShakespeare in the Gardens at The Ringling$20,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support outdoor Shakespeare performance at The Ringling.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2023$100,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2023-24$100,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2023-24$65,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2023$50,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesFor the 2023 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization's educational and character-building programs.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2023$50,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2023-2024 Artistic Season$50,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2023$50,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2023-24$30,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2023-24$30,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2023-24$30,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2023$25,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2023-24$20,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2023-24$20,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2023$10,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program, 2023$10,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2023$10,000 1/27/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2024$10,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2023$10,000 1/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2023$5,000 1/27/2023EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by providing $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the "Ripple Effect" in the school system.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2023$5,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Party on the Pass, 2023$3,500 1/27/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
PEAK GrantmakingSponsorship: Organization Membership, 2023-24$2,750 1/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Manasota ASALHGeneral Support, 2023$10,000 1/27/2023Humanitarian Causesto support educational programming
University of South Florida FoundationSponsorship: FCAN 2023 Talent Strong Florida Summit$2,500 1/27/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Early Learning Initiative, 2023$334,034 1/27/2023EducationAdditional funding to support our work in Early Education.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: TIME (Time to Inspire Margie’s Educators) 3.0, 2024$310,000 1/27/2023EducationTo support the TIME Fellowship Program to recognize and retain teachers in Sarasota County.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Garden to Plate Wine Dinner, 2023$2,000 2/6/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Teacher Retention Bonus Program$9,675 2/10/2023EducationTo support teacher retention and the early learning profession.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: Inaugural Seaside Treasures Luncheon, 2023$10,000 2/13/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mothers Helping MothersSponsorship: Power of Purple, 2023$6,000 2/13/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts
Truly ValuedSponsorship: Taste of New Orleans, 2023$5,000 2/13/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services CenterSponsorship: Collaboration Celebration, 2023$2,500 2/13/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts
Vickie O Heritage ProductionSponsorship: Newtown Easter Egg Hunt, 2023$2,500 2/15/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Multicultural Health InstituteSponsorship: Environmental Justice Event, 2023$5,000 3/8/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
First Step of SarasotaCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - Unite Us Implementation Incentive Grant$30,000 3/21/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organizations expanded use of Unite Us.
Climate Adaptation CenterSponsorship: Climate Champions Awards, 2023$1,500 3/30/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
UnidosNowSponsorship: NocheUnidos, 2023$10,000 4/4/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HouseCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - April 6 Unite Us Meeting$700 4/4/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support expanded use of Unite Us in region.
The Communications NetworkAnnual Membership, 2023$700 4/5/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreIn honor of Michael and Linda’s retirement$10,000 4/26/2023Arts and CultureTo celebrate the retirement of Michael Donald Edwards.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention - Foundations Academy$57,411 5/4/2023EducationTo support the recruitment and retainment of teachers.
Resilient RetreatStaff Retreats for Planned Parenthood $4,150 5/18/2023Humanitarian CausesTo provide trauma informed training and care for the staff of Planned Parenthood.
First Step of SarasotaNo Wrong Door$1,000,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the No-Wrong Door strategy.
Project 180 SarasotaProject 180 Residential Program Home Purchase$450,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the purchase of another house.
Hermitage Artist RetreatProtecting Freedom of Artistic Expression: The Impact of Authentic Community Engagement$400,000 5/19/2023Arts and CultureTo support organizational capacity building.
Help to HomeHope Village of Manatee$350,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the Hope Village project in Manatee County.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationOpportunities for All 2023$325,000 5/19/2023EducationTo support Opportunities for All.
Equality Florida InstituteProtecting Students and Respecting Families in Sarasota$250,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support LGBTQ parents, children, and other youth.
Healthy TeensTeen Health Educator Program SRQ Expansion$225,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support current operations and Sarasota expansion.
The Children's MovementThe Future Project: Statewide Early Learning Roadmap & Local Impact for Sarasota$225,000 5/19/2023EducationTo engage parents in strategies to expand quality early learning.
Truly ValuedCapacity Building$200,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support organizational capacity building.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyCapacity Grant to Support Program Growth$200,000 5/19/2023EducationTo increase organizational capacity.
The Twig CaresVenice Expansion$180,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the expansion of operations in Venice.
Links to SuccessExpanding Opportunities$155,000 5/19/2023EducationTo support organizational capacity building.
Operation Warrior ResolutionCommunity Mobilization$150,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support organizational capacity building.
Friends of the Myakka RiverSharing Myakka’s Magic$150,000 5/19/2023EnvironmentSupporting full-time executive director.
Bridge a LifeFoster Care Prevention and Placement Stability$145,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support foster and adoptive families.
Oyster River EcologyStart-Up Capacity Building $121,000 5/19/2023EnvironmentTo support organizational capacity building.
United Way of South Sarasota CountyDisaster Recovery and Resiliency Program Cost Recovery and Capacity Building Project$100,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support long-term recovery after Hurricane Ian.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationHoward Bros. Circus Model: Enhancing the Visitor Experience$100,000 5/19/2023Arts and CultureTo support improvements to museum feature exhibit.
J5 ExperienceExperience The Future$75,000 5/19/2023EducationTo support organizational capacity building.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyStop-Out Student and Summer Melt Initiative for Sarasota and Manatee Counties$20,000 5/19/2023EducationTo support the Stop-Out Student and Summer Melt Initiative.
The Twig CaresSponsorship: A Taste for The Twig Event, 2023$2,500 5/19/2023Humanitarian Causes Sponsorship for a Gold Sponsor at the Twig’s "A Taste for The Twig event".
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing - Building Synergy in Newtown$150,000 5/19/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support affordable housing in Newtown.
Gamma Xi Boule FoundationSponsorship: Valentine at the Ritz, 2024$5,000 6/1/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
School District of Manatee CountyCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Technology and Incentive Funding to support Unite Us Expansion$49,999 6/28/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support efforts within the school district to expand the use of Unite Us to connect more students and families to community resources.
The HavenSponsorship: Farm to Table(aux), 2024$10,000 7/6/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
WUSF Public MediaCMBF Initiative: Community News Collaborative$598,750 7/6/2023Humanitarian CausesTo create a more informed citizenry through quality news coverage of local stories.
Sarasota OrchestraSponsorship: All County Ensembles, 2023$10,000 7/19/2023EducationTo support the All County (Sarasota/Manatee) Ensembles.
NAACP Empowerment ProgramsSponsorship: Freedom Fund Dinner, 2023$10,000 7/24/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
UnidosNowEducational Summer Program at The Pines for the Orange Avenue Mobile Home Park$2,530 7/27/2023EducationTo support an educational summer program at The Pines for the Orange Avenue Mobile Home Park.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodNurturing Futures: Building Capacity and Infrastructure for Early Childhood Excellence $1,000,000 8/2/2023EducationTo help build strong families and expand the potential of young children.
Easterseals Southwest FloridaExpanding Excellence for Autism$750,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support autism services.
CenterPlace HealthOB Expansion at CenterPlace Health$650,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support affordable healthcare to a diverse population.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun CoastEmpowering Potential$650,000 8/2/2023EducationTo support new centralized headquarters and mentoring center.
Child Protection CenterExpanding the Capacity for Hope$550,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support prevention, intervention and treatment of child abuse.
Samaritan Counseling Services Of The Gulf CoastFuture Community Counselors$400,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo increase capacity and train additional mental health professionals.
Sunshine Community CompostStrengthening the Roots of Resilience $265,000 8/2/2023EnvironmentTo support education and action programs that increase composting.
Florida Policy InstituteDeveloping Local & Statewide Solutions for Florida's Affordable Housing Crisis$230,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support a position focused on housing.
Project Light of ManateeRays of Light$225,000 8/2/2023EducationTo support the advancement of adult learners through English proficiency.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationCareerEdge 2023$150,000 8/2/2023EducationTo support the CarreerEdge training program.
Westcoast Black Theatre TroupeArtistic Workforce Development$150,000 8/2/2023Arts and CultureTo support education and training focused on BIPOC.
Meals on Wheels of SarasotaCapacity Building to Expand Services$130,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building efforts to feed more home-bound residents.
Dogs Inc.Children & Teens Program Support$50,000 8/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support efforts to match teens with guide dogs.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention - Staff Recognition at Venice High School$1,000 8/2/2023EducationMatching grant for staff recognition at Venice High School.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2024$25,000 8/4/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2024$25,000 8/4/2023EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2024$15,000 8/4/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2024$10,000 8/4/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Gala, 2024$10,000 8/4/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Annual Gala, 2023$10,000 8/4/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2024$10,000 8/4/2023Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2024$8,000 8/4/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2024$6,500 8/4/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Annual Celebration Luncheon, 2024$6,000 8/4/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Gala, 2024$5,000 8/4/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: Florida Education Funders Group, 2023$5,000 8/10/2023EducationTo advance education access and quality through the Florida Philanthropic Network Education Funder's Group.
Florida Gulf Coast University FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention - Emerging Educator Scholarships$25,000 8/14/2023EducationTo provide Florida Gulf Coast University with Barancik Foundation Emerging Educators Scholarships.
All Faiths Food BankSponsorship: Autumn Harvest, 2023$5,000 8/15/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's produce programs that provide fresh fruit and vegetables to neighbors struggling with hunger.
The Bay Park ConservancySponsorship: 10 days at The Bay, 2023$10,000 8/21/2023EnvironmentTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
St. Paul Lutheran ChurchHurricane Ian Repair and Teacher & Family Support$11,000 8/29/2023EducationTo help with repairs and support teachers & families following Hurricane Ian.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaCMBF Initiative: Early Learning Directors Collaborative$346,343 9/1/2023EducationThe Early Learning Directors Collaborative ensures childcare professionals have the resources they need to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
State College of Florida FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention$45,811 9/12/2023EducationTo support Teacher Recruitment and Retention efforts for Sarasota County Schools.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention - Employee Wellness & Engagement$30,000 9/12/2023EducationTo support employee wellness and engagement at Sarasota County Schools as part of Teacher Recruitment/Retention initiative.
Florida Gulf Coast University FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment|Retention - Emerging Educator Scholarships$25,000 9/12/2023EducationTo provide scholarships for FGCU students who will teach in Sarasota County Schools.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Lights at Spooky Point, 2023$20,000 9/13/2023EducationTo recognize and celebrate the early learning educators in Sarasota County.
The Academy at GlengarySponsorship: Communicating Across The Aisle, 2023$2,500 9/26/2023EducationTo support adults seeking to improve their mental health.
CenterPlace Health5th Birthday Celebration Luncheon, 2023$5,000 9/28/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organizations operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Manatee County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Reentry Navigator$192,639 9/29/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support reentry navigators.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Cocktails at the Cottage, 2023$750 10/2/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organizations operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Performing Arts Center FoundationTeacher Appreciation Night at Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation, 2023$10,000 10/4/2023EducationTo sponsor free tickets for early learning and K-12 teachers to attend a performance of 'Bored Teachers' on October 13.
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: Barancik PINC Scholars, 2023$10,000 10/10/2023EducationTo sponsor the Barancik PINC Scholars program, to scholarship 10 students and 10 teachers that the students select to attend the day-long speaker and creativity event, PINC.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Annual Meeting, 2023$3,500 10/10/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2023$45,000 10/11/2023EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by providing $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the "Ripple Effect" in the school system.
Early Learning Coalition Of Sarasota CountyCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Business Breakfast Sponsorship, 2023$1,000 10/20/2023EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CenterPlace HealthCMBF Initiative: Health Equity - Community Health Worker Support$75,000 10/23/2023Humanitarian CausesTo expand access to healthcare and health literacy.
Sarasota OrchestraSarasota Arts Leaders Retreat Underwriting$6,000 10/25/2023Arts and CultureTo underwrite the Sarasota Arts Leaders Retreat
Harvest HouseLiving Beyond Fear$600,000 10/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building.
Turning PointsNavigator Program Expansion$316,000 10/27/2023Humanitarian CausesBuilding navigator capacity and assessing new revenue streams.
SRQ StrongBuilding a Trauma-Informed Community$250,000 10/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterFortifying CreArte / Fortaceliendo CreArte$126,000 10/27/2023Arts and CultureTo support capacity building.
Margwine OrganizationTime to Grow$95,000 10/27/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Early Learning, Sponsorship of ELC Business Breakfast$1,500 10/31/2023EducationTo support the Early Learning Coalition
State College of Florida FoundationBaccalaureate Education Degrees and CROP Program Expansion$429,445 11/3/2023EducationTo support training of Elementary Educators and to increase access for underserved.
Women's Resource CenterStability and Sustainability for Women and Families, 2023$275,000 11/3/2023Humanitarian CausesTo provide unrestricted funding.
Azara BalletDancing Together$180,000 11/3/2023Arts and CultureTo support capacity building/early operation expenses.
FUNducationEarly STEAM$150,000 11/3/2023EducationTo support capacity building.
Manatee Education FoundationManatee Unites for At-risk Students and Families$150,000 11/3/2023EducationTo support student/family needs in Manatee County.
Chicago Botanic GardenWindy City Harvest$100,000 11/3/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support program and share best practices with Sarasota County.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Downtown Sarasota Workforce Housing$1,500,000 11/3/2023Humanitarian Causes To support land acquisition for the City of Sarasota’s workforce housing development.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Suncoast Matching Funds$700,000 11/3/2023EducationTo provide match funds to support the long-term sustainability of First 1,000 Days Suncoast.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationFlexible Fund to Build Program Evaluation and Fundraising Capacity$200,000 11/3/2023Humanitarian CausesFor training and resources to increase nonprofit program evaluation and fundraising capacity.
Gulf Coast Medical SocietySponsorship: First Annual Holiday Brunch$1,500 11/6/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the First Annual Holiday Brunch at Michael’s on the Bay Ballroom Selby Gardens
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2024$8,000 11/7/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
DeSoto County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - DeSoto Inmate Assistance$10,000 11/7/2023Humanitarian CausesTo create a fund that provides personal items and other services to inmates returning to the community.
Florida Community Health Worker CoalitionCMBF Initiative: Health Equity - Certification Training for Community Health Workers$3,809 11/7/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support training for local community health workers to get certified.
Designing Women's BoutiqueSponsorship: Gala, 2023$2,500 11/16/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Sarasota Inmate Assistance$25,000 11/16/2023Humanitarian CausesTo create a fund that provides personal items and other services to inmates returning to the community.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodCMBF Initiative: Early learning - Infant Mental Health Consultation Model Part 2$430,000 11/20/2023EducationTo support preschool teachers in addressing the behavioral health needs of children.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Lights at Spooky Point, 2023$396 11/28/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support the organizations operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Grantmakers for Effective OrganizationsAnnual Membership (Dec 2023-Nov 2024)$8,500 11/30/2023Humanitarian CausesTo support and join the membership group Grantmakers for Effective Organizations.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Foundation Leadership Sarasota Project: Butterfly Garden$5,000 1/4/2024EnvironmentTo support the organizations operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Unconventional Evening and En Plein Air, 2024$5,000 1/12/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Climate Adaptation CenterSponsorship: Climate Champions Awards, 2024$5,000 1/18/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCommunity News Collaborative in Honor of Gerry Lublin$10,000 2/5/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts in honor of Gerry Lublin.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaRedefining Early Learning: Investing in the YMCA's Quality and Capacity, 2024-2026$2,379,965 2/9/2024EducationTo support quality early learning at Sarasota County's largest childcare provider.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastAdolescent Diversion & Family Support Program$563,744 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo increase access to mental health services for youth.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSarasota Art Museum Community Catalyst Initiatives$550,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support increased access at Sarasota Art Museum.
Rebuilding Together Tampa BayPreserving Safe, Healthy, and Affordable Housing in Newtown and DeSoto$250,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support neighborhood revitalization while also helping residents retain homeowners.
Florida Institute of Saltwater HeritageThe FISH Preserve Enhanced Public Access Project$165,000 2/9/2024EnvironmentTo support public access and environmental education at the FISH Preserve.
Embracing Our DifferencesFraming Our Future$102,786 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support operational expenses related to exhibition.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor TrainingProducing Sustainable Elizabethan Set for Shakespearian Productions$50,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureBuilding a reusable Shakespearean set.
SunCoast Blood CentersBloodmobile Solar and Battery Conversion$46,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo increase the supply of blood donations and to retrofit a mobile unit to be energy efficient.
Longboat Key FoundationQuick Point Preserve Restoration Site Improvements$25,000 2/9/2024EnvironmentTo support public access and environmental education at Quick Point Preserve.
Sarasota Children's MuseumMobile Museum Sessions$5,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesTeen Mindfulness$1,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Manatee Community FoundationMindfulness Session for Nonprofit Partners$1,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Community News Collaborative 2.0$1,878,454 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo create a more informed citizenry through quality news coverage of local stories.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: TIME Fellowship, 2025$310,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the TIME Fellowship Program to recognize and retain teachers in Sarasota County.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Health Equity - Medicaid Expansion$250,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support broader access to healthcare for individuals who are uninsured.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition$73,667 2/9/2024EducationTo support Teacher Recruitment and Retention efforts for Sarasota County Schools.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyCohn Weil Memorial MS Outing for research$400,000 2/9/2024Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2024$100,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2024-25$100,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2024-25$65,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2024$60,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2024$50,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesFor the 2024 Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization's educational and character-building programs.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2024$50,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2024$50,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2024$50,000 2/9/2024EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by providing $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the "Ripple Effect" in the school system.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2024-2025 Artistic Season$50,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2024-25$30,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2024-25$30,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesCorporate Sponsorship, 2024-25$30,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff Hoffman's Charitable Fund, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the Sheriff's Charitable Fund, which will enable the Sheriff's Office to provide small grants for grassroots efforts that improve neighborhood safety and conditions.
The Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-ManateeAnnual Support, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2024$25,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2024-25$20,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2024-25$20,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2024$10,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program, 2024$10,000 2/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2025$10,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2024$10,000 2/9/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund$5,000 2/9/2024Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2024$5,000 2/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2024$10,000 2/13/2024EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Selby’s Garden to Plate Wine Dinner, 2024$3,000 2/16/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Annual Breakfast, 2024$3,500 3/6/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Second Heart Homes2024 FPN Summit Speaker Reimbursement$2,249 3/15/2024Humanitarian Causes2024 FPN Summit Speaker Reimbursement.
Margwine OrganizationSupport For Members of Our Community Who Need A Voice$250 3/18/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support for members of our community who need a voice.
Links to SuccessCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days - Unite Us Expansion and Family Navigation in DeSoto$36,000 3/19/2024EducationTo expand First 1,000 Days Suncoast in DeSoto County, including navigation support for families with young children through Unite Us.
Redefine This/Star LabJanie's Garden Free Summer Program Match$5,000 4/4/2024EducationMatching grant to raise funds to offer a free summer program at Janie’s Garden
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Men Who Cook, 2024$2,000 4/4/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterManatee Performing Arts Center Series Sponsorship, 2024$8,400 4/24/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CenterPlace Health2024 Luncheon and Back to School Event$5,000 4/24/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Suncoast SearchlightCommunity News Collaborative, 2024$1,100,000 5/6/2024Humanitarian CausesTo create a more informed citizenry through quality news coverage of local stories.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSmoothing Fund, 2024$2,500,000 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesGrant to establish a Smoothing Fund at GCCF.
Forty Carrots Family CenterCapacity Building$1,000,000 5/10/2024EducationTo strengthen families through parenting education and mental health support.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesFlexible Funding for Enhanced Model$900,000 5/10/2024EducationTo support organizational capacity to provide positive youth development.
Sarasota County SchoolsHardwiring Organizational Excellence$478,020 5/10/2024EducationTo pursue the school district's mission through organizational excellence.
Resilient RetreatEmpowering Communities by Building Resilience$444,869 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's trauma-informed programs and operating capacity.
Links to SuccessLinking to Success$400,000 5/10/2024EducationTo help families in DeSoto County access resources and educational opportunities through a family navigation program.
Family Promise of South Sarasota CountyFamily Shelter Site$250,000 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support a transitional family housing shelter.
One Stop Housing CaresSarasota Station Apartments$250,000 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support an affordable housing project in Sarasota.
Harvest HouseLeadership Capacity Building$228,790 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building for the supportive housing provider.
Boxser Diversity InitiativeBending the Arc$225,000 5/10/2024EducationTo educate the public on the value of diversity, education, and inclusion.
The Academy at GlengaryAcademy at Bradenton: Wellness 2.0$200,000 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support expansion of a wellness initiative to Manatee County.
Easterseals Southwest FloridaAffordable Housing and Equine Therapy$175,000 5/10/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support an affordable housing project and veterans program.
Minorities in Shark SciencesDiversifying Ocean Sciences 2024$155,000 5/10/2024EducationTo support minority internships in Marine Sciences.
Manasota ASALHLeadership Excellence$150,000 5/10/2024EducationTo build staff capacity within the organization.
Manatee Literacy CouncilAdult Literacy Support$148,476 5/10/2024EducationTo support capacity for expanded literacy programs.
Upward NotesUpward Notes Expansion$125,000 5/10/2024Arts and CultureTo expand the classical music audience and reach more people with the humanizing influence of arts and culture.
Climate Adaptation CenterGetting the Word Out on Climate Change$50,000 5/10/2024EnvironmentTo support a climate summit and research meteorologist.
St. Paul Lutheran ChurchSponsorship: Twenty Tuesdays$5,000 5/13/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the Twenty Tuesdays community meal program.
SunCoast Blood CentersEnvironmental Incubator Fund$80,000 5/13/2024EnvironmentTo support the creation of an environmental incubator shared space.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Navigating Away from Jail, 2024$33,501 5/13/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support an ongoing recidivism initiative with capacity, research, and aid for former inmates.
All Faiths Food BankSponsorship: Autumn Harvest, 2024$5,000 5/20/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsBooker Law Academy in honor of Gerry Lublin$2,750 5/20/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher RRR - Talent Acquistion Coordinator, 2024-25$145,000 5/20/2024EducationTo support Teacher Recruitment and Retention efforts for Sarasota County Schools.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition$762,852 5/28/2024EducationTo support Teacher Recruitment and Retention efforts for Sarasota County Schools.
DeSoto County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Reentry Navigator, Vehicle, and Inmate Assistance Fund, 2024$122,847 6/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo reduce recidivism in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Reentry Navigator and Inmate Assistance Fund, 2024$121,878 6/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo reduce recidivism in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Manatee County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Inmate Assistance Fund, 2024$25,000 6/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo reduce recidivism in the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Florida Policy InstituteSponsorship: 10th Anniversary & Summit, 2024$10,000 6/20/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: SAM Art Bash, 2024$5,000 6/28/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Suncoast Women of ActionSponsorship: 10th Anniversary Celebration$2,500 6/28/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: En Plein Air, 2025$2,500 6/28/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: Prevention Convention, 2024$7,500 7/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
UnidosNowSponsorship: Noche Unidos, 2024$10,000 7/19/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
NAACP Empowerment ProgramsSponsorship: Freedom Fund Dinner, 2024$10,000 7/29/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountyIn support of our schools and teachers$10,000 8/8/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Safe Children CoalitionTalent Retention Project$750,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support staff retention efforts and capacity building.
Second Heart HomesNot a House, but a Home$650,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support housing for formerly homeless individuals.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationCareerEdge & Opportunities for All 2024$550,000 8/9/2024EducationTo support workforce initiatives and internships in Sarasota County.
Suncoast Partnership to End HomelessnessCapacity Support$496,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building efforts.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountyCapacity Building for DeSoto County Student Success$400,000 8/9/2024EducationTo expand its support for students into DeSoto County.
Manatee Community FoundationCapacity Building Operational Support$350,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo provide operational support for the organization.
Solutions To Avoid Red TideHealthy Pond Collaborative 2024$350,000 8/9/2024EnvironmentTo support efforts to reduce excess nutrients in our waterways.
Beyond The SpectrumMaintaining Our Mission$300,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Asolo Repertory TheatreThe Big IDEA$300,000 8/9/2024Arts and CultureTo break down economic, accessibility, and cultural barriers to live theater and educational programming.
University of South Florida FoundationProject T2L3: Transforming Teaching & Learning Locally through Leadership$250,062 8/9/2024EducationTo provide educational leadership development for teachers in the Sarasota and Manatee county school districts.
National Alliance on Mental Illness Sarasota and Manatee CountiesMeeting Growing Mental Health Needs in Our Community $250,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support capacity building efforts.
Community Assisted & Supported LivingNancy's Village$250,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo help young adults in the foster care system with housing.
Sarasota Children's MuseumGoing Mobile$175,000 8/9/2024EducationTo support a mobile educational outreach program.
Project ProsperManatee County Expansion$150,000 8/9/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's expansion into Manatee County.
Florida Humanities CouncilExpanded Programming$125,000 8/9/2024Arts and CultureTo expand programming in 12th Judicial Circuit.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2025$25,000 8/12/2024EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2025$15,000 8/12/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2025$10,000 8/12/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Gala, 2025$10,000 8/12/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Annual Gala, 2024$10,000 8/12/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2025$10,000 8/12/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2025$8,000 8/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2025$7,500 8/12/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Annual Celebration Luncheon, 2025$6,000 8/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustAnnual Gala Sponsorship, 2024$5,000 8/12/2024EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2025$25,000 8/13/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraSponsorship: Star Wars in Concert, 2024$9,600 8/14/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Bay Park ConservancySponsorship: 2nd Anniversary Celebration, 2024$10,000 8/16/2024EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Charleston Benchmarking Trip, 2024$1,000 8/16/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Community Harvest SRQSponsorship: Sustainable Communities Workshop, 2024$3,000 8/20/2024EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition - Learning Forward Jump Start Plan, 2024$50,000 8/23/2024Education To support professional development for Principals and Assistant Principals.
Chicago Zoological SocietySponsorship: Conservation Leadership Awards Dinner, 2024$10,000 8/26/2024EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The HavenAnnual Gala, 2025$2,200 8/27/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Housing CoalitionCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing - 2024 Housing Study$22,500 8/29/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support a study to determine the affordable housing needs of Sarasota County for the next 30 years.
Desoto County Education FoundationSponsorship: A Feast for the Foundation, 2024$5,000 9/9/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Lights at Spooky Point, 2024$20,000 9/16/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Annual Meeting, 2024$1,500 9/17/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankPaddle Raise: Autumn Harvest, 2024$10,000 10/14/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationHurricane Human Relief Fund, 2024$775,000 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo meet immediate basic human needs following Hurricane Milton.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationHurricane Human Relief Fund, 2024$75,000 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo meet immediate basic human needs following Hurricane Milton.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationHurricane Human Relief Fund, 2024$50,000 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo meet immediate basic human needs following Hurricane Milton.
Community Foundation of Sarasota CountyHurricane Human Relief Fund, 2024$50,000 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo meet immediate basic human needs following Hurricane Milton.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationHurricane Human Relief Fund, 2024$50,000 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo provide food and beverage workers immediate bridge funding following Hurricane Helene.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing - United Way Housing Navigator$36,500 10/15/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support a housing navigator at United Way of South Sarasota County following recent hurricanes.
Arcadia-DeSoto County Habitat for HumanityGrant in Honor of Cheri Coryea$1,000 10/25/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Desoto County Historical SocietyGrant in Honor of Carol Mahler$1,000 10/25/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsSponsorship: PINC, 2024$10,000 11/5/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkSponsorship: FPN Summit, 2025$8,000 11/5/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaCMBF Initiative: Early Learning - Teacher Retention Bonus Program 2024$658,928 11/7/2024EducationTo support teacher retention and the early learning profession.
The Bay Park ConservancyThe Bay Park Resilient Shoreline$1,000,000 11/8/2024EnvironmentTo support resilient shoreline and water quality improvements at The Bay Park.
Children FirstMission-Focused and Innovative Solutions to Support At-Risk Families$900,000 11/8/2024EducationTo serve more children and families by adding three new classrooms.
Women's Resource CenterStability and Sustainability for Women and Families, 2024$400,000 11/8/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support core programming and build organizational capacity.
Manatee Children's ServicesWelcome to Our House$320,000 11/8/2024Humanitarian CausesTo complete critical safety and infrastructure upgrades at its Child Advocacy Center.
Pines of Sarasota FoundationHealthcare Career Education Programs and Childcare Scholarships$255,000 11/8/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support healthcare career education and childcare scholarships for staff at Pines of Sarasota.
Southface InstituteGoodUse SW Florida$200,000 11/8/2024EnvironmentTo support energy- and water-efficiency solutions at nonprofit organizations through the GoodUse program.
Town of Longboat Key Law EnforcementCMBF Initiative: Emergency Responder - Longboat Key Law Enforcement Driving Simulator$60,000 11/8/2024Humanitarian CausesTo enable the Longboat Key Police Department to acquire a driving simulator for emergency vehicle operations and defensive driver training.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationGovernance Training Pilot for Members of Underrepresented Groups$23,000 11/8/2024Humanitarian CausesTo pilot a board-governance training program for members of underrepresented groups in the community
Operation Eco VetsIn appreciation for Board Dinner Presentation$1,000 11/12/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationWellness in the Workplace$2,000 11/13/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Together We Bloom, 2024$2,500 11/19/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
First Step of SarasotaSponsorship: Caring Hearts Luncheon, 2025$5,000 11/25/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: National Civics Bee, 2026$10,000 12/3/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the National Civics Bee.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lights in Bloom, 2024$1,000 12/5/2024EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Climate Adaptation CenterSponsorship: Climate Champion Awards, 2025$1,500 12/16/2024Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Rebuilding Together Tampa BayCMBF Initiative: Affordable Housing - Building Synergy in Newtown, 2025$150,000 12/16/2024Humanitarian CausesTo fund additional housing improvements in Newtown to help residents remain in their homes and to create a pilot neighborhood for attracting other participants.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Art Bash, 2024 - Second Installment$5,000 12/17/2024Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankSponsorship: Food Is Medicine Summit, 2025$10,000 1/2/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boxser Diversity InitiativeCivil Rights Trip Videographer$10,000 1/2/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and fundraising efforts.
State College of Florida FoundationSponsorship: Avenues to the Future inauguration Dinner, 2025$5,000 1/8/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Architecture SarasotaSponsorship: Hiss Award Celebration, 2025$10,000 1/13/2025EnvironmentTo celebrate the master plan designers of the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Safe Children CoalitionSponsorship: Safe Children Coalition Breakfast, 2025$5,000 1/29/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County SchoolsProfessional Learning Opportunities$1,200,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support comprehensive professional development for educators, school administrators, and other staff.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensTemporary Relocation of Selby Gardens' Living Collection$995,000 2/6/2025EnvironmentTo relocate and care for its priceless collection of living plants during Phase Two construction of its Master Plan.
UnidosNowCapacity Building and Expansion$650,000 2/6/2025EducationTo expand its Future Leaders Academy college and career readiness program and build organizational capacity to serve more families.
Project 180 SarasotaTaking Us to the Next Level$475,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support infrastructure and staff capacity so the organization can serve more formerly incarcerated community members.
Sarasota Housing Funding CorporationBreaking the Cycle of Poverty by Enhancing Childhood Education in Public Housing$420,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support quality, on-site education for residents of Sarasota public housing.
Suncoast WaterkeeperExpanding Water Quality Monitoring and Community Engagement$400,000 2/6/2025EnvironmentTo support and expand environmental monitoring of water quality across the region and mangrove health in vulnerable areas.
Senior Friendship CentersFriendship at Home$367,190 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support and expand the Friendship at Home program for homebound seniors.
Parenting MattersEnsuring Generational Change through Continued Parenting Education$265,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo sustain parenting education in Manatee and Sarasota counties and build organizational capacity.
MCR HealthCommunity Outreach$218,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesFor community outreach and education to connect more patients with quality healthcare services.
Links to SuccessFamily Empowerment Center$213,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo purchase a facility to house its operations and serve as a hub for access to human services in DeSoto County.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: TIME Fellowship, 2026$300,000 2/6/2025EducationTo continue TIME Fellowship program.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationLeadership Development Fund$75,000 2/6/2025EducationTo create a fund to support nonprofit leadership development.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyCohn Weil Memorial MS Outing for Research, 2025$400,000 2/6/2025Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreAnnual Support, 2025-26$150,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Museum of Science and Industry of ChicagoAnnual Support, 2025$100,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankCampaign Against Summer Hunger, 2025$75,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the Campaign Against Summer Hunger, which provides food and funds to feed children over the summer months.
The Sarasota BalletAnnual Support, 2025-2026 Artistic Season$75,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota OrchestraAnnual Support, 2025-26$75,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
American Jewish CommitteeAnnual Support, 2025$65,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ravinia Festival AssociationSponsorship: Summer Concert, 2025$60,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyAnnual Match Campaign, 2025$50,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesFor the Annual August Match Campaign, which provides scholarship funds for at-risk girls to participate in the organization's educational and character-building programs.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationRipple Effect Teacher Grants, 2025$50,000 2/6/2025EducationTo honor Chuck and Margie on their birthdays and recognize teachers by providing $5,000 gifts to 10 teachers who have had what Margie described as the "Ripple Effect" in the school system.
The Jewish Federation Of Sarasota-ManateeAnnual Support, 2025$30,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationSponsorship: Corporate Sponsorship, 2025-26$30,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the SuncoastCorporate Sponsorship, 2025-26$30,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesCorporate Sponsorship, 2025-26$30,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Chicago Botanic GardenAnnual Support, 2025$30,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the Science Career Continuum, which connects students from Chicago Public Schools with environmental-science education and training programs at the Garden.
Jewish United FundAnnual Support, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Harvest HousePaddle Raise: Home Again Luncheon, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationSheriff Hoffman’s Charitable Fund, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the Sheriff's Charitable Fund, which will enable the Sheriff's Office to provide small grants for grassroots efforts that improve neighborhood safety and conditions.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Celebration Luncheon, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Children FirstPaddle Raise: Fairytale Ball, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignPaddle Raise: Avant Garde, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensPaddle Raise: Orchid Ball, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota Opera AssociationAnnual Support, 2025-26$25,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatrePaddle Raise: Asolo Gala, 2025$25,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Marie Selby Botanical GardensSponsorship: Lunch in the Gardens, 2025-26$20,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually ImpairedSponsorship: Gala, 2025$10,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Temple Emanu-ElMitzvah Backpack Program, 2025$10,000 2/6/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the Mitzvah Backpack Program, which provides backpacks filled with nutritious food to low-income children each week so they can have healthy meals over the weekend.
Mote Marine LaboratorySponsorship: Oceanic Evening, 2025$10,000 2/6/2025EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Embracing Our DifferencesSponsorship: Art Exhibit, 2026$10,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art FoundationAnnual Membership, 2025$10,000 2/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAlan Buegeleisen Mid Florida Research Fund, 2025$5,000 2/6/2025Medical ResearchTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Big Waters Land TrustSponsorship: Gala, 2025$5,000 2/6/2025EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Education Foundation of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Teacher of the Year Event, 2025$5,000 2/6/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountyCreating Pathways to Family Success$400,000 2/10/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support programs for families facing homelessness, addiction, and financial struggles.
Foundation Financial Officers GroupAnnual Membership, 2025$2,000 2/11/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Mothers Helping MothersSponsorship: Power of Purple, 2025$1,500 2/13/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationSponsorship: Women at Work, 2025$2,700 2/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Salvation Army Sarasota CountySponsorship: Glitz at the Ritz, 2025$1,250 2/26/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaCMBF Initiative: Early Learning Directors’ Collaborative, 2025$353,029 3/3/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodSponsorship: Childhood Matters. Uniting Leaders for Change, 2025$3,000 3/5/2025EducationTo support The Florida Center's event titled the The Daycare Myth: What We Get Wrong About Early Care and Education.
Azara BalletSponsorship: Masquerade Gala, 2025$5,000 3/6/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Resilient RetreatSponsorship: Resilient Rhapsody, 2025$3,000 3/14/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Minorities in Shark SciencesSponsorship: Estuary Science Intensive Workshop, 2025$5,000 4/3/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Resilient RetreatSponsorship: Black Professionals in Philanthropy Morning Retreat, 2025$1,040 4/3/2025Humanitarian CausesTo sponsor the Black Professionals in Philanthropy Morning Retreat.
Take Stock in Children of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Celebration of Hope, 2025$5,000 4/15/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Arts & Cultural Alliance Of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Perspective Practice Place Summit, 2025$5,000 4/21/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Suncoast Science CenterFab Futures: From Learners to Leaders$450,000 5/1/2025EducationTo provide scholarships and transportation assistance so more students can participate in its programs and to expand its Science Lending Library for use in local schools.
FUNducationFull STEAM Ahead Hub$400,000 5/1/2025EducationTo build capacity as it enters a new partnership to provide educational programming at St. Stephen's Episcopal School's S.T.E.A.M. Center.
Help to HomeHope Village of Manatee, 2025$375,000 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support construction of phase two of its Hope Village supportive housing neighborhood in Bradenton.
Family Promise of South Sarasota CountyFamily Promise Shelter Site Renovation$350,000 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo renovate its family shelter buidling in Venice for improved security and enhanced capacity.
We Care ManateeCare Connection Manatee$300,000 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo help more uninsured, low-income residents navigate the healthcare system and access the care they need.
Bridge a LifeFoster Care Prevention and Placement Stability, 2025$300,000 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesOperational and programmatic support to meet its mission amid growing demand for its services.
Manatee Education FoundationSoar in 4 Lab$250,000 5/1/2025EducationTo help create the Soar in 4 Lab, which will bring high-quality early learning opportunities into neighborhoods in Bradenton.
Art Center SarasotaArt for All: The Next 100 Years$250,000 5/1/2025Arts and CultureCapacity building and progrmmatic support to ensure more people can experience and participate in the arts.
Sarasota Music ConservatoryLegato Legacy: Investing in Talent$230,000 5/1/2025Arts and CultureTo support operations, expand access to music education, and provide need-based scholarships for talented students.
Ability to IncludeAbility to Include Capacity Grant$150,000 5/1/2025EducationTo enhance the organization's fundraising and program impact.
SunCoast Blood CentersThe Resilience Incubator$85,000 5/1/2025EnvironmentTo support the Resilience Incubator housed in its Mound Street facility in Sarasota.
Oyster River EcologySponsorship: The First Ever Oyster Rag Pot Shindig$5,000 5/1/2025EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Teacher Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition, 2025$750,000 5/1/2025EducationTo support the recruitment and retention of high-quality teachers in the Sarasota County School District.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationUnite Us Technology and Incentive Fund, 2025 $150,001 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support use of the Unite Us service referral and coordination system among nonprofits in the region.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationMental Health Fund$139,928 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo respond to mental health needs in the community, particularly for children and families.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Early Learning, 2025 $70,396 5/1/2025EducationTo expand access to and improve the quality of early learning in Sarasota County.
Center For Effective PhilanthropyGrantee Perception Survey, 2025$35,000 5/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo fund a grantee perception survey.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodChild Abuse Prevention Convention, 2025$7,500 5/7/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Upward NotesNonprofit Thank You Reception$1,000 5/7/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
School District of Manatee CountyCMBF Initiative: Unite Us, 2025-26$49,999 5/13/2025EducationTo support efforts within the school district to expand the use of Unite Us to connect more students and families to community resources.
Art Center SarasotaSponsorship: TIME Fellowship Art Project, 2025$3,000 5/14/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The School District of DeSoto CountyCMBF Initiative: PreK & Early Learning in DeSoto County $433,640 5/19/2025EducationTo support early learning and kindergarten readiness in DeSoto County.
Poynter FoundationSponsorship: Moments of Truth at The Ringling, 2025$5,000 5/21/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Sarasota County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Reentry Navigator and Programming Support, 2025$100,000 5/27/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's programs to reduce recidivism.
DeSoto County Sheriff's OfficeCMBF Initiative: Reentry Navigator and Inmate Support Fund, 2025$47,445 5/27/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Twig CaresSponsorship: Refresh Retreat, 2025$2,500 5/29/2025Humanitarian CausesTo provide a retreat for foster parents.
Gulf Coast Community FoundationCMBF Initiative: Governance Training Pilot for Members of Underrepresented Groups$12,000 6/5/2025Humanitarian CausesTo pilot a board-governance training program for members of underrepresented groups in the community.
Teen Court Of SarasotaSponsorship: Justice & Jammies, 2025$6,100 6/30/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
YMCA of Southwest FloridaSponsorship: Nourish to Flourish Summer Food Program, 2025$5,000 6/30/2025Humanitarian CausesTo provide nourishing meals during the summer.
Gamma Xi Boule FoundationSponsorship: Valentine at the Ritz, 2026$5,000 6/30/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
All Faiths Food BankSponsorship: Autumn Harvest, 2025$5,000 6/30/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Operation Warrior ResolutionWarriors Return Home: A Revolutionary Healing Center for Veterans$850,000 7/1/2025Humanitarian CausesTo help the organization procure a permanent location from which to expand operations and improve program quality.
The Florida Center for Early ChildhoodCMBF Initiative: Early Learning, Infant Mental Health Consultation, 2025-2026$695,000 7/1/2025EducationTo support preschool teachers in addressing the behavioral health needs of children.
NAACP Empowerment ProgramsSponsorship: Freedom Fund Dinner, 2025$10,000 7/9/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization’s operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Bay Park ConservancySponsorship: 3rd Anniversary Celebration, 2025$10,000 7/9/2025EnvironmentTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Family Promise of South Sarasota CountySponsorship: Sweet Dreams Gala, 2025 $5,000 7/9/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce Foundation Sponsorship: Outstanding Leadership Awards Luncheon, 2025$2,500 7/15/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
CreArte Latino Cultural CenterSponsorship: 8th Birthday Celebration, 2025$5,000 7/16/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Resilient RetreatCMBF Mental Health Fund: Parent Program$65,072 7/16/2025Humanitarian CausesTo provide mental health services in support of our community.
One Stop Housing CaresDeSoto County School District Workforce Housing$1,200,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support a workforce housing project for School District of DeSoto County teachers and staff.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesA New Home for the Roy McBean Boys & Girls Club$1,000,000 7/25/2025EducationTo support construction of a new facility for the Roy McBean Club in Newtown.
Chicago Zoological SocietyDolphins as Sentinels: Protecting Sarasota Bay$1,000,000 7/25/2025EnvironmentTo support the Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, the longest-running study of dolphins in the wild.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPregnancy Care Team/Maternal Health$800,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s new Pregnancy Care Team.
The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce FoundationScaling What Works$800,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the Chamber’s workforce training, entrepreneurial support, and internship programs.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountyRoots of Resiliency: Strengthening Supports for Families$750,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo sustain and expand critical mental-health services for girls and provide scholarship funding to offset membership fees.
Links to SuccessLinking Families to Success$570,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support families in DeSoto County.
MCR HealthMCR Health Development and Brand Strategy $391,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo increase philanthropic support for its low-cost, high-quality healthcare services.
Climate Adaptation CenterScaling Our Resiliency Impacts$300,000 7/25/2025EnvironmentTo scale its ability to provide trusted, science-based information about the local impacts of a changing climate and strategies for adaptation.
Sarasota Bay WatchCapacity Building and Expansion of Water Quality Projects$100,000 7/25/2025EnvironmentTo support a marketing and fundraising position and expand water-quality programming.
Florida Cultural GroupThe Common Grounds Project$100,000 7/25/2025Arts and CultureTo support the Common Grounds cafe project at the Manatee Performing Arts Center.
TREE FoundationThe Myakka Park Forest Canopy Walkway$50,000 7/25/2025EnvironmentTo support enhancements to the Canopy Walkway and visitor experience at Myakka River State Park.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: First 1,000 Days Suncoast, Matching Grant Part 2$800,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesMatching funds to grow philanthropic support for First 1,000 Days Suncoast.
Charles & Margery Barancik FoundationCMBF Initiative: Recidivism - Evolving to a Backbone Agency, 2025$167,445 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support reentry navigators and other programming to reduce recidivism at the Sarasota and DeSoto county jails.
Sarasota Memorial Healthcare FoundationPaddle Raise: Hospital Gala, 2026$25,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Avant Garde, 2026$25,000 7/25/2025EducationTo support the college's Avant Garde event, which raises scholarship funds for students.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto CountiesPaddle Raise: Youth of the Year, 2026$15,000 7/25/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountyPaddle Raise: Author Luncheon, 2026$10,000 7/25/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
The Sarasota BalletSponsorship: Gala, 2026$10,000 7/25/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Ringling College of Art and DesignSponsorship: Sarasota Art Museum Annual Gala, 2025$10,000 7/25/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Asolo Repertory TheatreSponsorship: Gala, 2026$10,000 7/25/2025Arts and CultureTo support the organization's operational and or fundraising efforts.
Florida Philanthropic NetworkAnnual Membership, 2026$8,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Library Foundation for Sarasota CountySponsorship: Author Luncheon, 2026$7,500 7/25/2025EducationTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota CountySponsorship: Annual Celebration Luncheon, 2026$6,000 7/25/2025Humanitarian CausesTo support the organization's operational and/or fundraising efforts.

About Barancik Foundation

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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