Child-care centers wavered during the pandemic, scrambling to stay open on razor-thin budgets and with little federal and state guidance. Some closed, others eked by, barely able to afford to…
Barancik FoundationApril 5, 2022
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The COVID-19 pandemic has taken an extraordinary toll on youth and families, amplifying stressful situations and exacerbating a variety of factors that can increase a youth’s likelihood of delinquent behavior.…
Barancik FoundationMarch 11, 2022
Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs have been sweeping the nation and its classrooms, but some teachers are finding that not all students embrace the idea. They have…
Barancik FoundationMarch 9, 2022
This article originally appeared in Sarasota Herald-Tribune. Our community stood firm for more than three years in support of a buffer zone to prevent commercial encroachment on the western edge…
Barancik FoundationMarch 4, 2022
Prizes play a big role in advancing scientific breakthroughs. However, many major awards honor well-established scientists who are usually in the least need of recognition and funding, squeezing out opportunities…
Barancik FoundationMarch 3, 2022
Once a part of science fiction, robots are now a major part of our daily lives—especially for students. Recently, Suncoast Polytechnical High School seniors Rafael Treminio, Armand Segui, Cannon Spencer…
Barancik FoundationMarch 1, 2022
Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation announces the election of Dr. Laura Kingsley to serve a three-year term on its Board of Directors. After a 35-year career with Sarasota County Schools,…
Barancik FoundationFebruary 28, 2022
Recent funding from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation reinforces the organization’s focus on student success, family enrichment, and environmental stewardship. This is the largest grant cycle in the Foundation’s eight-year…
Barancik FoundationFebruary 14, 2022
There’s a reason everyone remembers their favorite teacher. Outside of family, teachers can have the greatest influence on a child’s academic performance, moral character, and future success. They can make…
Barancik FoundationFebruary 8, 2022
When you’re grinding away each month to buy gas and put food on the table, even a small savings on your utility bills can go a long way. This is…
Barancik FoundationFebruary 3, 2022
Ideas usually start with lightbulb moments, and so does building a sustainable movement. Launched in 2019, Partners for Green Places (PFGP) was born with the goal of supporting nonprofits as…
Barancik FoundationJanuary 25, 2022
First 1,000 Days Suncoast is a community initiative to support parents, caregivers and their babies so all families have equal opportunities to thrive regardless of race, education or socio-economic status. …
Barancik FoundationJanuary 21, 2022
As we look back on the year, we are reminded why Chuck and Margie believed so much in this community to establish their philanthropic legacy here. They acknowledged there would…
Barancik FoundationJanuary 7, 2022
Recent funding from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation creates workforce pipelines, supports health equity efforts, and boosts work to promote diversity, equity, and access through the arts. Increasing the Nursing…
Barancik FoundationNovember 15, 2021
Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation announced the hiring of Ev Bosque for the newly created position of Chief Financial Officer. Bosque will be responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of…
Barancik FoundationOctober 6, 2021
There’s a reason everyone remembers their favorite teacher. Outside of family, teachers have the greatest influence on a child’s development and future success—they can make all the difference in the…
Barancik FoundationSeptember 29, 2021
Teri A Hansen, President|CEO of Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, was recently recognized with the Annual Chair's Cup Award by The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce during their 101st annual…
Barancik FoundationSeptember 20, 2021
Recent funding from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation strengthens workforce development programs, reinforces health equity efforts, and jumpstarts efforts to restore local waterways. Creating Excellence in Nursing Now and Beyond…
Barancik FoundationAugust 9, 2021
Our board and our staff seek to educate, to drive consensus, to tackle systemic issues and to quite literally walk the walk as well as talking the talk. So we…
Barancik FoundationAugust 4, 2021