Safe Children Coalition celebrates reunified families

June is National Reunification Month; child welfare agency celebrates 28 parents who did the work to bring their families back together

When the Robe Becomes a Shield Exposes Moral Failures in Florida's 12th Judicial Circuit

New Report "The Bench and the Abyss" Exposes Moral Failures and Demands Accountability in Florida's Twelfth Judicial Circuit

Safe Children Coalition awards scholarships to 2026 Achievers and alumni

Ten graduating high school students and 10 college students from the Achievers teen leadership program receive financial support

Child Abuse Prevention Program Receives Collaborative Investment

Community Partners Help to Fund Services That Break the Cycle of Child Abuse at the Child Protection Center

WBTT to present Tap Class with Lamont Brown

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe welcomes back 'Syncopated Avenue' star for special dance class open to WBTT artists and community members

Arts Advocates Announces New Cultural Heritage Collaboration with City Hall

Complementing the City Hall exhibition, the Arts Advocates Gallery is showcasing 12 related works by Sarasota Art Colony artists.

Sarasota Lock & Key buys showroom/warehouse property near downtown Sarasota

100+-year company will relocate to the larger space later this year

Nonprofits collaborate on successful ‘Silver Pride 2026’ for LGBTQ+ individuals ages 50 and better

Hundreds of community members attend free celebration presented by Project Pride SRQ and Senior Friendship Centers

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Announces 31st Season

The season opens October 11 and brings together brilliant artists for 24 concerts in intimate venues

Safe Children Coalition presents Independent Living 'Level Up' Youth Summit

Young adults who have been involved in state care system hear from speakers addressing education, leadership, health and life skills

Goodwill Manasota employee becomes first in family to graduate college through SCF partnership

Goodwill Manasota and State College of Florida partnership leverages affordability and flexibility to expand college access for team members

WBTT receives $600,000 grant from Barancik Foundation to fuel artistic and organizational growth

Investment will help Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe sustain artistic excellence, expand pathways for artists, and build internal capacity

All Faiths Food Bank seeking summer volunteers

Area’s only food bank and largest hunger relief organization needs assistance from community to help provide food for our neighbors

WBTT presents summer show ‘Marvin: A Marvin Gaye Revue’

Two-week run celebrating the music of the Motown music legend will feature fan-favorite WBTT artists, including Sheldon Rhoden

Child Protection Center Invites Young Professionals to Join the Monarch Society

A young professionals group providing opportunities to network, volunteer, and support the fight against child abuse.

Local commercial real estate firm enhances team with new hire and promotion

Ian Black Real Estate hires Jessica Duncan as sales associate, expands Jordan Gorrell’s role

Grants to Safe Children Coalition support various programs for children and families

Five grants totaling $38,000 to support Schoolhouse Link, Prevention and Diversion, Adoption and Foster Care programs

WBTT to present Juneteenth Arts Festival on June 19 & 20

Commemoration of freedom from slavery will feature live music, African dance, youth performances, spoken word, art & talent showcase

Sarasota County Schools Named Guy Harvey Conservation District

Recognized schools promote marine science and strengthen conservation education through the Guy Harvey Conservation Education Program

Sarasota Tiger Bay Club Presents Meetings with School Board Candidates in June

The June 4 meeting features District 1 candidates, and the June 18 meeting features District 4 and District 5 candidates.

Safe Children Coalition names Diane Ewen as new controller

CPA with progressive experience in varied industries will bring expertise to child welfare organization

Arts Advocates Awards $50,000 in Scholarships to 10 Local Students for the 2026-2027 School Year

Studies include visual and related arts, dance, writing, music, theater, and architecture.

All Faiths Food Bank provides free summer meals for children

For the thirteenth year, hunger relief organization joins hundreds of partners to ‘fill the hunger gap’ while school is out

New College Foundation Hosts Golf Tournament at The Concession

New College Foundation Hosts Golf Tournament at The Concession to Support Student Success and Athletics

CPC Welcomes Attorney Ryan A. Featherstone to Board of Directors

Featherstone brings legal and financial expertise to local nonprofit providing specialized child abuse services

WBTT presents JoAnna Ford in her triumphant return to the stage

WBTT's Independent Artist Program showcase on June 6 will be ‘JoAnna Ford’s Heart Wide Open: A Musical Lesson of Vulnerability’

All Faiths Food Bank announces staff promotions across development, HR teams

Advancements underscore continued investment in internal leadership and organizational growth

Project Pride, Senior Friendship Centers to present Silver Pride 2026 on June 6

Collaboration will celebrate LGBTQ+ community members ages 50+ during free Pride Month event at Senior Friendship Centers

WBTT to present limited run of ‘Confederates’

Two-week run of dramatic play by Dominique Morisseau will be presented in the Howard J. Millman Black Box Theatre at WBTT

Registration is Now Open for OLLI at Ringling College's Summer Semester: May 18-July 10

The summer semester features more than 40 classes, events, programs, and tours covering a wide variety of topics.

Sarasota Jewish Theatre Receives $10,000 Grant from The Exchange

Funds will support the 2027 Howard Millman Performance Series

WBTT creates a ‘Boogie Wonderland’ during April Fête

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s annual spring fundraiser brings in over $255,000 in support of its education programs

Project Pride SRQ names interim executive director

Recent board president Justyn Hunter-Ceruti will take the reins of LGBTQ+ advocacy group

The Altar Fellowship Announces AGAPE 2026 Gala Honoring Nate Jacobs and the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

The Altar Fellowship’s AGAPE Gala Returns, Honoring Nate Jacobs and the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe with First Youth Impact Award

St. Armands retail building fully leased after Hurricane Helene damage

Chocolate Emporium’s 1,446-square-foot lease completes full occupancy at rebuilt property

Spring Art & Home Celebration Showcases Debbie Dannheiser’s Signature Collection in Sarasota

Local Artist Brings Her Beautiful Artwork to Every Day Living

Goodwill Manasota fetes 2026 Community Ambassadors of the Year

Nonprofit organization recognizes outstanding advocates, supporters and one special team member during celebratory luncheon

Grants support hunger relief efforts in Sarasota and DeSoto counties

Ten contributions totaling more than $140,700 awarded to All Faiths Food Bank in support of programs that help neighbors experiencing hunger

First Tee Sarasota/Manatee to present ‘Sip & Shop’ at J.McLaughlin on May 2

Event will feature sips and bites, with a portion of sales benefiting organization that provides youth development through golf

Safe Children Coalition Foundation closes out Youth Shelter Campaign

Capping gift of $500,000 helped SCC to reach nearly $10 million to build new shelter for homeless youths in Florida’s Circuit 12