Wilson-Wood Foundation funds early education for area families

Grant of $15,000 will support Safe Children Coalition's 'HIPPY' program, for low-income families with preschool-age children

Tickets now on sale for All Faiths Food Bank’s Bowls of Hope fundraiser

Food from the area’s best restaurants – serving delicious soups, entrees and desserts – takes center stage during popular annual event

Sertoma Kids, Inc. to offer free hearing screenings for children on September 15

Mobile van from Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida will be available to test kids from 3-6 p.m. at Sertoma Kids’ clinic

Easterseals Southwest Florida welcomes families to new school year

Easterseals offers the opportunity for children of all abilities to shine; Enrollment Fair taking place on October 17

Safe Children Coalition hosts first-of-its kind Fatherhood Initiative regional gathering

Program partners gather to identify needs, close gaps and create stronger supports to equip fathers with crucial resources

All Faiths Food Bank earns another ‘Top Workplace’ award

Herald-Tribune names food bank/hunger relief organization as a Top Workplace 2026 honoree for employee satisfaction, workplace culture

All Faiths Food Bank recognized as one of Florida’s ‘Best Companies To Work For’

For the fourth year, local food bank/hunger relief organization honored by Florida Trend for workplace culture, employee satisfaction

Foundation match bolsters Harvest House's new affordable housing project, Lakeview Village

Gulf Coast Community Foundation and its donors provide $500,000 in matching funds designated toward 25 affordable rental housing units

WBTT presents first Young Artist Program showcase of 2026-2027 season

Young artist Charlotte Corporan stars in her original showcase ‘BUT I CAN!’ on August 22, 2026

Safe Children Coalition program helps to keep families together

Child welfare organization’s growing Prevention and Diversion program provides targeted interventions to children and families at risk

Goodwill Industries-Manasota opens Bargain Barn at former Tervis headquarters

New Sustainability and Logistics Center at Triple Diamond Blvd. brings shopping, regional distribution, and mission impact to Venice

Recent grant supports WBTT’s upcoming theatre season

Funding of $40,000 from The Shubert Foundation will provide general operating support for Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Safe Children Coalition launches case management training program

Child welfare organization launches the new statewide preservice training program, The Florida Academy, for child welfare professionals

Sunshine From Darkness, Herrera Psychology present Youth Resiliency Coping Skills Workshop

Students enrolled in the Sarasota Teen Court Summer Camp benefited from activities to strengthen their mental wellness

Multiple funders support hunger relief efforts in Sarasota and DeSoto counties

Eight contributions totaling $75,000 awarded to All Faiths Food Bank in support of programs that help neighbors experiencing hunger

All Faiths Food Bank prepares community for hurricane season

Organization in Sarasota and DeSoto counties provides food, water, emergency supplies and critical resources before, during, after a storm

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 and a talent showcase

Safe Children Coalition names Diane Ewen as new controller

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

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 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

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

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

Goodwill Industries-Manasota, Inc. leases remaining 54,000 square feet at former Tervis headquarters

Space will serve as Goodwill’s newest Sustainability & Logistics Center

Goodwill Industries-Manasota promotes two, hires one new team member

Three new VPs will support nonprofit organization through work in real estate, safety and risk management, and information systems

All Faiths Food Bank announces new hires, leadership promotions

Changes reflect organization’s commitment to recruiting a diverse, community-rooted team aligned with the populations it supports

All Faiths Food Bank launches 13th annual Campaign Against Summer Hunger

Summer food program becomes even more critical amid soaring costs and devastating federal cuts to assistance programs

Safe Children Coalition celebrates futures reimagined during Giving Breakfast

Child welfare organization recognizes community leaders and partners, and announces the completion of its Youth Shelter Campaign

WBTT announces auditions for free ‘Stage of Discovery’ musical theatre camp

Now entering its 11th year, free summer arts program offers teens rigorous training in dance, acting, singing and other disciplines