Tom Edwards hired as new executive director for Project Pride SRQ

Successful businessman and Sarasota County School Board member will work with leadership to expand focus of LGBTQ+ advocacy nonprofit

Grant to All Faiths Food Bank to help neighbors access financial assistance

Three-year investment of $270,000 from United Way Suncoast to support Benefits Assistance program, promote long-term financial stability

Sunshine From Darkness launches Youth Resiliency program

With successful pilot program in 2024, nonprofit mental health organization expands from middle school to college-age students

Recent grants support All Faiths Food Bank

Seven contributions in excess of $147,000 are awarded to All Faiths Food Bank in support of multiple programs

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe awards 2025 scholarships

Eight students involved with WBTT programs have earned funds toward artistic education and training

Safe Children Coalition’s ‘Back to School Drive’ helps equip area students

School supplies for more than 600 children in foster care and SCC programs were donated and will be distributed in time for new school year

Goodwill Manasota awarded three-year CARF Accreditation

Nonprofit organization recognized for its employment and career services, work on behalf of veterans, strength of leadership, and finances

Grant supports mission of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation will bolster WBTT theatre season, education programs and special events

Recent grants support Safe Children Coalition programs

Two grants totaling $7,000 to support early childhood education and teen leadership diversion and prevention programs

Late employee provides a ‘hand up’ through Goodwill’s education programs

Susan H. Lowy HandUp Educational Fund supporting upskilling training and educational advancement for Goodwill Manasota team members

Safe Children Coalition promotes VP to Chief Legal Officer

In new role, Sarah Hawk, Esq. will provide strategic legal guidance, ensure regulatory compliance and minimize organizational risk

Goodwill Manasota receives funding to bolster financial literacy in community

Three-year grant totaling $192,000 from United Way Suncoast will assist employees and community members in achieving financial stability

Project Pride SRQ has bustling Pride Month

LGBTQ+ advocacy organization held fundraising gala and Pride event for seniors as well as participated in numerous Pride Month events

Diverse Fest a huge success for The Harvest Sarasota

In third year, Pride Month celebration drew 1,500, with live performances, food trucks, children’s activities, tabling by nonprofits & more

Safe Children Coalition’s ‘Back-to-School Drive’ returns for upcoming school year

Child welfare organization’s Back-to-School Drive provides school supplies for children in foster care and SCC programs

Asolo Rep, All Faiths Food Bank partner on ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ matinee

Special ‘Pay What You Will’ matinee performance on June 22 will support hunger relief efforts while making theatre accessible to all

Goodwill receives funding to support GoodPartner Coach program

Grant of $65,000 from The Ralph S. French Charitable Foundation will assist Goodwill in providing career and life coaching to team members

Grant supports Goodwill Manasota’s Pursuit of Education program

Funding of $10,000 from Bishop-Parker Foundation will support education, training for team members seeking academic and career advancement

Project Pride SRQ announces Grand Carnival headliner

LGBTQ+ advocacy organization to welcome renowned singer/songwriter John Duff for Pride Month kick-off event, ‘Grand Carnival: Palm Royale’

Safe Children Coalition earns Council on Accreditation reaccreditation

Child welfare agency reaccredited through expedited process as all ratings in fundamental practice standards were in compliance

The Harvest Sarasota presents Diverse Fest 2025

Pride Month celebration will feature live performances, food trucks, children’s activities, tabling by area nonprofit organizations, & more

Project Pride SRQ announces Pride Month events

LGBTQ+ advocacy organization to celebrate love, diversity and equality during ‘Grand Carnival’ and ‘Silver Pride’ events in late May/June

Sarasota firm recognized among Fastest-Growing RIAs

Forza Wealth Management makes InvestmentNews ranking of fastest-growing fee-only Registered Investment Advisors in the U.S. for 2024

Forza Wealth Management welcomes new Investment Advisory Chair

Diane M. Huntley, CFA to lead Forza's Investment Advisory Board and help guide firm's decision-making process