Season of Sharing has raised more than $1 million to help families and individuals on the verge of homelessness. This latest milestone sparked a second $100,000 contribution from The Patterson Foundation. During Season of Sharing, The Patterson Foundation will give $100,000 each time the community raises $500,000. So far, the foundation has contributed $200,000 to the 2016-2017 campaign. Each $100,000 incentive contributed during Season of Sharing will help at least 100 additional families in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties maintain stable housing by providing targeted financial assistance for vital needs like rent, utilities, car repair and other emergency expenses. The annual campaign, created by the Herald-Tribune Media Group in partnership with the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, gives 100 percent of all donations directly to those in need. Each year, staff of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, the Herald-Tribune Media Group and more than 50 nonprofit organizations donate hundreds of hours for project management, administration and creative planning to allow Season of Sharing to serve the community without any operating expenses.

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