Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards $445,000 in New Grants, Providing Broad Support to Nearly 30 Organizations

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The Community Foundation of Sarasota County recently awarded $445,000 in Community Impact grants to 28 nonprofits, boosting organizations doing critical work in a wide variety of fields. The funds will go toward programs that support families facing food insecurity, individuals struggling with mental health challenges and substance use disorders, people with conditions like epilepsy and Parkinson’s, survivors of domestic and sexual violence, students overcoming learning disabilities and more. Of the 28 organizations awarded Community Impact grants, 10 also received Capacity Building grants. Those are intended to help nonprofits increase their fundraising ability and develop strategic plans, key steps as they work toward greater long-term sustainability.

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