The Education Foundation of Sarasota County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new office, located at 2000 Webber Street in Sarasota. The staff was joined by donors, sponsors, district partners, and community members to mark the milestone and officially announce the naming of the new office as the Tom and Sherry Koski LaunchPad. Founded nearly 40 years ago by Shirley Ritchey, the Education Foundation was established to strengthen public education through partnerships and direct support for students and educators. For 37 years, the organization was headquartered at The Landings, the School District of Sarasota County’s administrative complex, a location that allowed close collaboration with district leadership and rapid response to school-based needs.  Designed to be visible, welcoming, and accessible, the new location reinforces the Foundation’s belief that access to support and opportunity matters. Since moving into the space in mid-November, staff collaboration and cross-program alignment have increased, positioning the organization for continued impact across Sarasota County public schools.

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