Easterseals Southwest Florida Celebrates 80 Years with Gala Raising Over $1.07 Million for Individuals with Disabilities

The Giving Coast

Easterseals Southwest Florida marked a major milestone as its 80th Anniversary Gala on March 7 raised more than $1.07 million to support children, adults, and families living with disabilities across the Suncoast. The evening brought together nearly 460 guests and featured remarks from journalist and disability advocate Will Reeve, along with a moving performance by internationally acclaimed violinist Adrian Anantawan and a powerful moment from Sgt. Steve Morin, a graduate of the Operation1Stride program at Easterseals Ranch. To learn more about Easterseals Southwest Florida or to support its mission, visit www.easterseals-swfl.org.

« View The Wednesday Mar 18, 2026 SRQ Daily Edition
« Back To SRQ Daily Archive

Read More

  SMH's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Sponsors Documentary Following Breast Cancer Survivors to World Championships

SMH's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Sponsors Documentary Following Breast Cancer Survivors to World Championships

Oct 21, 2026

Stride with Hope at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of Sarasota Manatee

Stride with Hope at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk of Sarasota Manatee

Oct 21, 2026

Sarasota Man with IDD Celebrates One Year at Sarasota Ford

Sarasota Man with IDD Celebrates One Year at Sarasota Ford

Barbie Heit | Oct 21, 2026

All Faiths Food Bank Launches ThankFULL Campaign in Advance of Holiday Season

All Faiths Food Bank Launches ThankFULL Campaign in Advance of Holiday Season

Oct 21, 2026