Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards More Than $2.1 Million in Scholarships to 500-Plus Students

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As the 2025-2026 school year comes to a close, students around the region are making plans for the next steps in their educational journey, and more than 500 of those students are doing so with financial assistance from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The foundation recently awarded more than $2.1 million in scholarships to 566 students, helping everyone from recent high school graduates heading off to college for the first time to students returning to school in search of a degree or certification that will enhance their careers. This wide-ranging mix of opportunities reflects the foundation’s goal of supporting students at all levels, regardless of where they are on their educational path. Overall, 636 scholarships were awarded this spring, with some students receiving multiple forms of support.

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