Season of Sharing, the annual campaign providing temporary financial assistance to families and individuals in crisis in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee and Sarasota counties, returns for its 27th year Sunday, Nov. 8. Created by the Community Foundation of Sarasota County in partnership with the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, the campaign helps residents cover basic expenses such as housing, utilities, child care and transportation. The Patterson Foundation will continue to support community giving throughout Season of Sharing, contributing $100,000 for every $500,000 raised by the community through Jan. 31, 2027. The Foundation has given more than $11 million in matching funds and other contributions to Season of Sharing since 2010, including $700,000 during last year’s campaign, which raised $4.2 million. Donations to Season of Sharing can be made online at cfsarasota.org, by calling 941-556-2399, or by mailing a check addressed to Season of Sharing, Community Foundation of Sarasota County, 2635 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, FL 34237.

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