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SRQ DAILY Mar 6, 2024

Wednesday Philanthropy Edition

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Wednesday Philanthropy Edition

"It has become critical for community members not only to have access to the internet and related devices but also that they know how to use them."

- Margie Genter, Vice President, Goodwill Manasota.
 

[Family Event]  The Kiwanis Club of Manatee River Hosts Family Festival March 9
Barbie Heit, barbie.heit@srqme.com

This Saturday, The Kiwanis Club of Manatee River will present their inaugural Family Festival.

A fun and free event for families and children of all ages, the Family Festival will include delicious food, a variety of vendors including The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, live entertainment all day and a raffle with great prizes. Twenty eight bicycles will be given away throughout the day and there will be two drawings for gift certificates to be used toward the purchase of a new bicycle. The festival will feature something for every family member, such as free medical, dental and eye exams for children and adults, as well as mammograms which require insurance coverage.

The Kiwanis Club of Manatee River, a social service organization dedicated to helping families and children in Manatee County, was established in August 2023 and sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Bradenton. The organization strives to empower the community by providing access to essential resources and services. Their mission is to help families live fulfilling, healthy, and happy lives by addressing their needs and supporting their growth. The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, working to provide and support high-quality school readiness opportunities for all children and their families, is the title sponsor for the festival. Other sponsors include: Marriott Palmetto Resort & Spa, Kiwanis Club of Bradenton, Ryder Bikes, Ken Christy Insurance, Manatee Performing Arts Center, Bradenton Magazine, Freedom Village Bradenton, All About Kids Pediatric Dentist, Amaryllis Marketing, Discount Med Direct, plus more than 30 other businesses.

Saturday, March 9, 2024 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 3rd Street West, Bradenton FL Across from Manatee Performing Arts Center. 

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[Leadership]  Barancik Foundation's Romanoff Selected for Change Leaders in Philanthropy Fellowship

Kelly Romanoff, senior vice president for strategy and evaluation at Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, has been selected as a 2023-24 Change Leaders in Philanthropy Fellow.  The fellowship is a program of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO), an international membership organization of more than 5,000 funders committed to transforming the practice and culture of philanthropy to help nonprofits and communities thrive. The Change Leaders in Philanthropy Fellowship is a nearly year-long peer-learning program for senior executives responsible for key change efforts within their organizations.  Romanoff is one of 20 leaders across the sector who were chosen for the 2023-24 program. At Barancik Foundation, Romanoff manages a portfolio of initiatives and grants and leads the Foundation’s efforts to assess and learn from its work in order to inform future funding decisions and strategic direction.  She has led the creation and development of several major regional initiatives, including First 1,000 Days Suncoast, which is a network of accessible services for vulnerable families during and immediately following pregnancy. Romanoff has been participating in small-group activities for two months in advance of the formal fellowship program, which runs from March through September.  This is the sixth cohort of GEO’s Change Leaders in Philanthropy Fellowship. 

[Donation]  Aviva Senior Living Receives $1 Million Donation

Aviva Senior Living, the Suncoast’s only not-for-profit rental residential community offering a continuum of care, is thrilled to announce a generous donation of $1 million. This contribution, made by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, will spearhead capital upgrades across the Aviva campus, enhancing the environment for residents and advancing the promise of providing a community where seniors can live extraordinary lives. Aviva’s director of building and environmental services, Adam Talaat, worked with the donor to assist in identifying the priorities for improvements on the Aviva Campus. Initial campus projects include: Exterior painting of the Kobernick House, rejuvenating the aesthetic appeal of the independent living residence; Installation of a new roof for the Anchin Pavilion, ensuring structural integrity and long-term durability; Replacement of the elevator in the Anchin Pavilion, enhancing accessibility and convenience for residents. The donation will be celebrated at the upcoming Eight Over 80 Brunch on Sunday, March 10 at Michael’s On East when Aviva will honor eight community leaders who have brought positive change through community outreach, philanthropic spirit, and other charitable endeavors. 

[Nonprofit Event]  U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan Meets With Early Learning Advocates

U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan recently met with 37 community leaders from Manatee and Sarasota counties to discuss the current childcare crisis in the region given the early learning sector’s workforce shortage, lack of providers, and rising cost of care. The gathering was organized by the Manatee Community Foundation (MCF), which hosted the event, the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance (LWRBA), and the Women’s Resource Center (WRC). Attendees included senior executives from local chambers, economic development corporations, community foundations, the early learning coalitions, school districts, and nonprofits for both counties. 

Pictured: (Left to right): Ashely Brown (CEO, Women’s Resource Center), U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan, Brittany Lamont (CEO, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance), and Veronica Thames (Executive Director, Manatee Community Foundation) at a recent meetin

[Nonprofit News]  Goodwill Partners with The Patterson Foundation for Digital Navigator Event on March 11

On Monday, March 11, The Patterson Foundation will present a Digital Access Enrollment Event, hosted by Goodwill Manasota. This event takes place at Goodwill’s Selby/Newtown Community Resource Center (1781 Dr. Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota) between 1-4 p.m. A team of Trained Digital Navigators provided by The Patterson Foundation will assist in connecting families and individuals with opportunities to obtain digital connectivity, devices, skills, and support. One-on-one digital navigation assistance will be provided during the March 11 event. Once an appointment is completed, participants will receive $50 gift cards and one-year membership subscriptions to the Sarasota Technology User Group for further digital skills training. An ever-widening gap exists between individuals and families connected with the three essential elements of digital access and those who are not. The three essential elements of digital access are connectivity (affordable, reliable, high-speed internet), devices, and digital skills training and support. The Patterson Foundation, a fully endowed charitable entity located in Sarasota, Fla., created the Digital Navigator Program as part of its Digital Access for All initiative. The purpose of this program is to train local nonprofits on ways to connect asset-limited families and individuals with opportunities to obtain digital connectivity, devices, skills, and support. “It has become critical for community members not only to have access to the internet and related devices but also that they know how to use them,” said Goodwill Manasota vice president Margie Genter. “The internet is essential in providing access to job opportunities, education, health care, social services, and more. We are pleased to partner with The Patterson Foundation in an effort to decrease the digital divide and increase equitable access to the digital world.” To enroll for the March 11 event, visit bit.ly/digitalaccessenrollmentMarch11. Email Kiarra Louis at klouis@thepattersonfoundation.org with any questions. For more about Goodwill, visit experiencegoodwill.org or call 941-355-2721. 

Pictured: Trained Digital Navigators provided by The Patterson Foundation will connect individuals and families with opportunities to obtain low-cost Internet, devices, and training and support Provided photo/The Patterson Foundation.

[Fundraising Event]  Art 4 Kids: A Motorsports Pop-Up Gallery at The James

Kart 4 Kids is hosting Art 4 Kids: A Motorsports Pop-Up Gallery at The James Museum the week of the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. Led by two-time St. Pete Grand Prix winner, Sébastien Bourdais, Kart 4 Kids is the largest third-party fundraiser for Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital with contributions of over $1.6 million. The art gallery features more than 80 pieces of motorsports art and photography from nearly 30 artists, including some of the most prominent names in racing art. Open March  6th – 10th during normal museum hours and included in the admission. March 9th from 6 – 8pm is a reception that is free and open to the public. 

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[Fundraising Event]  Florida Winefest Returns to Sarasota March 14-16

The public is invited to attend the 34th Annual Florida Winefest & Auction, toasting Sarasota's culinary rock stars as they help raise awareness and funds for our most worthy cause: our children. Florida Winefest & Auction is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and raising funds for charitable causes in Sarasota and Manatee Counties. For the past 33 years, this popular event has awarded over $9.3 million dollars benefitting 95 local disadvantaged children charities. A series of Wine & Winemaker dinners will be held March 14, 15, and 16th: Thursday, March 14th - Williamson Wine Dinner SAGE restaurant, 1216 First Street, Sarasota  $250 all inclusive at  6:30 pm. Friday, March 15th - Napa/Sonoma Boutique Wine Pairing Dinner, Cafe Barbossa, 5501 Palmer Crossing Circle, Sarasota, $250 all inclusive  at 6 pm. Saturday, March 16th - Castello Banfi Wine Pairing Dinner SAGE restaurant, 1216 First Street, Sarasota  $250 all inclusive at  6:30 pm. “Every year, the Florida Winefest & Auction is a highly anticipated fun-filled event that brings wine enthusiasts and our community together, all while making a positive impact on the lives of local disadvantaged youth,” said Board Chair, Sandy Loevner. “We invite you to join us for these amazing wine dinners."  To purchase tickets before they sell out, please visit: www.floridawinefest.org. 

Pictured: Sarasota's Florida Winefest Board members Paul Mattison and Chris Covelli.



[SOON]  GALA: Third Annual Polo for Parkinsons , March 24, 11am
The third annual Polo for Parkinsons fundraiser will be held at the Sarasota Polo grounds on Sunday, March 24, 2024. This annual fundraising event presented by Parkinson Place raises awareness for Parkinson Place Center, where community members with Parkinsons disease and other movement disorders, as well as their caregivers, can come together for support and participate in over 85 classes and activities. Companies, organizations and individuals have the opportunity to participate in this Luau-themed event. Sponsorships range from $10,000 to $1,000 with individual tickets priced at $100 per person. Parkinson Place Center will welcome you to the Polo Pavilion on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 11am. Lunch will be catered at Noon with the Polo match starting at 1pm. For more information about tickets and sponsorship opportunities please call Suzanne Hudson-Smith, CFRE at 941-210-6275 or shudsonsmith@parkinsonplace.org.
[SOON]  GALA: 2024 Transformation Gala , March 22, 5-10pm
The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation proudly announces the return of the 2024 Transformation Gala on Friday, March 22, 2024 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Featuring Kristin Chenoweth, New York Times best-selling author and Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer, the 2024 Transformation Gala promises an incredible evening dedicated to experiencing the transformative power of the arts. Set along the beautiful waterfront of Sarasota Bay, the 22nd annual event supports the PAFs vision for a new Performing Arts Center and its transformative arts education work that touches the lives of more than 33,000 educators, military families, and students. The night begins with a bayside cocktail celebration and exceptional dining catered by Michael’s on East, followed by a thrilling concert featuring Tony Award-winning artist Kristin Chenoweth in the Van Wezel Hall. The celebration concludes with a rocking private afterparty in the grand foyer. Proceeds from the gala help to fund PAF educational programs, support our partnered educational programs at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, contribute to the planning of the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center, and solidify the future of the arts in Sarasota. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit sarasotaperformingartsfoundation.org.
[SOON]  SPORTS: Wellen Park Half Marathon and 5K , March 16, 7:45am

Wellen Park invites the community to participate in its second annual Half Marathon and 5K, presented by Hotwire Communications, Saturday, March 16, 2024. The 13.1-mile course is certified by USA Track and Field. Both races start and finish at Solis Hall in Downtown Wellen, with an awards ceremony to recognize male and female winners in the following categories: overall, masters, grand masters, senior grandmasters, veterans grandmasters and top three finishers in each age group. Runners and attendees are encouraged to dress up and celebrate St. Patricks Day with festive green gear. Attendees will also enjoy live music from Solis Hall’s outdoor stage, beverages and food from different Downtown Wellen restaurants and The Yard eateries. The half marathon is open to runners 15 and older and starts at 7:30 a.m. The 5K run starts at 7:45 a.m. and is open to runners and walkers of all ages, with strollers and leashed dogs permitted. The half marathon and the 5K have also been cleared for disabled runners. The course is flat, paved and will be well-marked. Entry fees are $85 for the half marathon and $35 for the 5K, spots are limited. Registration for the half marathon and 5K closes March 15 at 5 p.m. Registration and event details, such as race packet pick-up, are available at runsignup.com/Race/FL/Venice/WellenParkHalfMarathonand5K.

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Grant Writing 101, How to Create a Grant Proposal , March 14, 1pm
Applying for a grant involves the art of grant writing, a task that can be just as challenging as finding the grant itself. In this webinar, we'll teach you the grant writing skills you will need to craft compelling grant proposals to help increase your chances of securing funding. Our expert presenter will explain the application process, what a grant proposal is and how it can help you apply for grants. Finally, our presenter will guide you through developing a standard grant proposal that can be utilized across multiple funding opportunities. Free, online webinar. score.org/manasota.
[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: Lunch and Learn , March 13, 11:30am-1pm
Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast for an in-depth look at the role we play in protecting the places that make a difference in our community, giving us clean water to drink, protected habitat for plants and animals, beautiful natural places to enjoy, great spots to hike and fish, and a world-class shoreline. During this one-hour presentation, we will discuss the history of our organization, programs, past and present initiatives, and ways for you to become a part of our conservation community. As a special bonus, after lunch, we will take you on a guided tour of Bay Preserve. Registration for this free event is required and space is limited. To learn more and register, visit conservationfoundation.com.
[SOON]  MUSEUM: Free Second Sundays , March 10 – December 8, 11am-5pm

Enjoy a day of art and family fun at Sarasota Art Museum. On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free admission for visitors, special performances, and art-making activities for the whole family. To learn more, visit sarasotaartmuseum.org.

[SOON]  GALA: Garden to Plate Wine Dinner , March 8, 6-9pm
Join us on the Great Lawn of Selby Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus for a casually elegant outdoor Garden to Plate dining experience. Enjoy fine wines selected by Michael Klauber that complement a multi-course dinner personally designed by Phil Mancini. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit selby.org.
[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Circus Sarasota , February 16 – March 10, Various times

Each year, Circus Sarasota the professional arm of the Circus Arts Conservatory, offers a showcase of top global circus artists performing in a one-ring traditional circus setting. Featuring new and innovative acts, the Circus Sarasota 2024 production will offer high-flying action, heart-stopping thrills, laugh-out-loud comedic antics, and acts that defy both expectations and the boundaries of physical limitations. Circus Sarasota runs Friday, February 16-Sunday, March 10, 2024; showtimes are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 2 and 7 p.m.; Fridays at 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 1 and 5 p.m. Performances take place under a brand new, custom-designed Big Top at Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota. Tickets are $30-$80, and there is a 20 percent discount on the opening week, thanks to support from WWSB ABC 7. Parking can be secured on-site for $10. Visit circusarts.org or call the Box Office at 941-355-9805.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: You Are Worthy Life Enrichment Workshop , February 15 – April 11, 6-8pm
The Womens Resource Center presents You Are Worthy, an eight-week series moderated by Chris Florand and Denise Whalin. This in-person series is part of the Womens Resource Center’s life enrichment programs and helps participants improve self-confidence, boundary-setting, and negotiation skills. No program the week of March 14. The program is $25 for all sessions and takes place at WRCs Sarasota office at 340 S. Tuttle Ave. To register, please call 941-256-9721 or visit mywrc.org/youareworthy.
[SOON]  GALLERY: Embracing Our Differences , January 24 – April 14, Various times
Embracing Our Differences celebrates its 21st anniversary this year. Visit the exhibit at the downtown Bayfront Park in Sarasota. The winning artworks combine a deep understanding of both medium and message. Awards are given for Best-in-Show Adult, Best-in-Show Student, and Peoples Choice categories, with the last chosen by visitors to the exhibit. Adult winners each receive $2,000, and students receive $2,000 to be split with their school’s art or writing program. The statements accompanying each artwork are also vital and provide insight into our common humanity as well as the differences that make us all unique. For more information, visit www.embracingourdifferences.org.
[SOON]  SCIENCE AND NATURE: Coffee with a Scientist , December 12 – March 26, 10am

Join us for our Coffee With A Scientist series, a free public event held on Tuesdays in Boca Grande and hosted by Mote Marine Laboratory. Hear from Mote scientists on January 16, February 13 and March 26 as they share with you the latest in their groundbreaking research and their plans for the future with a Q and A session to follow. On Visit mote.org/pages/coffee to sign up and for more information.

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Sights and Sounds at Waterside Place , July 28 – May 31, 6 to 9 p.m.

Head out to Waterside Place for a rocking evening as part of the Lakewood Ranch Sights and Sounds Program. Enjoy a live concert in partnership with Easterseals and EveryoneRocks, featuring artists who are rocking their spectrum. This event is free and open to the public; there is limited seating at the Plaza, but attendees are welcome to bring their own seats. Food and beverages will be available from numerous Waterside Place merchants. For more information on shows, dates, and times, visit lakewoodranch.com/sights-sounds/. Waterside Place, 1560 Lakefront Dr., Sarasota.

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Business Networking and Cowork Session , August 22 – June 25, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Attention all business professionals. Join us for a productive and inspiring coworking event every Tuesday at Out and About Coffee in downtown Sarasota. Take advantage of this opportunity to network and collaborate with fellow professionals in a relaxed and comfortable environment. Limited spots available, so register now on Eventbrite. O and A Coffee Supply, 1316 Main St., Sarasota.

[SOON]  GALLERY: Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens , November 11 – August 31, N/a

Clyde Butcher: Nature Through the Lens will be on view through August 31, 2024 at the Historic Spanish Point campus. Selby Gardens is excited to present the extraordinary imagery of photographer and conservationist Clyde Butcher throughout the grounds of the Historic Spanish Point campus. Large-scale prints on aluminum of Butcher’s beautiful photographs of plants, animals, and habitats of Florida will be exhibited amid the natural landscape of the 30-acre waterfront preserve, enabling the public to engage with the artist’s work like never before. In the tradition of earlier landscape photographers like Ansel Adams, Butcher captures the beauty and majesty of America’s natural treasures in dramatic black and white. The unique environments of Florida have been subjects of particular interest to Butcher since the 1980s, when he was first introduced to the magic and mystery of sites such as Big Cypress National Preserve and Everglades National Park. Nature Through the Lens will include Butcher’s photographs of regional locales such as Myakka River State Park and Casey Key. This exhibition is presented in partnership with the Clyde Butcher Gallery & Studio in Venice, Florida. For more information, visit selby.org.

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Global Issues , January 9 – March 29, Various times
2024 marks the 53rd anniversary of Sarasota Institute of the Lifetime Learning Global Issues series. This hard-hitting series, which runs January 9-March 29, features 24 internationally renowned experts discussing a vast range of domestic and global issues. The lectures are presented on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Sarasota; Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m. at the Venice Community Center in Venice; and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 5 p.m. at the Cornerstone Church in Lakewood Ranch. Lectures will also be available for purchase on video. https://sillsarasota.org/index.htm.
[SOON]  MUSIC: Jazz Thursdays , January 11 – June 13, 5:30 pm-8 pm

Join us for live jazz at Sarasota Art Museum, hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota, featuring Hot Club of SRQ, and extended hours in the galleries, Bistro, and SHOP. Sip on refreshing cocktails and enjoy small bites in the Bistro. Each second Thursday of the month features a different style of jazz, from straight-ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing-programmed in partnership with Jazz Club of Sarasota. Galleries are open until 7 pm on Jazz Thursdays. Learn more and purchase tickets at sarasotaartmuseum.org.

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