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Co-chairs Sherry and Tom Koski, Pauline Wamsler and Teri Hansen
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  • December 11, 2023
Art Bash: Walking in an Industrial Wonderland

Sarasota Art Museum's Dec. 9 fundraiser welcomed guests to a theme inspired by art in the museum's winter exhibitions.

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Joan Castellani, President and CEO Jessica Hays and Director of Development Mary Ellen Mancini
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  • Janet Combs
  • December 8, 2023
SPARCC luncheon gathers toys just in time for the holidays

The annual holiday tradition gathers gifts, gift cards and toys for the smallest survivors of domestic violence in the community.

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Bill Johnson and Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast President Christine Johnson with Marie Baumann and Pam Bournival
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  • December 5, 2023
Feast Upon the Fields connects patrons with the nature they protect

More than 300 people attended Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast’s annual outdoor luncheon Dec. 3.

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Gary Heard, Brian Hersh, Sarasota Orchestra President and CEO Joseph McKenna and Chandler Pennington
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  • December 4, 2023
Patrons get a sneak peek of Sarasota orchestra’s Masterworks No. 2

At the Sarasota Orchestra’s Masterworks dinner series, patrons learned more about the performance ahead.

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Co-chairs August and Rochelle Curley and Jen Keller
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  • December 3, 2023
Florida Center for Early Childhood hosts Luminous Tide winter gala

The nonprofit's 36th annual winter gala delighted with a display of elegance.

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Ken Freeman with Robyn and Bill Sadlo, CEO
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  • November 24, 2023
Boys & Girls Clubs honors DiDomenicos at Champions for Children

The annual gala spotlighted the work Jaime and Julie DiDomenico have done for the organization.

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Best Shoe of the day winner was Chrissy Albice
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  • Janet Combs
  • November 21, 2023
Sarasota goes head over heels at Wine, Women & Shoes

Forty Carrots' annual event didn't disappoint on the footwear, fashion or fun.

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Event chairs, Drs. Joel and Gail Morganroth and Deb Kabinoff, award recipient Larry Thompson and event chairs Marcy and Michael Klein
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  • November 20, 2023
AJC honors Larry Thompson for leadership at annual dinner

The president of Ringling College of Art and Design received AJC’s prestigious National Legacy of Leadership Award on Nov. 16.

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Co-chairs Autumn McConnell and Terri Klauber, Co-founder Graci McGillicuddy and Lisa Jackson
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  • November 20, 2023
All Star Children's Foundation lights up the night with Twinkle Ball

The foster care nonprofit held its inaugural gala Nov. 14 at Michael’s On East.

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Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award honoree William Harrison
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  • November 16, 2023
Argus Foundation bestows Lifetime Achievement Award honors

The organization honored Jon Swift and William Harrison at its annual dinner.

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Interim President of the Pines Foundation Andrea Stephens, Jodi Cherry, board Chair Jane Hunder and Pines President and CEO Mike Ward
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  • Janet Combs
  • November 16, 2023
Pines shares wit and wisdom at annual luncheon

Nonprofit senior care center Pines of Sarasota Foundation also celebrated its 75th anniversary with the event.

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Lori and Jay Solomon, president and CEO of Aviva Senior Living
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  • Janet Combs
  • November 15, 2023
Aviva Senior Living keeps the dream alive for seniors

The Jewish senior living community raised funds at its annual dinner to ensure residents can stay in their homes if their funds are diminished.

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Carla Malachowski and honoree Bonnie McIntyre of Resilient Retreat
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  • Ian Swaby
  • November 14, 2023
National Philanthropy Day celebrates nonprofits' impact

The event honored the contributions of 30 individuals and organizations in the Sarasota community.

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Executive Director Julie Leach stops for a photo with Co-chairs Eilene Maupin and Charlie Ann Syprett.
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  • Janet Combs
  • November 14, 2023
WBTT supporters get on the Soul Train again

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe returns to the '70s for its annual fundraiser.

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Flora Major, Artistic Director and CEO Andy Sandberg and board President Carole Crosby
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  • November 14, 2023
Hermitage's Artful Lobster raises record-breaking $292,000

The 15th annual event set a new fundraising milestone to support Hermitage Artist Retreat's programs.

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