Philanthropy–Nonprofits

By Elizabeth King
October 30, 2024

Sarasota roofing firm provides pick-me-up with crane for water skiing nonprofit

Despite seeing his business multiply after the storm, the president of Sutter Roofing says he believes it's important to take time out to help the community.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Elizabeth King
October 29, 2024

Lee Health, with competitive forces swirling, becomes private nonprofit

The largest employer in Lee County has changed its business model.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Laura Lyon
October 25, 2024

Tampa Bay foster care nonprofit launches next phase of $8M campaign

The funds will build A Kid’s Place of Tampa Bay a new center and expand other services.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Laura Lyon
October 15, 2024

Tampa attorney gives youth in foster care hand with new app

Taylor Sartor takes an innovative approach to helping young people in the foster care system know their rights.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Business Observer Staff
October 11, 2024

Sarasota-based foundation pledges $3 million in hurricane relief

Multiple counties involved in program.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Observer Staff
October 8, 2024

Foundation offers Helene relief to food and beverage workers

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation has partnered with Southern Smoke Foundation to help Helene-impacted local service workers bridge financial gaps during recorvery.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Elizabeth King
October 7, 2024

Sarasota nonprofit names new president/CEO

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast identified its new leader following a national search.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Laura Lyon
October 4, 2024

Variety of businesses, nonprofits announce large Hurricane Helene donations

From Walmart and Lowe's to the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay, donations are coming in quickly.

Florida

By Laura Lyon
October 1, 2024

Tampa Electric donates to local organizations after Hurricane Helene

The funds are intended to aid the communities affected by the storm.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Laura Lyon
September 26, 2024

Noted Tampa businessmen host barbecue fundraiser for pal’s rare disease

The cook-off has grown to host thousands for 13 years in a row.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Laura Lyon
August 30, 2024

Tampa nonprofit tech incubator CEO to step down

Lakshmi Shenoy, CEO of Tampa innovation hub Embarc Collective, announced she will be stepping down from her post effective Jan. 1, 2025.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Laura Lyon
August 28, 2024

Two Tampa Bay nonprofits to receive mental health funding grants

Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state's Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, is providing $2.4 million to seven nonprofits for mental well-being services and support.