Philanthropy–Nonprofits

By Laura Lyon
January 29, 2025

Tampa-based community nonprofit awarded $15 million grant

The funds will be used to construct a development center and infrastructure.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Laura Lyon
January 28, 2025

Prominent Tampa beer entrepreneur donates $2M to USF for two causes

The longtime craft brew businessman is generating philanthropic buzz.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
January 24, 2025

Naples billionaire: Why and how he's giving away his fortune

Scrappy self-made Naples billionaire Tom Golisano is approaching $1 billion in lifetime donations to nonprofits. Business principles guide his giving.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Elizabeth King
January 16, 2025

Historic $25 million grant to fund nature experience in Naples

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida received a record donation from the John & Carol Walter Family Foundation.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Laura Lyon
December 19, 2024

Clearwater boy scout, troop break national popcorn sale records

After rigorous goal setting and sales, Troop 313 has popped to the top.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
December 13, 2024

EPA awards Lee County, foundation nearly $20M for disaster readiness

Funds will be spread through four hubs.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Elizabeth King
December 10, 2024

Gulf Coast Community Foundation names VP of community leadership

Erin Minor, who has been CEO of the nonprofit Harvest House since 2018, will step into a new role at a philanthropic organization.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Laura Lyon
November 27, 2024

Community Foundation Tampa Bay adds new duo to board

The additions are in response to momentum following the hurricane season.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Monica Roman Gagnier
November 20, 2024

Prominent national circus performers to step down from Sarasota nonprofit

Pedro Reis and Dolly Jacobs are succeeded by 16-year veteran Jennifer Mitchell, who has been named president and CEO.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Elizabeth King
November 19, 2024

Naples philanthropist, Paychex founder gives $85M to SWFL nonprofits

Tom Golisano credits his company and its employees with enabling him to donate on a wide and sustained scale.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Laura Lyon
November 16, 2024

Tampa hospital foundation receives $8.5M from single donor

Author and publisher Helen A. Rich, who received care at Tampa General Hospital, donated $8.5 million with the goal of creating a breast cancer center within the TGH Cancer Institute.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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.