The Charity Register Part 1
ABOUT THE LIST
It takes more than non-profit status to make this list. We limit our register to not-for-profit organizations located in Sarasota (and those in surrounding counties that serve the Sarasota region) that offer vital community services and are funded by events that are open to the public. We’ve made every effort to include all groups that fit our criteria, and we hope you’ll bring any omissions to our attention so we may include them in our next edition. If you’d like a copy of our standards, or would like to make a comment or suggestion, please contact Pat Haire at SARASOTA Magazine, 601 S. Osprey Ave., Sarasota 34236, or e-mail her at [email protected]
Agape Flights
Resource center for more than 300 missionary families, providing logistic support, including weekly flights for mail and critical and emergency supplies, short-term volunteer teams, distribution of medical and other ministry supplies.
Executive Director: Charles Gardner
Address: 7990 15th St. E.
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 355-5099
Web site: www.agapeflights.com
Mission Statement: Share the gospel and fight disease, poverty and illiteracy by serving missionaries in the Western Hemisphere, primarily in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Volunteer Opportunities: Sort and package medicine and supplies, aircraft maintenance, computer entry, office work, Web page design and maintenance.
Main Fund-raising Event: Missions Banquet—Features displays by cooperating ministries and praise reports from missionaries and short-term volunteers.
Date: January 2004
Location, Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 355-5099
AIDS-Manasota, Inc.
Sarasota’s oldest AIDS service organization providing HIV prevention and support.
Executive Director: Debbie L. Roginski
Address: 1844 17th St.
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 954-6011
Web site: www.aids-manasota.org
Mission Statement: Provide services to those infected or affected by HIV disease; teach prevention and intervention techniques and optimize the quality of life.
Volunteer Opportunities: Peer counseling, massage therapy, office, fund-raising, buddy and companion services.
Main Fund-raising Event: Red Ribbon AIDS Walk—Walk to raise HIV awareness and funds for support services.
Date: March 1, 2004
Location: Bayfront Park
Ticket Price: Donations and pledges accepted.
Event Chair: Stephanie Jones-Byrne
Contact Telephone: (941) 954-6011
All Faiths Food Bank
Solicits, warehouses, processes and distributes food to non-profit agency partners offering hunger relief.
Executive Director: Daniel E. Dunn
Address: 717 Cattlemen Road
Sarasota, FL 34232
Telephone: (941) 379-6333
Web site: www.allfaithsfoodbank.org
Mission Statement: Feed those in need, reduce food waste and educate the community about the issues of hunger in Sarasota and DeSoto counties.
Volunteer Opportunities: Sorters and events.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) McCurdy’s “Laughter Feeds the Soul, Food Feeds the Body”—Fund-raiser hosted by McCurdy’s Comedy Club.
2) Taste of Sarasota—Evening of sampling food and wine from numerous Sarasota restaurants, along with music, exercise and laughter.
3) Taste of the Nation— Evening of sampling food and wine from numerous Sarasota restaurants, along with music, exercise and laughter.
Dates:
1) November 2003
2) April 2004
3) TBA
Locations and Ticket Prices: TBA
Event Chairs:
1) Ann Darling, George Generosa, Les and Pam McCurdy
2) May Jang, Bob Kirshner, Chef Paul Mattison, Ann Andrews
3) TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 379-6333, Aundria Shooks
ALSO for Gay Youth, Inc.
A drop-in center, outreach support groups, HIV education, a youth speak-out panel and diversity training.
Executive Director: Shelley Craig
Address: P.O. Box 7382
Sarasota, FL 34278
Telephone: (941) 951-2576
Web site: www.alsoyouth.org
Mission Statement: Provide peer support services, educational programs, advocacy and referrals for youth dealing with sexual orientation and gender identity issues.
Volunteer Opportunities: Support group facilitators, office work, special events.
Main Fund-raising Event: Annual banquet and awards ceremony—Dinner with awards presented to national and local personalities in recognition of their contributions to ALSO and its mission.
Date: March 2004
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: $125/person
Event Chair: David Lopez, board president
Contact Telephone: (941) 951-2576
Alzheimer’s Association—Florida Gulf Coast Chapter
As an area chapter of the National Alzheimer’s Association, the Florida Gulf Coast Chapter addresses the educational and support needs of those affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a memory-related disorder.
Executive Director: Gloria J.T. Smith
Address: 1230 S. Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34239
Telephone: (941) 365-8883
Mission Statement: Provide a support system for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease through patient and family services, education, advocacy and research.
Volunteer Opportunities: Special events committees, support group facilitation, leadership council, office support and special projects.
Main Fund-raising Event: Memory Walk—Annual national walkathon.
Date: Oct. 18, 2003
Location: Lido Beach pavilion
Ticket Price: Free admission, participating walkers collect donations prior to walk.
Event Chair: Cindy Marino
Contact Telephone: (941) 365-8883
American Cancer Society-Sarasota Unit
Executive Director: Beth Ellen Holimon
Address: 1750 17th St., Suite A
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 365-2858
Web site: www.cancer.org
Mission Statement: Eliminate cancer as a major health problem through prevention and diminish suffering through education, advocacy and service.
Volunteer Opportunities: Cancer education, working with cancer patients, community organizing, fund-raising.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Relay for Life and Gala
2) Cattle Baron’s Ball
Dates:
1) Spring 2004
2) April 3, 2004
Locations:
1) Venice, North Port, Englewood
2) Sarasota Fairgrounds
Ticket Prices:
1) Free
2) $150/person
Event Chairs:
1) Varies by location
2) Jennie Compton
Contact Telephones:
1) (941) 497-4309
2) (941) 365-2858
American Cancer Society-South Sarasota Unit (Venice)
Executive Director: Melinda Mudge
Address: 2100 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34293
Telephone: (941) 497-4309
Web site: www.cancer.org
Mission Statement: Eliminate cancer as a major health problem through prevention and diminish suffering through education, advocacy and service.
Volunteer Opportunities: Cancer education, working with cancer patients, community organizing, fund-raising.
Main Fund-raising Event: Relay for Life and Gala—
Date: Spring 2004
Location: Venice, North Port, Englewood
Ticket Price: None
Event Chair: Varies by location
Contact Telephone: (941) 497-4309
American Heart Association
Executive Director: Terry Bentz
Address: 2975 Bee Ridge Road, Suite B
Sarasota, FL 34239
Telephone: (941) 927-4997
Web site: www.americanheart.org
Mission Statement: Reduce disability and death from cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
Volunteer Opportunities: Heart Walk, Heart Ball, community advocacy.
Main Fund-raising Event: American Heart Walk
Date: Oct. 25, 2003
Location: Siesta Key Beach; G.T. Bray Park
Ticket Price: Pledge event
Event Chair: K.C. Cudney
Contact Telephone: (941) 927-4997
American Lung Association
Provides programs and services to fight lung disease in both children and adults.
Executive Director: Kimberly Titus
Address: 3333 Clark Road, Suite 100
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 377-5864
Web site: www.gulFLung.org
Mission Statement: Promote lung health and ultimately conquer lung disease through education, research and advocacy.
Volunteer Opportunities: Asthma education programs, tobacco-use prevention and fund-raising.
Main Fund-raising Event: 02 Oxygen Ball/Celebrity Corporate Cup Weekend—Cocktail party with oxygen bars and concert; golf tournament with silent and live auctions.
Date: Oct. 24-26, 2003
Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Dr. Kirk and Chris Volker; Dr. Dean and Rachel Hautamaki; Ed Howard, Lincoln Mercury
Contact Telephone: (941) 377-LUNG (5864)
American Red Cross-Southwest Florida
Local chapter of the nationwide volunteer agency that helps individuals and families in need as a result of diasters.
Executive Director: TBA
Address: 2001 Cantu Court
Sarasota, FL 34232
Telephone: (941) 379-9300
Web site: www.southwestflorida.redcross.org
Mission Statement: Promote mutual understanding, protect life and health and prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found.
Volunteer Opportunities: Disaster mitigation, disaster relief, health and safety instruction, clerical, data entry and reception.
Main Fund-raising Event: Celebrating Sarasota’s Heroes—Annual luncheon to honor Sarasota County heroes, including firefighter and police officer of the year, as well as volunteer heroes and corporate community promoters.
Date: March 2004
Location, Ticket Price, Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 379-9300, ext. 224
American Society of Interior Designers (A.S.I.D.) Association IV North Chapter
Professional organization of interior designers and related industries.
Executive Director: Carol Field
Address: 7557 Tamiami Trail S.
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 926-7794
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Promote professional development and education, increase public awareness of A.S.I.D., support community service, encourage and improve participation of membership while attracting new members.
Volunteer Opportunities: Showhouse and reception tour guides.
Main Fund-raising Event: Annual A.S.I.D. Designer Showhouses—Member designers lend their talents to recreating a fabulous bayfront residence, then invite the general public to tour the home. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs, Ringling School of Art and Design, University of Florida and the symphony.
Date: Jan. 17-Feb.15, 2004
Location: 8834 Fisherman’s Bay Drive
Ticket Price: $20/person
Contact Telephone (941) 926-7794
Andrew’s Toybox
Provides toys and books to children with serious or terminal illness.
Executive Directors: Rich and Mary Fimbel
Address: 6501 Gulf Drive N.
Holmes Beach, FL 34217
Telephone: (941) 779-0674
Web site: www.andrewstoybox.org
Mission Statement: Provide smiles to the faces of sick children.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for volunteer opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Toy and book drives by churches, schools, organizations, companies and individuals.
Contact Telephone: (941) 779-0674
Animal Rescue Coalition
Advocacy group for adoptable animals and spay and neuter programs.
Executive Director: Mary Lee Richey
Address: 47 S. Palm Ave., Suite 209
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 957-1955
Web site: www.animalrescuecoalition.org
Mission Statement: End the killing of adoptable cats and dogs in Sarasota County, and promote and support programs involving beneficial relationships between people and companion animals.
Volunteer Opportunities: Events, office and clerical, feral cat program and mobile spay/neuter clinic.
Main Fund-raising Event: Gala 2004, Best in Show—An elegant evening of dinner and dancing.
Date: Jan. 24, 2004
Location: Hyatt Sarasota
Ticket Price: $250/person
Event Chairs: Koni Findlay and Charlie Ann Syprett, honorary chairs Penny Hill and Lee Barsky
Contact Telephone: (941) 957-1955
Art Center Sarasota
Sarasota’s oldest arts and cultural organization.
Executive Director: Lisa-Marie Confessore
Address: 707 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34236-4050
Telephone: (941) 365-2032
Web site: www.artsarasota.org
Mission Statement: Develop, promote and sustain a vital, thriving visual arts climate throughout the community and initiate support and enhance the arts in Sarasota through education and exhibition programs.
Volunteer Opportunities: Greeters for receptions and exhibitions, youth and adult class monitors and reception desk greeter.
Arthritis Foundation/SW FL Chapter
Provides quality programs and services throughout the state, locally and nationally.
Executive Director: Anne Fair Forest
Address: 501 Village Green Parkway, Suite 5
Bradenton, FL 34209
Telephone: (941) 794-1400
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases.
Volunteer Opportunities: Event help, clerical duties and committee help.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Arthritis Walk—Fund-raising 5K walk.
2) Jingle Bell Run—Fund-raising 5K run.
Dates:
1) May 2004
2) December 2003
Locations:
1) Bradenton
2) Sarasota
Ticket Price: N/A
Event Chair: Bridget Gennett
Contact Telephone: (941) 794-1400, ext. 227
Artists Helping Artists
Arts organization that exhibits contemporary works of art, develops programs for visual artists and the general public while assisting other artists with financial grants of $10,000 annually.
Executive Director: Suzette Cushman
Address: P.O. Box 15022
Sarasota, FL 34277
Telephone: (941) 544-6557
Web site: www.artistshelpingartists.net
Mission Statement: Create a fertile and supportive environment for artists to thrive.
Volunteer Opportunities: Special events, board of directors, fund-raising and administrative duties.
Main Fund-raising Event: “Artists Helping Artists”—Exhibition and auction.
Date: March 2004
Location and Event Chair: TBA
Ticket Price: $50/person
Contact Telephone: (941) 544-6557
Asolo Theatre Company
Professional acting company for quality rotating repertory theatre.
Producing Artistic Director: Howard J. Millman
Address: 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 351-8000
Web site: www.asolo.org
Mission Statement: Produce and present high-quality professional theater in a fiscally responsible manner for the community and act as a training ground for FSU graduate students.
Volunteer Opportunities: Ushers, gift shop, administrative, special events including theater dinners and travel fund-raisers.
Main Fund-raising Event: Season Gala—Dinner dance and show benefiting our artistic and educational programs.
Date: Jan. 17, 2004
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Ticket Prices: $275, $500 and $1,000/person
Event Chair: Scott George
Contact Telephone: (941) 351-9010, ext. 4704
Bethesda House
A non-denominational organization providing a food pantry, laundry, shower, assistance with housing and benefits to HIV positive people, their caregivers, friends and family at no charge.
Executive Director: Derick Fabien
Address: 1670 Fourth St.
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-1886
Web site: www.catholiccharitiesdov.org/NeedHelp/HIVAIDSMinistry
Mission Statement: Respond to the physical, social and spiritual needs of HIV- infected and affected people.
Volunteer Opportunities: Receptionist, transportation, food pantry, furniture and clothing pickup, food shipping, food drive, fund-raising, education support groups, prayer advocates.
Main Fund-raising Event: Spring concert—Musical concert.
Date: March 2004
Location: Incarnation Parish Hall
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-1886
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, Inc.
Provides one-to-one mentoring to area children to empower youth to develop self-worth and responsibility.
President and CEO: Joy Mahler
Address: 2831 Ringling Blvd., A-201
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 331-4376
Web site: www.bbbssun.org
Mission Statement: Provide one-to-one mentoring to children throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Volunteer Opportunities: Adult volunteer mentors for children.
Main Fund-raising Event: Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2004—Participants bowl and collect pledges.
Date: February and March 2004
Location: Sarasota, Venice and Bradenton
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 331-4376
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County
Works with boys and girls to develop responsible, caring and productive citizens.
President and CEO: J. Mack Reid
Address: P.O. Box 4068
Sarasota, FL 34230-4068
Telephone: (941) 366-3911
Web site: www.boysandgirlsclubs.com
Mission Statement: Help youth of all backgrounds, with special concerns for those from disadvantaged circumstances, develop the qualities needed to become responsible citizens.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Steak & Steak Dinner—Steak dinner.
2) Dick Vitale Sports Night— Evening of dinner and auction, presided over by sportscaster and Sarasota resident Dick Vitale.
3) Golf Challenge—Golf tournament.
Dates and Ticket Prices: TBA
Locations:
1) TBA
2) TBA
3) Meadows Golf & Country Club
Event Chairs:
1) Vivienne Smith
2) John Perseo
3) Ken Dickie
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-3911, ext. 22
Camp Florida Fish Tales
A week-long, barrier-free wheelchair-accessible camp for children with medical or physical disabilities.
Executive Director: Muffet Einwag
Address: 3220 Williamsburg St.
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 921-9182
Web site: www.campflafishtales.com
Mission Statement: Provide a unique camping atmosphere for those with special challenges.
Volunteer Opportunities: Camp counselors, EMTs, lifeguards, nurses, physical and occuapational therapists.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Annual golf tournament—Golf tournament.
2) Spring Fling Music Fest—Music festival and silent auction.
Dates:
1) October 2003
2) April 2004
Locations:
1) TBA
2) Monk’s Steamer Bar & Grill
Ticket Prices:
1) TBA
2) Free
Event Chair: Muffet Einwag
Contact Telephone: (941) 921-9182
Cardinal Mooney High School
The area’s only Catholic, independent college prep school offering a broad range of advanced academics, sports and arts in a safe, family-friendly environment.
President: Sister Mary Lucia Haas
Address: 4171 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, FL 34232
Telephone: (941) 371-4917
Web site: www.cmhs-sarasota.org
Mission Statement: Provide an excellent, values-based education in a small, family-oriented environment while emphasizing service to God and the community.
Volunteer Opportunities: Event coordination, donation solicitation, ticket sales, mailings, computer entry, decorating, hospitality.
Main Fund-raising Event: Dinner Auction/Car Drawing—Dinner auction featuring more than 250 silent and live auction items, entertainment and dinner.
Date: March 13, 2004
Location: Cardinal Mooney High Selby Center
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 379-2647
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc.
Part of the nation’s largest network of agencies, institutions and individuals who aim to reduce poverty, support families and empower communities.
Executive Director: Peter Routsis-Arroyo, LCSW
Address: 1000 Pinebrook Road
Venice, FL 34292
Telephone: (941) 488-5581
Web site: www.catholiccharitiesdov.org
Mission Statement: Provide direct services for, advocate on behalf of, and convene the people of Southwest Florida to ensure human dignity, enhance the quality of life for all people, and emulate the teachings of Jesus.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Bishop’s Annual Charity Ball—All proceeds go to the aid of the needy.
Date: Jan. 22, 2004
Location: Chelsea Center at St. Thomas More
Ticket Price: $150/person
Event Chairs: Maria DeSanto and Edith Barr Dunn
Contact Telephone: (941 488-5581
Charis Center, Inc.
Offers professional counseling and family-life education for all ages.
Executive Director: Glen Denlinger, LCSW, BCD
Address: 4041 Bahia Vista St.
Sarasota, FL 34232
Telephone: (941) 378-1549
Web site: www.chariscenterfl.org
Mission Statement: Provide professional counseling and family life education services to meet the emotional, relational and spiritual needs of individuals and families.
Child Development Center
Provides prevention and early intervention services to young children.
Executive Director: Peter D. Howard, LCSW
Address: 4620 17th St.
Sarasota, FL 34235
Telephone: (941) 371-8820
Web site: www.childdevelopmentflorida.org
Mission Statement: Provide prevention and early intervention services to young children and their families to prevent, reduce or eliminate conditions that interfere with healthy development.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call Suzanne Pontiere at 953-9100, ext 101, or visit Web site for specific opportunities
Main Fund-raising Event: Festival of Trees, Lights and Holiday Gifts
Date: December 2003
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chairs: Rita Steele, Mary Mapp, Scotty Hamilton
Contact Telephone: (941) 953-9100, ext. 115
Child Protection Center Inc.
Works to prevent child abuse.
Executive Director: Ginna Downing, M.S., C.F.L.E.
Address: 1750 17th St., Building L
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 365-1277, ext. 117
Web site: www.childprotectioncenter.org
Mission Statement: Prevent child abuse and protect and treat children and families affected by child abuse.
Volunteer Opportunities: Supervise court-ordered visits between non-custodial parents and children, as well as numerous opportunities during the Sarasota Comedy Festival and other fund-raising events.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sarasota Comedy Festival—Cartoonists and their characters and a variety of comedians bring a week of laughter to raise funds to help abused children.
Date, Ticket Price, Event Chair and Contact: TBA, but information is available at www.comedy.org.
Location: Venues throughout Sarasota
Children First, Inc.
Provides comprehensive services to more than 400 of Sarasota County’s lowest income children from birth to 5 years.
Executive Director: Philip D. Tavill
Address: 1723 N. Orange Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 953-3877
Web site: www.childrenfirst.net
Mission Statement: Strengthen children and families by improving the quality of their lives through a comprehensive approach to development, education, health and well-being.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call Hope Kinney at (941) 953-3877 for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Children First Celebration—Series of events bringing attention to and support for very young children and families living in poverty.
Date: Feb. 15-22, 2003
Location: Events throughout Sarasota County
Ticket Price: $10-$100/person
Event Chair: Committee Chaired
Contact Telephone: (941) 953-3877, ext. 115 (Ken Sons)
The Children’s Guardian Fund
Raises and administers funds to support the Guardian Ad Litem program of the 12th Judicial Circuit.
President: Gail Johnson
Address: P.O. Box 49722
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 861-4875
Mission Statement: Raise and administer funds to support the Guardian Ad Litem program of the 12th Judicial Circuit.
Volunteer Opportunities: Guardians, ad litem, fund-raising, “Let the Season Begin,” auxiliary membership.
Main Fund-raising Event: “Let the Season Begin”—Display of creative table settings, luncheon, and creative holiday and fashion show.
Date: Nov. 24, 2003
Location: Hyatt Sarasota
Ticket Price: $65/person
Event Chair: Tish Fitzgerald
Contact Telephone: (941) 360-9207
Children’s Haven and Adult Community Services, Inc. (CHAC)
Creates solutions and makes changes in the lives of children, teens and adults with disabilities through education, occupational training, skill training, employment services and community living programs.
President and CEO: Peggy J. Connell
Address: 4405 DeSoto Road
Sarasota, FL 34235
Telephone: (941) 355-8808
Web site: www.chachaven.com
Mission Statement: Empower the lives of children, teens and adults with disabilities, one person at a time.
Volunteer Opportunities: Selby pre-school, plant nursery, CHAC farm project, Treasure House thrift shop, administration, maintenance, occupational training program, Active Arts.
Main Fund-raising Event: Second Annual “Handi-capable Award & Celebration”—Annual event that showcases an individual with disabilities who has exemplified courage in their own life, as well as the lives of others.
Date: March 2004
Location: Lakewood Ranch
Ticket Price: $50/person
Event Chair: Marla Doss
Contact Telephone: (941) 355-8808, ext. 224
Circus Sarasota
Independent performance and teaching circus.
Executive Director: Pedro Reis
Address: P.O. Box 18636
Sarasota, FL 34276
Telephone: (941) 355-9335
Web site: www.circussarasota.org
Mission Statement: Represent the circus arts at the highest level through performance, education and integrated arts programming.
Volunteer Opportunities: Ushers, administrative office, box office and gala committees.
Main Fund-raising Event: “The Art of Circus” Gala—Dining and dancing, along with exciting circus entertainment.
Date: Jan. 16, 2004
Location: Under the Big Top at Tuttle and Ringling Avenues
Ticket Price: $125-$250/person; $800-$2,000/tables.
Event Chairs: Mary Ann Robinson, Janet Hunter and Pasquelina Peterson
Contact Telephone: (941) 371-6798
Coastal Behavioral Healthcare Inc
Provides more than 50 substance abuse, mental health, criminal justice, prevention, intervention and treatment programs.
Executive Director: Dr. Christine Cauffield
Address: 1565 State St.
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 927-8900
Web site: www.coastalbh.org
Mission Statement: Offer affordable behavioral healthcare that exceeds customer expectation for quality, availability and satisfaction.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Dance Revue with Fred Astaire—Dance revue.
Date: Oct. 4, 2003
Location: TBA
Ticket Price: Corporate and individual sponsorships are available.
Event Chair: Dr. Chrissie Eisele
Contact Telephone: (941) 330-2920, ext. 103
Coastal Resources Foundation, Inc.
Raises funds for youth-oriented projects and gives grants to teachers for special projects about the environment, state and country.
Executive Director: R. Earl Warren
Address: 359 W. Dearborn St.
Englewood, FL 34295-1207
Telephone: (941) 474-7768
Email: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Help youth achieve their goals with grants and scholarships.
Volunteer Opportunities: Coordinate and run local events.
The College Fund (UNCF)
The nation’s oldest higher education assistance organization.
Executive Director: Beverly Marshall-Luney
Address: 1080 Woodstock Road, #280
Orlando, FL 32803
Telephone: (407) 896-6940
Web site: www.uncf.org
Mission Statement: Enhance the quality of education for minority students by raising operating funds for the 39 member colleges and universities and provide scholarships for deserving young men and women.
Main Fund-raising Event: UNCF 20th Annual Dinner—Dinner celebrating higher education scholarships.
Date: February 2004
Location: Bradenton Municipal Auditorium
Ticket Price: $75/person, $1,000/table
Event Chair: Cynthia Newell
Contact Telephone: (407) 896-6940
Community AIDS Network
Provides numerous services to those infected with and affected by HIV.
Executive Director: Susan Terry
Address: 1231 N. Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 366-0461
Web site: www.cccsrq.org
Mission Statement: Provide HIV education to the community and medical, dental, case management and therapeutic programs to people who are HIV-positive.
Volunteer Opportunities: Anonymous testing, fund-raising and office work.
Main Fund-raising Event: C.A.N. Dance—Ballroom championship dancing event.
Date: October 2003
Location: The Chelsea Center
Ticket Price: $125/person
Event Chair: Stephen Sieg
Contact Telephone: (941) 925-9060
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County
The Community Foundation is a public charity that matches donors’ charitable interests with needs in the community by giving grants and scholarships. It encourages individuals to create permanent funds that are good forever. Volunteers may help in the office with mailings and special events.
As of June 1, 2002:
Assets: $72 million
Total grants: $5.3 million plus $369,400 in scholarships
Number of grants: 597
Range of grants: $250-$100,000
Average grant size: $12,500
President and CEO: Stewart W. Stearns
P.O. Box 49587
Sarasota, FL 34230-6587
(941) 955-3000
The Community Music School of Southwest Florida
Individual and group music instruction in all instruments and voice. More than half the school’s students are on scholarship or are in no-fee group programs.
Executive Director: Mary C. Geldi
Address: 2329 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 953-4410
Web site: www.musicschoolforall.org
Mission Statement: Provide individual and group music instruction to anyone who wants to learn, regardless of age, experience or ability to play.
Volunteer Opportunities: Teaching, office, fund-raising, events, program assistance, newsletter, publicity, grant writing, Board of Trustees and community advisory board.
Main Fund-raising Event: “Stravinsky in Sarasota”—New, national competition for students of community music schools, where up to 10 finalists will be chosen to perform for a student audience and at a gala.
Date: Feb. 23, 2004
Location, Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 953-4410
Community Video Archives (CVA)
Produces a living (video) history of the Sarasota community and its outstanding people.
President: Annette Scherman
Address: 1235 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34239
Telephone: (941) 365-7052
Mission Statement: Record and preserve a living history of the community.
Volunteer Opportunities: Everyone in this organization is a volunteer, except for professional video producers, who are paid per project.
Main Fund-raising Event: Annual Hall of Fame Luncheon—Luncheon where honorees are inducted into Hall of Fame.
Date: TBA
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: $50/person; sponsorship tables also available
Event Chair: Roberta Hamilton
Contact Telephone: (941) 365-7052
Community Youth Development Project
Identifies needs of teens and develops positive substance-free activities to meet those needs.
Executive Director: Karen Bogues
Address: 4409 Sawyer Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
Telephone: (941) 922-5126
Mission Statement: Improve the lives of teens by empowering youth and adults as community partners.
Volunteer Opportunities: Office work, event planning.
Crowley Museum and Nature Center
Nature conservancy of 190 acres with nature trails, school programs and educational center.
Executive Director: Debbie Dixon
Address: 16405 Myakka Road
Sarasota, FL 34240
Telephone: (941) 322-1000
Web site: www.crowleymuseumnaturectr.org
Mission Statement: Preserve a natural site where today’s and tomorrow’s generations learn about, appreciate and enjoy the environment and cultural history of the rural Gulf coast of Florida
Volunteer Opportunities: Land and building maintenance, office, computer admissions, trail guides, school programs, museum collections and exhibits, building restoration.
Main Fund-raising Event: Starry Nite—Gourmet dinner and silent auction with amazing celestial sights via powerful telescopes.
Date: January 2004
Location: Crowley Museum and Nature Center
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 322-1000
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Raises awareness about cystic fibrosis and funds to fight the disease.
Executive Director: Betsy K. Ilges
Address: 677 Washington Blvd. N., Suite 35
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 952-5836
Web site: www.cff.org
Mission Statement: Assure development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.
Volunteer Opportunities: Office work, volunteering at events.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Black & White Ball “Unmasked”—Black-Tie gala.
2) Gettel Mitsubishi Charity Golf Classic—Golf tournament.
Dates:
1) Oct. 11, 2003
2) Nov. 2, 2003
Locations:
1) Michael’s On East
2) Laurel Oak Country Club
Ticket Prices:
1) $200/person
2) $150/person
Event Chairs:
1) Sarah Morgan, Phillip and Kim Mancini
2) Jim Gettel
Contact Telephones:
1) (941) 379-8992
2) (941) 952-5836
D.A.S.H., Inc.
Housing for domestic abuse victims.
Executive Director: Donna M. Leclerc
Address: P.O. Box 1484
Englewood, FL 34295-1484
Telephone: (941) 475-8722
Web site: www.dashinc.org
Mission Statement: Provide interim housing for domestic abuse victims in the greater Englewood and North Port areas and help rebuild lives through a network of social services, including child care, self-esteem classes, social services and educational opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities: Resale shop, office help.
Main Fund-raising Event: Yard sale—Sale of all donated items, furniture and small items.
Date, Location, Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 475-8722
Dattoli Cancer Foundation
Fund-raising organization for cancer research.
Executive Director: Don Kaltenbach
Address: 2803 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: Toll-free (800) 915-1001
Web site: www.pcrn.org
Mission Statement: Raise awareness of prostate cancer and the need for early and annual screening, provide information and support to newly diagnosed patients, foster research into better diagnostic tools and treatment options.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Deaf Service Center of Manatee/Sarasota
The only communication, referral and social service agency that serves as a focal point for more than 65,000 deaf and hard of hearing people in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
Executive Director: Sharon Wiblitzhouser
Address: 7254 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34217
Telephone: (941) 921-5447 V/TDD
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Bridge the communication and cultural gap between three communities: deaf, hard of hearing and hearing.
Volunteer Opportunities: Assist with fund-raisers and events, tutor students and occasional office work.
Main Fund-raising Event: 14th Annual Walk-A-Thon—A 5-mile walk with participants encouraged to collect pledges of $20 or more.
Date: Feb. 7, 2004
Location: TBA
Ticket Price: Minimum $20 (pledges)
Event Chair: Donna Carlton
Contact Telephone: (941) 921-5447
Dreams are Free Institute
K-12 school for students with special learning needs, teacher education and research center, parent and community resource center.
Executive Director: Sister M. Gilchrist Cottrill
Address: P.O. Box 50755
Sarasota, FL 34232-0306
Telephone: (941) 366-4010
Web site: www.dreamsarefree.org
Mission Statement: Help all children reach their full potential intellectually, emotionally and spiritually.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Rumba, Salsa and All That Jazz—Silent and live auction, live music, dinner and professional dancing performance.
Date: March 16, 2004
Location: Hyatt Sarasota
Ticket Price: N/A
Event Chair: Melba Jimenez
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-4010, ext. 1
Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc.
Provide educational and therapeutic services to disabled children and adults.
President and CEO: Mary Hitchcock
Address: 350 Braden Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 355-7637
Web site: www.swfl.easter-seals.org
Mission Statement: Create solutions that change lives through high-quality therapeutic, educational and support services for children, adults and families.
Volunteer Opportunities: Assisting disabled or special needs children and adults.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Meadows Cup Charity Golf Classic—Golf tournament.
2) “Walk With Me”—Walk-a-thon.
Dates:
1) May 2004
2) August 2004
Locations:
1) Meadows County Club
2) DeSoto Square Mall in Bradenton and Sarasota Square Mall in Sarasota
Ticket Prices: TBA
Event Chair: Carrie Rasmussen
Contact Telephone: (941) 355-7637, ext. 411
The Education Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc.
Foundation that links the community and school district, raises funds, and provides educational opportunities for public school children.
Executive Director: Dorothy B. Stuart
Address: 1960 Landings Blvd., Suite 326
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 927-0965
Web site: EdFoundation.net
Mission Statement: Support, promote and provide opportunities for educational excellence for all students in Sarasota County public schools.
Volunteer Opportunities: Grant readers, science fair judges, scholarship selections and event fund-raiser committees.
Main Fund-raising Event: Evening of Excellence—Elegant dinner and spirited student art auction showccasing outstanding student art.
Date: Feb, 27, 2004
Locations: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: $175-$300/person
Event Chair: Cindy Kaiser
Contact Telephone: (941) 927-0965
Englewood Helping Hand, Inc.
A community-supported social service agency that provides short-term emergency assistance to Englewood residents and refers people to other agencies for long-term aid.
Executive Director: Kathryn Roach
Address: P.O. Box 791/700 E. Dearborn St.
Englewood, FL 34223
Telephone: (941) 474-5864
Web site: www.ewol.com/helpinghand
Mission Statement: Provide short-term emergency service to Englewood residents.
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers are scheduled through their churches.
Main Fund-raising Event: Englewood Crop Walk—5-mile walk where sponsors pledge funds.
Date: February 2004
Location: Community Presbyterian Church
Event Chair: Maxine Brunner
Contact Telephone: (941) 697-5032
Epilepsy Services of Southwest Florida
Serves an eight-county region through three programs: Direct Client Services, which provides medical and case management services to people with epilepsy who do not have health insurance; a community education program and a vocational services program.
Executive Director: Thomas Gerrity
Address: 1900 Main St., Suite 212
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 953-5988, ext. 303
Mission Statement: Prevent and control epilepsy, and assist clients and their families to overcome problems associated with this disorder so they can achieve maximum potential, independence and self-sufficiency.
Volunteer Opportunities: Limited; call for specific opportunities.
Every Child, Inc.
Volunteers who work together to help needy kids stay in school.
Executive Director: Judy Alexander
Address: 1700 North Drive
Sarasota, FL 34239-5017
Telephone: (941) 953-2277
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Encourage those children who live in Sarasota’s five housing projects to stay in school by providing necessary school supplies.
Volunteer Opportunities: Donations of school supplies, new books, holiday gifts. Distribution of school supplies and holiday gifts.
Main Fund-raising Event: Summer mailing in order to raise funds for major Back to School event in August. Donations accepted year-round.
FACE of Sarasota, Inc.
Advocacy organization for people with craniofacial disorders.
Executive Director: Bernice Brooks Bergen
Address: P.O. Box 1424
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 922-9250
Mission Statement: Enhance the lives of people with craniofacial disorders, offer solace and guidance, create public awareness and fight prejudice.
Volunteer Opportunities: Secretaries, case history workers, visitation, mentoring, grant writing.
Main Fund-raising Event: Dinner—Dining at a quality restaurant with all proceeds going to FACE.
Date, Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chairs: Bernice Bergen with co-chairs
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-9250
Family Counseling Center of Sarasota County, Inc.
A community-based organization working to strengthen and support families since 1964.
Executive Director: Thomas F. Crawford
Address: P.O. Box 15987
Sarasota, FL 34277-1987
Telephone: (941) 955-7017
Web site: www.familycounselingcenter.com
Mission Statement: Alleviate human distress, promote personal growth, strengthen individual, family and community life
Volunteer Opportunities: Recreation and child care aides for support groups.
Main Fund-raising Event: Mad Hatter’s Tea Party—Family event held under Selby Gardens’ banyan trees, fashion show, children’s activities, lunch and auctions.
Date: Feb. 8, 2004
Location: Selby Gardens
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Lisa Meshad
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-7017, ext. 225
Family Network on Disabilities of Manatee/Sarasota Inc.
A local alliance of families, community organizations and businesses committed to offering support and a variety of services to children with special needs and disabilities and the community at large.
Executive Director: Mary Smith
Address: P.O. Box 10707
Bradenton, FL 34282
Telephone: (941) 358-0275
Mission Statement: Provide support, training, education, information and advocacy to parents and families of individuals with disabilities and special needs.
Volunteer Opportunities: Annual disability conference workshops, special projects and fund-raising events.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Annual Disability Conference—Conference on latest developments in disabilities.
2) Spa and Salon Package Gift Certificate—Gift package from John Carl Spa valued at $75.
3) Christmas Wreath Sale—Fresh live Wisconsin Christmas wreaths, mini trees and decorated baskets, and fresh Florida citrus delivered locally and shipped for the holidays.
Dates:
1) February 2004
2) April, May, June 2004
3) August and September 2003
Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chairs: Nancy Marsh or Mary Smith
Contact Telephone: (941) 378-2295 or (941) 358-0275
Fine Arts Society of Sarasota, Inc.
Arts organization.
Co-presidents: Dorothy E. Thomas and Barbara Sanandres
Address: P.O. Box 1432
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 330-0680
Web site: www.finearts.bigstep.com
Mission Statement: Support the arts in Sarasota.
Volunteer Opportunities: Backstage and art tours at Van Wezel.
Main Fund-raising Event: The Creators and Collectors’ Tour—Two-day tour of artists’ and art collectors’ homes and studios.
Date: March 2004
Location: TBA
Ticket Price: $17
Event Chair: Jan Berk
Contact Telephone: (941) 966-1366
First Step of Sarasota, Inc.
A comprehensive center for alcohol and drug rehabilitation serving adolescents and adults since 1968.
Executive Director: David Beesley
Address: 1970 Main St., Fifth Floor
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-5333
Web site: www.firststepofsarasota.org
Mission Statement: Prevent and treat alcohol/drug addictions and associated disorders to promote fully functioning, productive individuals whose lives are positive.
Volunteer Opportunities: Infant caregivers, clerical, housekeeping, maintenance, committee members, fund-raising.
Main Fund-raising Event: First Step Golf Tournament
Date: April 19, 2004
Location: Prestancia Country Club
Ticket Price: $150/person
Event Chairs: Gail Sack and Lynne Ross
Contact Telephone: (941) 552-2470
Florida Restaurant Association (FRA), Sarasota Chapter
Association of restaurants that donate their time and resources to a variety of charity programs.
Sarasota Chapter Director: Don McGee
Address: 1780 N. Honore Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34235
Telephone: (941) 925-8841
Web site: www.tasteofsarasota.org
Mission Statement: Foster goodwill in the community, encourage fraternal spirit and promote the restaurant/food service industry.
Volunteer Opportunities: Special event involvement.
Main Fund-Raising Event: A Taste of Sarasota—Benefit showcasing restaurants from around the city presenting samples of their cuisine.
Date: Nov. 9, 2003
Location: Phillippi Estate
Ticket Price: $5/adults, children under 12 free
Event Chair: May Jang
Contact Telephone: (941) 320-3775
Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch
Residential program to nurture needy, neglected boys and girls and provide a warm sense of security, guidance and tenderness.
Program Director: Marvin Glover
Address: 751 Rye Wilderness Road
Bradenton, FL 34212
Telephone: (941) 776-1777
Web site: www.youthranches.org
Mission Statement: Prevent juvenile delinquency and develop lawful, productive citizens through a broad range of family-centered activities.
Florida Studio Theatre, Inc.
A professional theater that presents the finest in contemporary American theater.
Executive Director: Richard Hopkins
Address: 1241 N. Palm Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-9017
Web site: www.fst2000.org
Mission Statement: Provide the best in contemporary theater by presenting plays that speak to a living, evolving, dynamic, changing world.
Volunteer Opportunities: Parking concierge, ushering, administration and production.
Main Fund-raising Event: Row Party—A special black-tie gala event celebrating the opening of FST’s Winter Mainstage Season.
Date, Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Anne Folsom Smith
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-9017
Florida West Coast Symphony
Symphony orchestra.
Executive Director: Joseph McKenna
Address: 709 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 953-4252
Web site: www.fwcs.org
Mission Statement: Promote chamber and symphonic music locally, statewide and nationally by presenting performances of the highest artistic excellence, providing broad-based educational programs of the highest quality, and making both available to the broadest possible constituency.
Volunteer Opportunities: Ushering, assist in music library, assist receptionist.
Main Fund-raising Event: Opening Night Gala—Celebrates the 55th Florida West Coast Symphony season with pre-concert cocktail reception and gala formal dinner.
Date: Nov. 8, 2003
Location, Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 953-4252, ext. 25
Florida Winefest & Auction, Inc.
A premier food and wine event that funds grants for disadvantaged children’s programs and at-risk youth in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Its main event is an auction, held in April on the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. Volunteers should call for opportunities.
Total grants: $250,000 to $400,000
Number of grants: 19-25
Range of grants: $2,000 to $50,000
Average grant size: $13,157
President: Sandy W. Loevner
P.O. Box 4193
Sarasota, FL 34230-4193
(941) 952-1109
www.floridawinefest.com
Forty Carrots Family Center
Parenting center, outreach parenting education program, accredited preschool and professional training facility.
Executive Directors: Betsy Kane-Hartnett and Diane Weiss
Address: 1500 S. Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34239
Telephone: (941) 365-7716
Web site: www.fortycarrots.org
Mission Statement: Strengthen families through educational programs for children, their parents and professionals in the field.
Volunteer Opportunities: Mass mailings, fund-raising.
Main Fund-raising Event: Carrotcakes 2004—Dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions.
Date: March 19, 2004
Location: Hyatt Sarasota
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Beth McGregor
Contact Telephone: (941) 365-7716
Foundation for Dreams
Funds and provides therapeutic and recreational programs to individuals with special needs; programs include Dream Oaks Camp, adaptive sport clinics and respite services for parents and families.
Director of Development: Amanda Fisher Delp
Address: 2620 Manatee Ave., W., #D
Bradenton, FL 34205
Telephone: (941) 748-8809
Web site: www.foundationfordreams.org
Mission Statement: Provide services, therapeutic and recreational, for children and families with special needs.
Volunteer Opportunities: Camp activities, office, special projects and events.
Main Fund-raising Event: Golf tournament and pairing party—Celebrity golf tournament with a pairing party and silent auction the night before.
Date: March 2004
Location: Bradenton Country Club
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Jim Brand
Contact Telephone: (941) 748-8809
The Foundation for Manatee Community College, Inc.
Provides financial education assistance for students.
Executive Director: Peg Lowery
Addresses:
1) 5840 26th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34206
(941) 752-5390
2) 8000 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34292
(941) 408-1418
Web site: www.mccfoundation.net
Mission Statement: Secure and manage private resources to enhance educational opportunities for Manatee Community College.
Volunteer Opportunities: Special events committee, scholarship committee, Legacy Society and investment committee.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Annual executive luncheon—Luncheon with highlighted guest speaker.
2) Annual masquerade ball—Costume ball.
3) Evening Under the Stars—Evening outdoors accompanied by the sound of the symphony.
4) Evening Under the Stars—Evening outdoors accompanied by the sound of the symphony.
Dates:
1) Nov. 11, 2003
2) Feb. 28, 2004
3) April 2004
4) May 2004
Locations:
1) Michael’s On East
2) Hyatt Sarasota
3) MCC-South Campus
4) Lakewood Ranch
Ticket Prices:
1) TBA
2) $75/person
3) $15/in advance, $20 at the gate
4) $15/in advance, $20 at the gate
Event Chairs: TBA
Contact Telephones: (941) 752-5390 or (941) 408-1418
Friends of the Selby Library, Inc.
Fund-raising and volunteer support for the Selby Public Library.
Administrative Coordinator: Marianne Cowger
Address: P.O. Box 2255
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 365-5228
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Support and coordinate with the Selby Public Library and the community in the development of services by raising funds, provide a volunteer base to assist library staff and advocate the use and growth of library services.
Volunteer Opportunities: Book store/gift shop, circulation, media, reference and youth.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sarasota Reading Festival co-sponsorship—Annual event downtown with booksellers, book signings and author panel discussions.
Date: Nov. 1, 2003
Location: Five Points Park
Ticket Price: Most events free to public.
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 365-5228
G.WIZ
Hands-on learning center for science and technology.
Interim director: Richard G. Sheldon
Address: 1001 Boulevard of the Arts
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 309-4949
Web site: www.gwiz.org
Mission Statement: Make science relevant, technology understandable, and learning an interactive adventure for people of all ages.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Butterfly Ball—Black-tie event, dinner, dancing and auction.
Date: March 13, 2004
Location: G.WIZ
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 309-4949, ext. 102, Donna Wolski
Gifts From God of Sarasota, Inc.
Organization that provides basic need practical assistance to Sarasota County poor and homeless, including food, clothing, furniture, donated automobiles and emergency finances.
Executive Director: Michael Butterfield
Address: P.O. Box 1300
Osprey, FL 34229
Telephone: (941) 485-4707
Web site: www.gifts-from-god.org
Mission Statement: Reach the needy for Christ.
Volunteer Opportunities: Serve meals to the poor and homeless every Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Main Fund-raising Event: Heavenly Celebration Dinner—Dinner gala.
Date, Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Joy Smith
Contact Telephone: (941) 485-4707
Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast FL, Inc.
Designed to meet the needs and interests of girls ages five to 17 and help them reach their full potential in a supportive, all-girl environment.
Executive Director: Sandi Stewart
Address: 2909 Olympic St.
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 921-5358
Web site: www.girlscoutsgulfcoastfl.org
Mission Statement: Inspire girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens.
Volunteer Opportunities: Leaders, mentors, event directors, trainers and workshop coordinator, consultants, fund-raisers, drivers and speakers.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Girl Scout Benefit Golf Tournament—Four-person scramble. Singles and twosomes, men’s, ladies’ and mixed.
2) Girl Scout Cookie-Off—The area’s top chefs create a dessert using Girl Scout cookies.
Dates:
1) May 15, 2004
2) Feb. 15, 2004
Locations:
1) El Conquistador Country Club
2) Michael’s On East
Ticket Prices:
1) $100/player
2) By invitation only
Event Chairs:
1) Emily Lane
2) Kathy Carol
Contact Telephone: (941) 921-5358, ext. 253
Girls Incorporated of Sarasota County
Operates programs uniquely designed for girls aged 6-16 to foster self-respect and self-determination, to nurture their ability and interest in math, science and technology as well as to build their athletic skills and competitive spirit.
Executive Director: Stephania Feltz
Address: 201 S. Tuttle Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 366-6646
Mission Statement: Inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold.
Volunteer Opportunities: Tutoring, sports, program facilitation, reading and storytelling.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Celebration luncheon—Annual award luncheon honoring three outstanding women with the “She Knows Where She Is Going” award, and one exemplary visionary leader with a “Visionary Award.”
2) Dream Builders Society Luncheon—Luncheon showcasing success stories and highlighting program areas.
Dates:
1) February 2004
2) TBA
Locations, Ticket Prices, and Event Chairs: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-6646, ext 207
Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center
A 13-building complex housing 17 non-profit social agencies that provide affordable and accessible preventative and treatment services to low-income individuals, children and families.
Chairman of the Board: Kay Glasser
Address: 1750 17th St., Building J-1
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 365-4545
Web site: www.humanservicescenter.org
Mission Statement: Facilitate efficient delivery and accessibility of health and human services to disadvantaged people and enhance the quality of case management through agency intercommunication and interaction in a convenient centralized location; maximize the resources of health and human services agencies by minimizing operational costs; and contribute to the quality of life of the Sarasota community by helping individuals achieve productive lives.
Main Fund-raising Events: Frequent tours of the facility and dedicatory recognition celebrations to create awareness of the center and promote support for the Dr. Kay E. Glasser Endowment Fund.
Goodwill Foundation
Part of a 100-year-old organization that serves Sarasota, Manatee, Hardee and DeSoto counties.
President: Zoltan Karpathy
Address: 8490 N. Lockwood Ridge Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 955-4483
Web site: www.goodwillindustries.org
Mission Statement: Turn donations into good jobs, good homes and good neighborhoods.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Goodwill Gala—Casual, fun and interactive evening when prominent artists and community members actually create a work of art during the gala using items donated to Goodwill.
Date: March 12, 2004
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: $150/person
Event Chairs: Mary Ann and Robbie Robinson
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-4483
Great Kids!, Inc.
Youth development center.
Executive Director: Jerry Prince
Address: 2674 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 951-2674
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Offer nutritious meals, quality child care services and enrichment programs in a secure environment to at-risk pre-school and school-age children.
Volunteer Opportunities: Teaching, meal preparation, office.
Main Fund-raising Event: Holiday Auto Surprise—Car with estimated value between $6,000 and $8,000 awarded by raffle.
Date: Dec. 25, 2003
Location and Event Chair: TBA
Ticket Price: $1-$2/ticket
Contact Telephone: (941) 953-2211
The Great Outdoors Conservancy
Purchases land for conservation and recreation.
President: Bill LaMee
Address: 4311 Manatee Ave. W., Suite 210
Bradenton, FL 34209
Telephone: (941) 708-3456
Web site: www.TheGreatOutdoors.org
Mission Statement: Conserve wild, natural open and scenic land for the recreational enjoyment of present and future generations.
Volunteer Opportunities: Office administration, database management, development and fund-raising, grant research and writing, land stewardship.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Conservation Celebration—Annual banquet, automobile raffle and auction.
2) Oktoberfest Suncoast—Bavarian folk festival.
Dates:
1) January 2004
2) Sept. 26-Oct. 5, 2003
Locations:
1) Bradenton Municipal Auditorium
2) Manatee and Sarasota Fairgrounds
Ticket Prices:
1) $150/person
2) $5/person
Event Chairs:
1) Jeff and Helen King
2) Mark and Marianne Barnebey
Contact Telephone: (941) 708-3456
Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association
Organization that promotes instructional and competitive junior golf for all girls and boys aged 7-18. Provides financial assistance.
Executive Director: Judy Christman
Address: P.O. Box 1665
Venice, FL 34284-1665
Telephone: (941) 366-0445
Web site: www.gsjga.com
Mission Statement: Introduce juniors to the world of golf.
Volunteer Opportunities: Instruction, registration, scorekeeping.
Main Fund-raising Event: The Legends Golf Tournament—Afternoon golf tournament preceded by an evening of cocktails, dinner, silent auction and live music.
Date: Oct. 25, 2003
Location: Laurel Oak Country Club
Ticket Price: $150/person
Event Chair: Lisa Wright
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-0445
Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice
With $147 million in assets, this foundation is the largest community foundation in Florida, using its resources to identify and respond to community needs and opportunities. It serves donors who wish to create a legacy in the community. Volunteer opportunities exist in screening grant and scholarship applications.
As of June 30, 2002:
Assets: $147 million
Total grants: $4.7 million
Number of grants: 128
Range of grants: $250 to $984,000
Average grant size: $33,000
President and CEO: Teri A. Hansen
601 Tamiami Trail S.
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 486-4600
www.gulfcoastcf.org
Gulf Coast Diabetes Foundation
Organization dedicated to the cure of diabetes and its related complications.
President: Eva Martin
Address: 2100 Constitution Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 957-5099
Mission Statement: Assist, individually or collectively, persons on the Gulf Coast of Florida afflicted with diabetes by providing financial aid for supplies, services, information and research.
Volunteer Opportunities: Board members.
Gulf Coast Heritage Association, Inc.
A 30-acre archaeological, environmental and historic site, known as Historic Spanish Point, located on Little Sarasota Bay.
Executive Director: Linda W. Mansperger
Address: 337 N. Tamiami Trail
Osprey, FL 34229
Telephone: (941) 966-5214
Web site: www.historicspanishpoint.org
Mission Statement: Operate Historic Spanish Point to connect people with 5,000 years of human history in southwest coastal Florida.
Volunteer Opportunities: Docents, tour guides, store clerks, receptionists and gardeners.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Preservation Gala 2003—A casual fun evening event that raises funds for quality education and preservation programs.
2) Spring Luncheon—Luncheon.
Dates:
1) April 2003
2) Feb. 4, 2004
Locations:
1) Historic Spanish Point
2) TBA
Ticket Prices:
1) $125/member, $150/non-member
2) $60/member, $75/non-member
Event Chairs:
1) TBA
2) Coni Craig
Contact Telephone: (941) 966-5214, ext. 250 Dianne Prairie
Gulf Coast Legal Services, Inc.
Provides free legal assistance to the poor and the elderly. Since 1979, GLS has served more than 125,000 clients in Pinellas, Manatee and Sarasota counties.
Executive Director: John Cunningham
Address: 1750 17th St., Unit 1
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 366-1746
Mission Statement: Provide high-quality legal services to protect personal safety and to establish, advance and protect the rights and interests of low-income persons to health, basic shelter, income and quality of life.
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteer attorneys, internships, receptionist, secretarial assistance.
Main Fund-raising Event: Direct mail campaign twice yearly; 25th anniversary event to be announced.
Gulf Coast Marine Institute-North
Program contributing to public safety and providing economic and social benefits to the community.
Executive Director: Edwin L. Jones
Address: 301 Seventh St. E.
Bradenton, FL 34208
Telephone: (941) 741-3102
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Help troubled youth in our community develop into responsible citizens with programs that stress discipline, personal motivation, job skills and education.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: GCMI car raffle—Winner receives a new Volkswagen Beetle.
Date: May 2004
Ticket Price: $100/ticket
Event Chair: Debbie Hall
Contact Telephone: (941) 741-3102
Habitat for Humanity Sarasota, Inc.
Builds homes for qualified, low-income families.
Administrative Coordinator: Randy B. Long
Address: 2067 Constitution Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 923-4300
Mission Statement: Build safe, decent, affordable homes for families in need.
Volunteer Opportunities: Construction, office, committees, administrative and family partnership, home storage outlet.
Main Fund-raising Event: Year-end appeal and small special events.
Habitat for Humanity Venice Area, Inc.
Builds homes for qualified, low-income families.
Administrative Director: Nancy Buscher
Address: 243 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, FL 34285
Telephone: (941) 486-8258
Web site: www.habitatvenice.org
Mission Statement: Eliminate sub-standard housing in south Sarasota County.
Volunteer Opportunities: Construction, office assistance, family selection, nurture communities, church liaison, site selection, newsletter, speakers’ bureau.
Main Fund-raising Event: Ongoing grants and donations.
Contact Telephone: (941) 497-4262, Ellen Hillstrom
Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota County, Inc.
Public-private partnership of agencies and individuals dedicated to improved pregnancy outcomes and the optimum growth and development of young children.
Executive Director: Sarah Gorman
Address: 1750 17th St., Building M
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 373-7070
Web site: www.healthystartflorida.com
Mission Statement: Promote and protect prenatal and infant health.
Volunteer Opportunities: Coalition and executive board membership, participation in design and implementation of intitiatives to reduce fetal and infant deaths.
Main Fund-raising Event: Pre-Thanksgiving Walk—Beach walk to raise funds for emergency transportation for Healthy Start clients to access medical care and other services.
Date: Nov. 23, 2003
Location: Siesta Beach
Ticket Price: $8/person
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 373-7070
Hospice of Southwest Florida
Independent organization serving patients with life-limiting illness in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties.
President and CEO: Marge Maisto
Address: 5955 Rand Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34238
Telephone: (941) 923-5822
Web site: www.hospice-swf.org
Mission Statement: Total support system for patients and families dealing with a life-limiting illness, providing the highest level of care.
Volunteer Opportunities: Patient care, office, Hospice House, cooking, gardening.
Main Fund-raising Event: “Pathways of the Heart”—Unique gifting opportunity to pay tribute to loved ones while supporting your local hospice.
Date: Ongoing
Location: Bradenton, Palmetto, Sarasota, Venice and Port Charlotte
Ticket Price: N/A
Event Chair: Georganna Elliott
Contact Telephone: (941) 929-2302
The Hospital Foundation
Fund-raising arm of the Bon Secours Venice Healthcare Group.
Executive Director: Debra Hunt
Address: 540 The Rialto
Venice, FL 34285
Telephone: (941) 483-7557
Mission Statement: Provide a focused avenue for community support of the Bon Secours Venice Hospital through the development of financial support.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Hospital Ball—Benefit for the Venice healthcare system.
Date: Spring 2004, TBA
Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chairs: Gilly Francis, Christine Griffith, Angie Edbrooke
Contact Telephone: (941) 483-7557
Humane Society of Sarasota County, Inc.
Provides care, shelter and love to thousands of animals annually since 1952. In addition to pet adoption, it offers education, pet therapy, children’s programs, dog obedience training and low-cost spaying and neutering.
Executive Director: Deborah Robbins Millman, APR
Address: 2331 15th St.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 955-4131
Web site: http://hssc.org
Mission Statement: Prevent cruelty, suffering and overpopulation of animals through education, housing and financial support.
Volunteer Opportunities: Matchmaking, cat cuddling, dog walking, pet therapy, special events, off-site adoption, administration.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Hot Dogs and Cool Cats—Gala featuring live and silent auctions and a people and pets fashion show.
2) Pat Schlesinger-Lonsdale Invitational Golf Tournament—Golf tournament with pre- and post parties.
Dates:
1) Spring 2004
2) Nov. 14-15, 2003
Locations:
1) TBA
2) Waterlefe Golf & River Club
Ticket Prices:
1) TBA
2) $185 for golf and parties; $75 for “Party with Pat”
Event Chairs:
1) TBA
2) Pat Schlesinger-Lonsdale, honorary chair; Rob Lonsdale and Jan Oppenheimer, co-chairs
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-4131
Island Village Montessori School
The area’s only private charter school offering free Montessori education.
Executive Director: Kym Elder
Address: 2001 Pinebrook Road
Venice, FL 34275
Telephone: (941) 484-4999
Web site: www.islandvillage.org
Mission Statement: Provide high-quality Montessori education to elementary students.
Volunteer Opportunities: Reading tutors, surrogate grandparent program, community partners.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Jog-A-Thon
2) Spring Social—Silent auction, family dance.
Dates:
1) February 2004
2) March 2004
Location and Ticket Prices: TBA
Event Chair: Kim Reschethaler
Contact Telephone: (941) 484-4999
J.H. Floyd Sunshine Manor, Inc.
Skilled nursing center, rehabilitation clinic, independent living center and assisted living facility.
Executive Director: Dewayne Harvey
Address: 1755 18th St.
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 955-4915
Mission Statement: Meet the healthcare and housing needs of elderly residents while providing an environment that encourages independence and self-worth.
Volunteer Opportunities: Activities department, dietary, housekeeping.
Main Fund-raising Event: Annual Distinguished Service Awards Banquet—Banquet honoring employees and community members who make significant contributions to the facility.
Date: May 2004
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price: $60/person
Event Chairs: Dewayne Harvey and Lori Fordham
Contact Telephone: (941) 906-9217
Jazz Club of Sarasota
Provides jazz music to the community.
Vice President: Bob Gaines
Address: 330 S. Pineapple Ave., Suite 111
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-1552
Web site: www.jazzclubsarasota.com
Mission Statement: Promote, perform and preserve jazz.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sarasota Jazz Festival—Indoor and outdoor jazz events, some free to public.
Date: March 21-28, 2004
Location: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Ticket Price: Free-$40/person
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-1552
Jewish Family & Children’s Services
Community center.
President and CEO: Rose Chapman
Address: 2688 Fruitville Road
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 366-2224
Web site: www.jfcs-cares.org
Mission Statement: Provide high-quality mental health and social services to enhance the lives of families and individuals of all races, creeds and religions in Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Volunteer Opportunities: Hospital visitations, mentors, tutors, religious services, community re-sale warehouse, office and clerical. Call Caroline Zucker at 366-2224 for information.
Main Fund-raising Event: Tribute Dinner
Date: March 14, 2004
Location: Michael’s On East
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-2224
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Home to three spectacular attractions, including the internationally recognized Museum of Art, Cà d’Zan mansion and the Circus Museum.
Executive Director: Dr. John Wetenhall
Address: 5401 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 359-5700 or 351-1660
Web site: www.ringling.org
Mission Statement: Preserve, develop and enhance the legacy of John and Mable Ringling and engage and educate a large and diverse audience in a world-renowned collection of art, the Ringlings’ mansion and its historic contents, collections documenting the circus and its history, the historic Asolo Theater and the historic architecture, courtyard, gardens and grounds overlooking Sarasota Bay.
Volunteer Opportunities: Complex-wide for info desk, special events, clerical, or tram driving on the grounds.
Main Fund-raising Event: UnGala Gala—Black-tie gala event.
Date: Oct.18, 2003
Location: Ringling Museum
Ticket Price: $225/person
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 359-5733
Junior Achievement
Educates and inspires young people to value free enterprise, business and economies to improve the quality of their lives.
Executive Director: Maria Hussey
Address: 405 26th Ave. W., Suite A
Bradenton, FL 34205
Telephone: (941) 749-5301
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Ensure that every child in America has a fundamental understanding of the free enterprise system.
Volunteer Opportunities: Teachers, grades K-12.
Main Fund-raising Event: Bowl-A-Thon—Bowling tournament.
Date: September 2003
Location: Sarasota Lanes
Ticket Price: Donations only
Event Chair: John Compton
Contact Telephone: (941) 749-5301
Junior League
For 45 years, the league has been committed to service and volunteer training. Membership is open to all women. Numerous community service projects are completed throughout the year and current initiatives include school literacy, transitional housing and helping the homeless. The main fund-raising events are Holiday Tour of Homes, Tinsel and Treasures Gift Mart and the Barely Blemished Rummage sale. Call for volunteer opportunities.
Total grants: $8,500
Number of grants: 7
Range of grants: $500-$2,500
Average grant size: $1,200
President: Cheryl Burstein
3300 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit 3
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 953-5600
www.juniorleagueofsarasota.org
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
The world’s leading non-governmental funder of diabetes research.
Branch Manager: Sara Rankin
Address: 3333 Clark Road, Suite 160
Sarasota, FL 34231
Telephone: (941) 929-0621
E-mail: [email protected]
Mission Statement: Find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.
Volunteer Opportunities: “Walk to Cure Diabetes,” community outreach, advocacy, and participation in fund-raisers.
Main Fund-raising Event: “Walk to Cure Diabetes”—Annual 5K walk on Siesta Key Beach that attracts more than 2,500 participants.
Date: March 2004
Location: Siesta Key Beach
Ticket Price: Free; walkers receive pledges to walk
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 929-0621
La Musica Di Asolo, Inc. DBA La Musica
International chamber music festival.
Executive Director: Sally R. Faron
Address: P.O. Box 5442
Sarasota, FL 34277
Telephone: (941) 346-2601
Web site: www.lamusicafestival.org
Mission Statement: Bring the finest musicians from Europe and the Americas to perform chamber works, both familiar and seldom-heard, to transmit the joy of performance.
Volunteer Opportunities: Box office, supervise rehearsals, mailings, computer work.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sonata a Due—Good music, good food and good company. An evening that starts with wine and hors d’oeuvres, followed by music recital and dinner.
Date: Dec. 8, 2003
Location: Charles Ringling House
Ticket Price: $125-$175/person
Event Chair: Rachele Rivolta, Sally Islan and Janet Hunter
Contact Telephone: (941) 346-1795
Legal Aid of Manasota, Inc.
Provides free legal services to Sarasota and Manatee County residents using local attorneys who volunteer their time and services.
Executive Director: Linda Harradine
Address: 1900 Main St., Suite 302
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-0038
Mission Statement: Provide free legal services to income-qualified residents of Sarasota and Manatee counties and educate the public on legal rights and responsibilities.
Volunteer Opportunities: Mainly attorneys, but also some basic office work and volunteers for special projects.
Lemon Bay Conservancy, Inc.
Land trust focused on preserving lands in the greater Lemon Bay community.
Executive Director: N. Perry Cook
Address: P.O. Box 508
Englewood, FL 34295
Telephone: (941) 475-9021
Web site: www.lemonbayconservancy.org
Mission Statement: Forever protect the well-being of Lemon Bay.
Volunteer Opportunities: Fund-raising and preservation promotion.
Main Fund-raising Event: Winter Gala—Dinner, dance, and live and silent auction.
Date, Location and Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Gail Giles
Contact Telephone: (941) 475-9021
The Life of Riley Foundation
Support and fund-raising group that supports the cure of pediatric brain tumors and supports families of children with brain tumors.
Executive Director: Kelly R.A. Saba
Address: 2121 Main St., Suite A
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 923-3093
Web site: www.lifeofrileyfoundation.com
Mission Statement: Promote awareness about pediatric brain tumors, raise money for a cure and provide support to and a voice for families who children live with these tumors.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Riley’s Royal Gala—Sarasota’s first black-tie gala for children (grades preK-5) and their parents and/or grandparents.
2) Beach Run/Walk—5K run or 1-mile fun run/walk.
Dates:
1) May 8, 2004
2) May 29, 2004
Locations:
1) Michael’s On East
2) Siesta Key Beach
Ticket Prices:
1) $65/children, $85/adult
2) $15/adult, $10/child
Event Chairs:
1) Kelly R.A. Saba
2) Kelly G. Saba
Contact Telephones:
1) (941) 923-3093
2) (941) 923-3093
Literacy Council of Sarasota, Inc.
Free private instruction in reading and learning English as a second language.
Board President: W. David McShane
Address: 1750 17th St., Building H
Sarasota, FL 34234
Telephone: (941) 955-0421
Mission Statement: Provide free private instruction to adults in English-as-a-second-language and basic literacy skills to empower them to become more productive members of the communities.
Volunteer Opportunities: Tutors, computer lab monitors, interviewers, data entry, special events, volunteer coordinators and project leader, grant writers.
Main Fund-raising Event: Spell-a-Bration—Adult spelling bee where executives compete.
Date: February 2004
Location and Event Chair: TBA
Ticket Price: Team sponsors
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-0421, Roselyn Leon
Longboat Key Center for the Arts
Offers art classes and hosts art exhibitions.
Managing Director: Maggie Noble
Address: 6860 Longboat Drive S.
Longboat Key, FL 34228
Telephone: (941) 383-2345
Web site: www.longboatkeyartscenter.org
Mission Statement: Enhance and enrich the cultural life of Longboat Key and neighboring communities by providing art classes, exhibitions and performing arts.
Volunteer Opportunities: Docents, gallery sitters, events committees, exhibit committees
Main Fund-raising Event: “They Make a Difference”—Benefit dinner to recognize individuals who have made a significant civic contribution.
Date: February 2004
Location: Longboat Key Club
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Edina Jennison
Contact Telephone: (941) 383-2345
Lou Gehrig’s Disease Association of Southwest Florida, Inc.
All-volunteer organization offering support groups, equipment loan closet, resource library and respite care to those living with ALS in Sarasota.
Executive Director: Vicki Watkins
Address: P.O. Box 11104
Sarasota, FL 34278
Telephone: (941) 955-4771
Web site: www.lgda-als.org
Mission Statement: Promote public awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), raise funds to provide services to people with ALS and their families, and assist researchers in finding a cure for this disease.
Volunteer Opportunities: Patient coordination and services, support group facilitation, fund-raising, administration, support and equipment inventory.
Main Fund-raising Event: Golf tournaments throughout the year.
Dates, Locations and Ticket Prices: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 955-4771
Loveland Center, Inc.
Provides adult day training, supported living, job coaching and community volunteer opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities.
Executive Director: Carl Penxa Jr.
Address: 157 S. Havana Road
Venice, FL 34292
Telephone: (941) 493-0016
Mission Statement: Help adults with developmental disabilities live their lives to the fullest.
Volunteer Opportunities: Lovelanders Volunteer Group—volunteers who provide events and special projects.
Main Fund-raising Event: Jacaranda West Golf Tournament—Women’s and men’s golf tournament.
Date: March/April 2004
Location: Jacaranda West Country Club
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Steve Davis
Contact Telephone: (941) 493-2664
Lutheran Services Florida
Guardianship programs.
Executive Director: James A. Wells
Address: P.O. Box 848
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 358-6330
Mission Statement: Protect incapacitated individuals from abuse, neglect and exploitation while ensuring they live their lives with dignity and respect.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sunset Silent Auction—Fun, casual evening with live entertainment, raffle, food and drinks.
Date: Sept. 20, 2003
Location: The Chelsea Center
Ticket Price: $30 in advance, $35 at the door
Event Chairs: Carmen Scoma and Mary Sander
Contact Telephone: (941) 358-6330
Make a Wish Foundation of Sarasota Tampa Bay
Grants wishes to children with life-threatening illness.
Executive Director: Vee C. Yerrid
Address: 5033 W. Laurel St., Suite 110
Tampa, FL 33607
Telephone: (813) 288-2600
Web site: www.suncoast.wish.org
Mission Statement: Grant wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
Volunteer Opportunities: Wish-granting, fund-raising, speakers’ bureau.
Main Fund-raising Event: Sarasota Tennis Tournament—Tennis tournament.
Date: May 2, 2003
Location: Chelsea Center
Ticket Price: $40-$100/person
Event Chair: Joanne Bloom
Contact Telephone: (941) 926-9474
Mana-Sota Lighthouse for the Blind
Provides specialized services for the visually impaired.
Executive Director: Janice T. Felski
Address: 7318 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
Telephone: (941) 359-1404
Mission Statement: Promote the individual growth and dignity of visually impaired and blind adults and children.
Volunteer Opportunities: Drivers for client classes.
Main Fund-raising Event: Dr. James Morrish Sr. Memorial Golf Challenge—18-hole golf competition in memory of former client and board member, Dr. James Morrish Sr.
Date: Sept. 13, 2003
Location: Bradenton Country Club
Ticket Price: $125 per player
Event Chair: David Cruikshank
Contact Telephone: (941) 359-1404
Manasota Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC)
Provides day, residential and employment services at locations in Sarasota and Manatee counties to develop employability and daily living skills.
CEO: Ivan Canuteson
Address: 3659 Cortez Road W.
Bradenton, FL 34210
Telephone: (941) 752-2976
Web site: www.manasotaarc.org
Mission Statement: Enhance the dignity and independence of adults with disabilities, enabling them to choose and realize their goals through participating in community-based opportunities and individualized programs.
Volunteer Opportunities: Family support groups, clerical assistance, committees of the board, programs and planning, fiscal, resource development, government and community relations.
Main Fund-raising Event: Celebration dinner and silent auction.
Date: April 29, 2004
Location: El Conquistador Country Club
Ticket Price: $50-$75/person
Event Chair: Barbara Lombardo
Contact Telephone: (941) 752-2976
Manasota Solve, Inc.
Provides maternity housing and services in a drug-free atmosphere where productive use of their time is encouraged by continuing their education, working or volunteering.
Executive Director: Donna Vellenga
Addresses:
1) 1509 Eighth Ave., W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 748-0094
2) 5125 S. Orange Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 366-9288
Web site: www.manasota.com
Mission Statement: Provide a home for pregnant women of any race and age who wish to preserve the lives of their unborn children.
Volunteer Opportunities: Mentors, transportation, fund-raisers, lawn service, answer phones, sort baby clothes. At Bradenton location, housing.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Golf Tournament—Four-person scramble, men and mixed.
2) Poinsettia sales
3) Carnation Sale
4) Classic Car Show
5) Paul Todd Concert
Dates:
1) TBA
2) Holidays
3) Mother’s Day
4) October 2003
5) TBA
Locations:
1) TBA
2) TBA
3) TBA
4) Gamble Mansion
5) TBA
Ticket Prices: TBA
Event Chair: Curtis Vallenga
Contact Telephone: (941) 748-0094
Manatee Glens
The area’s oldest and largest provider of mental health services and addiction treatment services.
Executive Director: Mary Ruiz
Address: 391 Sixth Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205
Telephone: (941) 741-3111
Web site: www.manateeglens.com
Mission Statement: Promote a healthier community through the delivery and support of quality mental health and addiction services.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call Gloria Barsalou at 741-3131 for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: “A Special Event”—Renowned speaker, dinner and silent auction.
Date: March 13, 2004
Location: Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club
Ticket Price: TBA
Event Chair: Committee Chaired
Contact Telephone: (941) 741-3111
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
A world center for research, education and display of epiphytes, primarily orchids and bromeliads.
President and CEO: Dr. Meg Lowman
Address: 811 S. Palm Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 366-5731
Web site: www.selby.org
Mission Statement: Conservation and display, and education about tropical plants and their habitats.
Volunteer Opportunities: Many, from garden docents to gardeners, special events, administrative.
Main Fund-raising Event: The Orchid Ball—An elegant evening of dinner and dancing amid the tropical splendor of Selby Gardens.
Date: April 3, 2004
Location: Selby Gardens
Ticket Price and Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 366-5731, ext. 259
Mayor’s Feed the Hungry Campaign
A group of volunteers interested in feeding the hungry in our community.
Executive Director: Joel C. Swallow
Address: P.O. Box 1992
Sarasota, FL 34230
Telephone: (941) 364-7440
Web site: www.mayorsfeedthehungry.org
Mission Statement: Raise funds from the public and community organizations to provide food vouchers to feed the hungry during holiday seasons.
Volunteer Opportunities: Find out during weekly 11 a.m. meetings at City Hall from August to January.
Main Fund-raising Event: Community mailing in October/November annually—Mail letter to community signed by mayors asking for donations to feed the hungry.
Date: October-November 2003
Location: Sarasota and Manatee counties
Ticket Price: N/A
Event Chair: Joel Swallow
Contact Telephone: (941) 364-7440
Meals on Wheels of Sarasota
All-volunteer meal delivery service to shut-ins living in Sarasota.
Executive Director: William Morris III
Address: 421 N. Lime Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 366-6693
Mission Statement: Deliver noon meals six days a week, holidays included, 52 weeks a year to shut-ins in Sarasota.
Volunteer Opportunities: Drivers, kitchen workers, call 330-8683 for details.
Main Fund-raising Event: Once-a-year private mailing.
Mental Health Community Centers, Inc.
Provides daily programs at three drop-in centers in Sarasota, Venice and Arcadia that bring the members into the mainstream of society.
Executive Director: Jessica Ventimiglia
Address: 240-B S. Tuttle
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 953-3477
Mission Statement: Provide support services to adults with mental illness and disabling emotional problems.
Volunteer Opportunities: Arts and crafts, office support, activity leadership and maintenance/gardening.
Main Fund-raising Events:
1) Celebrity Waiters’ Dinner—Celebrity waiters vie for the “Tarnished Spoon” award by getting the largest amount of tips from their table of guests.
2) High Hopes Gala—Elegant dinner dance with silent and live auction.
Dates:
1) March 2004
2) May 2004
Locations:
1) Village on the Isle
2) Serendipity Country Club
Ticket Prices:
1) $50/person
2) $125/person
Event Chairs:
1) Carolyn Eagen
2) Myra Ratoss and Nick Drizos
Contact Telephones:
1) (941) 496-4934
2) (941) 953-3477
Mote Marine Laboratory
Marine research and education organization and aquarium that draws 400,000 visitors annually.
Executive Director: Dr. Kumar Mahadevan
Address: 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236
Telephone: (941) 388-4441
Web site: www.mote.org
Mission Statement: Excellence in marine science and education.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call Andrea Davis for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-raising Event: Oceanic Evening—Annual black-tie gala with proceeds benefiting Mote’s research centers.
Date: Oct. 25, 2003
Location: Mote Aquarium Courtyard
Ticket Price: $150/person
Event Chairs: Mollie Nelson and Sandy Buchanan
Contact Telephone: (941) 388-4441, ext. 305
Mothers Helping Mothers
All-volunteer organization that provides donated basic necessities to 20-30 mothers a month at no charge.
President: Madeline Brogan
Address: 2239 N. Washington Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34237
Telephone: (941) 953-7572
Mission Statement: Meet the resource needs of families in Sarasota County who are struggling to help themselves.
Volunteer Opportunities: Helping in Children’s Clothes Closet store on North Washington Boulevard, open Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon.
Movement Disorder Society
Offers a specialized neuro-rehabilitation clinic, adult day care and wellness programs for Parkinson’s patients and those with movement disorders.
Executive Director: Janelle Kelly
Address: 126 E. Olympia Ave.
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Telephone: (941) 833-8312
Mission Statement: Provide the type of care, support and education that allows patients and caregivers to understand and manage their Parkinson’s disease and related movement disorders, to make their lives whole.
Volunteer Opportunities: Call for specific opportunities.
Main Fund-Raising Event: Gala—Evening featuring guest speaker Janet Reno. Also scheduled to attend is U.S. Representative Katherine Harris.
Date: Sept. 20, 2003
Location: Waterside Room, Sarasota Quay
Ticket Price: $125/person
Event Chair: TBA
Contact Telephone: (941) 833-8312