September 2010
FROM THE EDITOR
Welcome to our 10th annual Charity Register.
BEFORE YOU GIVE
The Community Foundation's Ruth Lando and Susie Bowie on the 10 questions every donor should ask.
SEASON OF SHARING
Competitors become collaborators, as local media unite to help those in need.
SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE
Style editor Carol Tisch finds great gifts at local museums and not-for-profits shops.
MR. CHATTERBOX
Open-hear surgery is no laughing matter-- except when the patient is our own Mr. C.
PARTIES OF THE YEAR
Presenting our annual "Gala Gold" awards, plus a fun look at some party animals and social saints.
YOU CHANGED MY LIFE
Meet five Sarasotans who found the right help at the right time thanks to local charitable organizations.
THE 2010-2011 SEASON CALENDAR
Highlights of this season's galas and special event.s
THE CHARITY REGISTER
Our comprehensive listing of Sarasota non-profits. Edited by Hannah Wallace
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Meet Tony D'Amato, one of the "kids" at the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County.