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.