Community Impact Grants
Community Impact Grants from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County fund research-driven projects that address systemic barriers to family and economic stability in underserved local communities.
Funder: Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Due Dates: August 31, 2026 | December 31, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per grant (typical award ~$15,000); one-year grant period.
Summary: Supports nonprofits advancing family and economic stability in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, or DeSoto counties, prioritizing underserved populations.
Key Information: Applicants must have a current profile in The Giving Partner and no outstanding grant reports.
Description
Community Impact Grants from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County are designed to empower nonprofits that help individuals, families, and households achieve long-term economic stability and mobility. The program prioritizes projects that address systemic barriers faced by underserved populations, focusing on community care, empowerment and success, and belonging and culture. Embracing a two-generation (2Gen) approach, the Foundation encourages strategies that support both children and the adults in their lives, aiming to strengthen well-being, expand access to essential services, foster connections, and increase opportunities for those facing obstacles to success.
