Sponsorships
Sponsorships support charitable organizations’ mission-related ticketed events that reflect regional diversity, promote accessibility, raise awareness of community needs, and connect people with causes.
Funder: Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Review cycle) | October 1, 2026 (Review cycle) | October 5, 2026 (Review cycle) | December 1, 2026 (Review cycle)
Funding Amounts: Requests should not exceed $5,000; average sponsorship approximately $1,500
Summary: Sponsorships support mission-related ticketed events that reflect regional diversity, promote accessibility, and connect people with charitable causes.
Key Information: Applicants must have an approved/current Giving Partner profile and no outstanding foundation grant reports.
Description
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County provides sponsorships for ticketed events that contribute to charitable organizations’ missions. Examples include fundraising breakfasts, luncheons, and galas. The program supports events that reflect the region’s diversity, uphold accessibility for all, raise awareness of community needs and opportunities, demonstrate a culture of philanthropy, and connect people with causes.
Sponsorship funding is limited and represents one of the foundation’s smallest funding priority areas. The foundation considers fair geographic representation across its region and whether the sectors represented align with donor interests and community needs. Requests are reviewed by committee, with attention to mission alignment, available donor funds, sponsorship benefits, and the foundation’s ability to attend the event. Not every request can be supported.
