February 13, 2026 | Sarasota
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County recently awarded a total of $163,300 in Capacity Building grants to 21 nonprofits. The aim of this round of funding is to help organizations improve fundraising strategies, streamline operations, manage data and invest in technological infrastructure. The Community Foundation’s long-term goal is to support nonprofits as they build greater self-sufficiency so that they can continue to serve their clients, and the community, year after year. The organizations supported work in a wide variety of fields, from providing day shelter services for the homeless to environmental conservation and restoration.
“Capacity Building grants strengthen nonprofits’ long-term viability by helping them invest in the infrastructure that drives sustained success—from advanced fundraising tools and expert strategic planning support to modernized data management systems and beyond,” says Kirsten Russell, the Community Foundation’s vice president of community impact. “While the results may not be immediately visible, these targeted investments create lasting capacity, positioning organizations to operate more effectively and amplify their impact for years to come.”…