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August 03, 2015
National Aging Mastery Program® Coming to Bradenton-Sarasota Region
With support from The Patterson Foundation, three area agencies will offer the National Council on Aging’s wellness program for older adults.
July 13, 2015
Area Nonprofits Selected to Participate in Entrepreneurial Initiative
Organizations will develop and implement earned-income plans through Margin & Mission Ignition, an initiative of The Patterson Foundation.
May 25, 2015
The Patterson Foundation Commits $70,000 to NetHope's Nepal Earthquake Response Effort
Since 2011 The Patterson Foundation has donated more than $840,000 to NetHope efforts.
May 05, 2015
Sarasota County Joins Global Network of Age-Friendly Communities
Age-Friendly Sarasota will develop a more livable environment for all ages.
April 26, 2015
Manatee, Sarasota Counties Join Forces Through the Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading
This marks the beginning of a communitywide vision to improve reading, overall success of Suncoast children.
April 14, 2015
The Patterson Foundation Commits Gift to NetHope's Vanuatu Disaster Response Effort
The gift enabled NetHope to send a team to Vanuatu to begin coordinating communications infrastructure recovery efforts.
January 21, 2015
Entrepreneurial Nonprofit Initiative Kicks Off with Interactive Session
The Patterson Foundation launches effort to enhance long-term nonprofit impact.
January 14, 2015
Campaign for Grade-Level Reading Leader Featured at Sarasota Breakfast
The public is invited to meet Ralph Smith during The Patterson Foundation’s “Breakfast with a Visionary.”
January 08, 2015
Season of Sharing Surpasses Million-Dollar Milestone During the Holidays
Community generosity to trigger additional incentives from The Patterson Foundation.
December 15, 2014
Surge in Season of Sharing Donations Triggers $100,000 Contribution from The Patterson Foundation
Additional $100,000 contributions will be given for every $500,000 raised.
November 24, 2014
The Patterson Foundation’s Season of Sharing Commitment Fosters Community Generosity
Donations will coincide with key milestones during the 2014–2015 campaign.
November 11, 2014
National Military Leaders to be Featured in Veterans Legacy Summit
Representatives of Joining Forces and the Chief of Staff of the Army will visit Sarasota following Veterans Day.
October 24, 2014
The Patterson Foundation Contributes Appreciation Award to Season of Sharing Fiscal Stewards
The gift gives direct support to local agencies administering the campaign’s funds to those in need.
October 15, 2014
The Patterson Foundation to Host Veterans Legacy Summit Nov. 14–15
Registration is now open for this conference for leaders supporting veterans and military families.
September 09, 2014
The Patterson Foundation Commits Gift to NetHope Ebola Response Effort
The gift will enhance the communications capabilities of humanitarian groups involved in outbreak relief.