I was always worried about Siesta Beach being named the #1 beach in America. To me, it was the kiss of death as I believed the title would draw hundreds of thousands of new tourists from across the US thus ruining the quaintness many of us have loved about the place. Given the now ever-expanding…

It’s incredible to think that a local organization with roots back to the Civil War is even now making its biggest impact. Today’s guest will share what tremendous reach this philanthropic organization has upon our community and the lives they are changing. Hi, I’m your host Bob Williams and I’m very pleased to welcome Debra…

If you’re like me you get on with your busy life not really thinking about our local hospital– until you need it. It’s then you hope you’re getting truly superior care. But what I hadn’t considered until recently is the incredible role fundraising plays in the quality of front-line care you and I receive. I’m…

I’d argue we don’t talk enough about the amazing amount of philanthropy around here. This is indeed an area where people give and give again. … and Lakewood Ranch is shining in this area too as you’ll hear from today’s guest. I’m very pleased to welcome Adrienne Bookhamer to today’s show. As Executive Director of…

The city of Sarasota recently changed its official seal but kept the tagline: “May Sarasota Prosper.” If ever the tagline were to change it probably should read: “Sarasota Gives Back.” Today we present a wonderful example of giving by two local women who combine their passion for fashion to help the less fortunate in our…