New platform links Tampa Bay donors to nonprofits losing funding

Nonprofits across Tampa Bay are facing a squeeze. Federal programs are cutting grants. State budgets are tightening. Hillsborough County is preparing to phase out many recurring local grants. At the

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Charity Bridge Fund logo featuring three stylized bridge arches in blue, orange and light blue above the organization’s name.
Tampa hotels launch Plates with Purpose to fight food insecurity

Mainsail hotels are turning every entrée sold into meals for families facing holiday food insecurity.

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Exterior view of the Epicurean Hotel at sunset, showing the multi-story building with illuminated windows, brick and stucco design, street traffic light trails and a Bern’s Steak House valet parking sign in the foreground.
United Way Suncoast CEO heads south to helm Sarasota foundation

Jessica Muroff leaves United Way Suncoast to become CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, strengthening Tampa Bay’s nonprofit network.

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Jessica Muroff, incoming president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.
Tampa Bay remembers Doug Martin for more than football

Doug Martin’s legacy shines through his quiet generosity and service to Tampa Bay.

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Doug Martin receives a certificate of appreciation from a U.S. Army officer at Schofield Barracks during the 2013 Pro Bowl week.
Baker and Emily Mayfield just gave a Florida Gator the opportunity of a lifetime

Baker Mayfield’s latest scholarship honors a Florida Gator whose grit mirrors his own rise from walk-on to Heisman winner.

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University of Florida football player Charles Emanuel III smiles and shakes hands with teammates as they applaud during a team meeting.
St. Petersburg YMCA CEO David Jezek reflects on 42 years of leadership

YMCA CEO David Jezek closes a 42-year career shaped by service, collaboration and community leadership in St. Petersburg.

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Portrait of David Jezek beside the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg logo, marking his retirement after 42 years of service.
Tampa Bay Charities Guide 2024: Here’s how you can support local giving this season 

Every year, the team at Tampa Bay Business and Wealth gathers for an afternoon and plans what they think the next year of issues will look like. From who will

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Copperhead Charities tops the $50M mark in charity impact through PGA TOUR events (PHOTOS)

Copperhead Charities, tournament organizer for the Valspar Championship, is reporting that it has generated more than $50 million, through PGA TOUR-sponsored golf events in the Tampa Bay area, since 1977,

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Melting Pot Social opens this week in downtown Tampa (PHOTOS)

Melting Pot Social, or MeltSO, opened its doors in the Ave Tampa Riverwalk apartment building, at 105 West Tyler Street. The menu is New American food and modern fondue, in

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On the Scene: 44th Annual Person of Vision Award Gala (PHOTOS)

Preserve Vision Florida, a Pinellas County-based statewide non-profit, honored David Yates as its 2023 Person of Vision. The 44th Annual Person of Vision Award Gala was held in Clearwater Marina

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How Heart of Adoptions is hoping to raise awarenessfor kids in the adoption system

More than four decades ago, when she first started working in the complicated courts of family law, Jeanne Tate wasn’t looking to revolutionize adoption in Florida. She was simply a

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Shield of Faith Missions goes into the holidays with veterans in mind

Thee holiday season puts gratitude into high gear, but even before the thanks of Thanksgiving, Americans celebrate Veterans Day to pay respect to the men and women who protect and

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