January 14, 2026 | Sarasota | Sarasota Scene
The Lake Club Women’s Giving Circle is proud to announce the distribution of $24,000 in grants to 18 local 501(c)(3) organizations during its second grant cycle of the year. This is the organization’s first year that the grant cycle was expanded. In addition, the organization funded two drives totaling $26,000. This recent round of funding brings the total amount awarded in 2025 to an impressive $103,000 following an earlier grant cycle where $53,000 was distributed to local Nonprofits. This milestone marks the largest amount granted by the organization since its founding in 2014
The record-breaking 2025 total was made possible in part by a generous $10,000 contribution from an anonymous donor within the Giving Circle—an extraordinary gift that highlights the spirit of philanthropy and community leadership at the heart of the organization. The organization receives additional funding from partnerships from local business and members that make contributions throughout the year.
“We are thrilled to support these incredible organizations that work tirelessly to improve be the change in our community,” said Nancy Lepain, Chair of the TLC Women’s Giving Circle Grant Committee. “The breadth of projects funded this year showcases the diverse needs of our community and the power of women coming together to make a difference in the lives of others.”