In 2011, a dedicated group of library lovers came together to form a new organization they called the Library Foundation for Sarasota County.

Ten years later, thanks to a lot of hard work and an amazingly generous community, more than $8 million has been raised in support of the libraries and the Foundation.

The Louis & Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust is generously matching 100% of all donations to the Library Foundation between $5 and $500. We’re grateful for their commitment to our community and to our libraries!