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The 7th Thrive & Dine brought together 19 organizations to share their orchids and onions—celebrating successes and discussing challenges—so they can learn from one another’s experiences and embed those insights into their own organizations. Art Center Sarasota Beyond the Spectrum BIG CAT HABITAT GULF COAST SANCTUARY INC Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity Charlotte Players Manatee Performing Arts Center FRIENDS OF THE FLORIDA MARITIME MUSEUM INC Humane Society of Manatee County Lighthouse Vision Loss Education Center NAMI Sarasota and Manatee Counties Neuro Challenge Foundation Peace River Wildlife Center Resilient Retreat, Inc. Selah Freedom Senior Friendship Centers The Literacy Council of Sarasota Tidewell Treasures UnidosNow Venice MainStreet Inc #CommunityImpact #NetworkingForGood #MissionDriven

The 2025 TPF Study Away class has safely returned to Indiana after a productive week, capped by a Knowledge Sharing Session. Here are some of the highlights from this session: Leadership – Students learned that leadership is not just about directing others but inspiring and supporting them. It involves building trust, communicating effectively, and adapting to different situations to guide teams toward shared goals. Willingness – Through activities like the Pop-Up Neighbor through Laundry, students discovered the power of stepping out of their comfort zones. When they visited local organizations and were given the opportunity to be a consultant, they learned that it's okay not to have all the answers and that approaching conversations with curiosity is essential for growth. Readiness – Students discovered that being ready doesn't require knowing everything. They learned that asking questions and engaging thoughtfully fosters personal and collective growth, ultimately leading to better outcomes. Capacity – Leadership thrives on diverse perspectives, teamwork, and creative problem-solving to drive meaningful change. Culture – Engaging with different perspectives helped students appreciate the value of building relationships and meaningful conversations. Observing how shared spaces like The Bay brought people together highlighted the role of culture in promoting collaboration. They also learned TPF glossary words like passionaries and possibilitarians! This experience helped students see that leadership is about more than just taking charge—it's about fostering trust, connection, and growth. They learned that being willing to step outside their comfort zones, ready to adapt, and able to build relationships with diverse people are all crucial elements of effective leadership. They also discovered the importance of culture in shaping collaborative environments and how each individual's unique strengths contribute to the success of the group. #TPFStudyAway #Philanthropy Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy Debra Jacobs Pamela Clark

Thank you to The Patterson Foundation for allowing us to participate in their Study Away program. We had the privilege of having Wade and Chakshu from Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy to help us strengthen our stewardship with our generous donors. We are feeling excited to implement their new initiatives to help our organization thrive and invest in a healthier community!

Grateful for the opportunity to present an overview of community conversations to students from Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Through community conversations, we’ve gained valuable insights that have shaped the DeSoto Ahead initiative and contributed to the development of the DeSoto County Public Capital Report. These discussions have strengthened connections, identified community needs, and helped pave the way for future progress. A huge thank you to The Patterson Foundation for investing in this work and our community! Your support makes a lasting impact. The Patterson Foundation The Harwood Institute Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy DeSoto County Economic Development Cheri Coryea Alicia Exantus

This week, TPF is hosting the fifth Study Away class, The Patterson Foundation Immersive Impact: Through Engagement, Experience, and Expertise. This means 50 students from Indiana University Indianapolis Lilly Family School of Philanthropy have chosen to spend their spring break fully immersing themselves into our community. You might be thinking, "How busy are they?" Well, in just the first three days after arriving at Sarasota airport, they've already connected with the following organizations: · Dive Into Reading by Anna Maria Oyster Bar · The Bay Sarasota · SARASOTA TECHNOLOGY USERS GROUP INC (STUG) · The Women's Resource Center of Sarasota County · Meals on Wheels of Sarasota, Inc · Operation Warrior Resolution · Wholehearted Education Jessica DiLorenzo · Unit Bricks STEAM Toys · Gilstad Literacy Foundation/Charlotte County Imagination Library · CreArte Latino Cultural Center · Riverview High School Kiltie Band Boosters Inc Sarasota County Schools · Senior Friendship Centers · Peace River Wildlife Center The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy is the first school dedicated solely to the study and teaching of philanthropy. Since its inception, it has demonstrated a commitment to training and empowering students and practitioners to innovate and lead to creating positive and lasting change in the world. The experiential nature of the course offers a unique opportunity to live philanthropic work in real environments. Because there is a mix of undergraduate and graduate students, this exposure allows for meaningful participation across the experience and interest spectrum. #Philanthropy #LearningByDoing #TPFStudyAway #FutureLeaders #HandsOnLearning Debra Jacobs Pamela Clark

The Patterson Foundation’s Fueling Dynamic Fundraising initiative is partnering with The Fund Raising School to offer two fully funded, in-person fundraising courses designed to help nonprofits elevate their fundraising strategies and maximize mission impact! Why Apply? Gain expert training, CFRE credits, and the chance to receive a year of consulting—fully funded by TPF! Who Can Apply? Nonprofits with an active Giving Partner profile and annual revenue within the course-specific criteria. Application Deadline: Monday, April 7, 2025 Click here to learn more! https://lnkd.in/eB4wACtb Community Foundation of Sarasota County #GivingChallenge #Fundraising #philanthropy

🕕 DEADLINE TO REGISTER 🕕 The Patterson Foundation’s Margin & Mission Ignition initiative is launching a three-part Learning Lab series to help nonprofit leaders explore earned income strategies. The first session, Exploring Earned Income Possibilities, takes place on March 19, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM EST via Zoom. Continue reading for details—space is limited! https://lnkd.in/einWmK_3 #Nonprofits #EarnedIncome #SocialEnterprise #FinancialThrivability #MissionDriven #ThePattersonFoundation #MarginAndMissionIgnition #LeadershipDevelopment No Margin, No Mission

What would YOU choose to do on your Spring Break? Well, Reese Gheen & Ryne Mills, Montana Crossman, and Benjamin Rocks are choosing to spend a week in Sarasota immersed in the world of philanthropy. Through a collaboration with The Patterson Foundation and Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, TPF Immersive Impact: Through Engagement and Consulting provides undergraduate and graduate students attending the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy a professional growth opportunity using TPF's initiatives. All 10 students' semester-long course culminates with a weeklong spring study away experience with TPF in Sarasota. This opportunity demonstrates how TPF's unique position of having an unfettered charter allows it to undertake work in ways others are not doing, cannot do, or will not do. After Monday morning's engaging presentation with the one and only Michael Oxman and Larry Clark on consulting best practices, Cheri and I embarked on a bit of a trip with four of the IU students working with Digital Access for All to engage on two sites: one with Sarasota Technology Users Group (STUG), a nonprofit refurbishing and redistributing donated devices to those in need and the Women's Resource Center (WRC), a nonprofit that provides women of all ages and backgrounds with support, resources, and services. On Friday morning, Reese Gheen, Ryne Mills will present their consulting observations and recommendations to strengthen STUG's work, and Montana Crossman & Benjamin Rocks will share their own with a focus on WRC. I think Cheri Coryea would agree that we've got a great group with energy and positivity — true passionaries and possibilitarians! Pamela Clark Ronnie Plasters Debra Jacobs