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Sharing Talents And Resources Together

Our Story

 

START was formed in May 2019 by six individuals who saw an opportunity to improve the lives of people in their community by helping local-based nonprofit organizations.

 

START offers volunteer opportunities through its Outreach and Fundraising activities and Social events for its members. The Organization thrives on teamwork and camaraderie.

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If you don’t mind a bit of work and like to have a good time doing it, START is the Organization for you.  See what we are all about below.  

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START's Mission Statement

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​Sharing Talents And Resources Together (START) assists community based nonprofit organizations accomplish their goals.   

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START's Purpose

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​START was established as a service organization offering hands-on support and funds to area nonprofit organizations whose focus is to improve the well-being of individuals within Sarasota County.

START Benefactors

START members are our main benefactors; they are responsible for making our efforts successful.  Our projects always require volunteers, and many are dependent on donated items or monetary donations.  We could not operate without the generous commitment from our members.  In addition, we have received exceptional support from:

 

Community Foundation of Sarasota County
Dockside Grill
Gulf Coast Community Foundation
Hotel Venezia
IslandWalk
Lueann Wood, PA
Nokomis Area Civic Association
North Port Area Chamber of Commerce 
Osprey-Nokomis Chamber of Commerce
Paradise Grill
Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club
Publix Charities
Sharky’s
Sherwin-Williams 
United Way of Sarasota County
Venice Area Chamber of Commerce
Venice Area Historical Society
Venice Gondolier
Venice Main Street

 

Organizations Currently Supported by START
UPCOMING PROJECTS & EVENTS 

(Volunteering Support or Sponsoring)

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April 5 - Big Waters Wild About Nature

April 5 - Evening Under the Stars

April 8 - Literacy Volunteers Appreciation Luncheon

April 12,13 - Sharks Tooth Festival

April 23 – Snook Haven Member Social Outing

START’S ONGOING PROJECTS 2024

(Our members support with donations throughout the year.)

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Women’s Resource Center
START supports the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) by collecting new, or clean and gently used women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories.  START accepts to the WRC at any time and delivers collected items every 2 months. We have six drop off locations for our members. 
Click here for WRC’s website

Satchel’s Last Resort
START supports Satchel’s Last Resort by collecting the much needed supplies to help maintain the shelter. The donated items that are on their ‘Wish List’ can be found at Wish List - Satchel’s Last Resort. We have three drop off locations for our members.

2B Kind
2B Kind is an animal outreach program that is focused on finding solutions for animals and their owners in need of prescription food, medical assistance, or medicine. Sales from their Thrift Store fund these efforts. They take both clothing and household items.  Since it is local, items can easily be dropped off.
Click here for 2B Kind’s website

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Good Sam Pharmacy and Health Services
Good Sam Pharmacy and Health Services (GSPHS) provides medical services to many of our uninsured and financially challenged neighbors. Their services include free access to physician services, diagnostic testing, prescriptions, and over-the-counter medications.  Click HERE to find out what’s on their Wish List.

START’S COMPLETED PROJECTS 2024

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P.O. Box 1695

Venice, FL 34284

Email: startofsc@gmail.com

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