Donor Stories

If acts of goodness could speak, they would testify on behalf of Gulf Coast donors.

A Gift for Results

Though each gives for the most personal of reasons, our donors become a united force that inspires us to push the bounds of the achievable in transforming our region.

A Legacy Preserving a Piece of History

This is the story of how one special woman’s endowments will leave the city of Venice’s first historic fire truck forever protected.

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Three Generations of Family Philanthropy

Peter and Elsa Soderberg have inspired three generations with their transformational approach to family philanthropy.

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The Power of An Endowed Legacy Fund         

The Bruce Harrison Richter Leukemia Fund was designed to support scholarships for campers and technology experiences for children with Leukemia during the most difficult time in their lives.

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Life-Changing Philanthropy

Part of Gulf Coast Community Foundation since its inception, remarkable south county philanthropists Steve and Redenta Picazio provide transformational giving to those who need it most.   

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Trust in Philanthropy Fulfills Giving Needs

Read how donors Ken and JoAnn Johns put their trust in their Professional Advisor and Gulf Coast to carry out their important charitable goals following the sale of their multi-generational family business.   

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