Southeastern Council of Foundations

For 2009 general operating support.

Manatee Sarasota Workforce Funders Collaborative

To create the Manatee Sarasota Workforce Funders Collaborative (MSWFC) which will move low-wage workers into higher-paying jobs while providing employers with the skilled employees they need

Manatee County Board of County Commissioners

To provide additional public internet access to Manatee County residents through laptop computers, digital enhancements to a community bookmobile and expanded bandwidth at the central library