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The Sister Cities Association of Sarasota, Inc (SCAS) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to fostering international relationships between Sarasota and Sister Cities worldwide. Through exchanges in arts and culture, education, tourism, business, and government, SCAS aims to create connections based on common interests.
Our mission extends to developing respect, understanding, and cooperation through citizen diplomacy. To achieve this, we set fundraising goals to support ongoing services and projects spanning vocational, community, youth, and international initiatives.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with private charity (PC) deductibility status, SCAS relies on funds from membership fees, fundraising events, grants, and donations. Our Federal tax identification number is 65-0178684.
Giving Options
ONE-TIME DONATION
Support SCAS through the Donate button connected to Stripe, SCAS’s preferred payment processor, or find alternate donation avenues outlined below.
ARTISTIC DONATION
SCAS would be honored to accept a gift of art. Please note that we only accept original design and artwork and that once donated, the artwork becomes property of SCAS. The artist retains copyright for other uses but the artwork may be reproduced without express written permission. SCAS accepts two-dimensional artwork with a max size 24” x 30” (60 cm x 75 cm), not framed. Acceptable media includes watercolors, oils, pastels, pen and ink drawings, charcoal drawings, photography, two-dimensional mixed media, and computer-generated art. Artwork with copyrighted or trademarked images cannot be accepted.
SCAS reserves the right to modify artistic donation rules at any time.
Planned Giving
Consider supporting SCAS with a planned gift, providing ongoing support to our programs. Consult with a tax adviser and legal representative for the most appropriate way to give. Contact our Vice President of Fundraising, Lidiya Korzhuk, for guidance before making any charitable gifts.
HONOR GIFT
Celebrate a friend or loved one with a tribute of any amount. A card will be sent to your honoree, acknowledging your generous gift (amount not included unless specified).
MEMORIAL GIFT
Honor the memory of someone special with a gift of any amount. A card will be sent to the family, notifying them of your thoughtful gesture (amount not included unless specified).
With Cash
You can attend an event and provide your donation to Dennis Ciborowski, Treasurer of Sister Cities Association of Sarasota.
By Check
You can attend an event and provide your donation in person, or send your donation to Dennis Ciborowski, Treasurer, Sister Cities Association of Sarasota, PO Box 674, Sarasota, FL 34230.
Give Online
You can use the QR code below or follow this link to choose your donation amount and give immediately online.
