The Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida (GSGCF) is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a $6,226.05 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, provided by the Edward K. Roberts Emerging Needs Fund. This grant is designated to support the implementation of the Brightly software package for our five council properties.

The implementation of the Brightly software package, made possible by the generous grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, will significantly impact the operational efficiency and reservation processes at five council properties owned by GSGCF. These properties include the historical Camp Honi Hanta in Bradenton, FL, Camp Caloosa in Fort Myers, the Collier Girl Scout House, the Arcadia Girl Scout House, and the central hub of activities at our Sarasota Headquarters.

The upgrade aims to streamline property and equipment reservations at these locations, ensuring seamless experiences for members, volunteers, and staff engaged in training, programming, and various educational and leadership activities. This initiative aligns with our commitment to providing an optimal environment for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and furthering the impact of our organization across the Gulf Coast Florida region.

Mary Anne Servian, GSGCF CEO, said, “The new software upgrade will streamline reservation processes for our volunteers, and allow our council to offer more flexibility in scheduling property reservations. The implementation of the Brightly software is poised to elevate both customer, volunteer, and employee satisfaction, optimizing the utilization of our facilities and, consequently, boosting property site revenue.”

“We are grateful to the Community Foundation of Sarasota County for their support and commitment to our mission. This grant will significantly contribute to the success of our programs and initiatives, allowing us to continue providing valuable experiences to our members,” added Mary Anne Servian.

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is a vital supporter of philanthropy and community impact. With assets of $488 million in over 1,580 charitable funds, the Community Foundation awarded grants and scholarships totaling $40 million last year in various areas, including education, the arts, health and human services, civic engagement, animal welfare, and the environment.

For more information about the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, visit gsgcf.org

About the Community Foundation of Sarasota County:

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is a public charity founded in 1979 by the Southwest Florida Estate Planning Council as a resource for caring individuals and the causes they support, enabling them to make a charitable impact on the community. With assets of $488 million in more than 1,580 charitable funds, the Community Foundation awarded grants and scholarships totaling $40 million dollars last year in the areas of education, the arts, health and human services, civic engagement, animal welfare, and the environment. Since its founding, the Community Foundation has been able to grant more than $435.8 million to area nonprofit organizations to our community thanks to the generosity of charitable individuals, families, and businesses. For more information, visit www.CFSarasota.org or call (941) 955-3000.