Michael Saunders Foundation donates to 47 causes

The philanthropic arm of Michael Saunders & Co. continued its 11-year mission of providing assistance to nonprofit organizations across Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties during its year-end grant distribution last week.

Company agents, managers and executives gathered at the Lakewood Ranch sales office to present checks to 47 local organizations. Representatives from each of the nonprofits shared details about their cause and how the money will be used.

“Each organization represented here today is a critical part of the philanthropic effort the community counts on,” said Drayton Saunders, president of Michael Saunders & Co. and vice president of the MSC Foundation. 

“You represent the best of what our community does. We are honored to recognize and support so many organizations that are committed to doing vitally important work.”

The foundation’s twice-a-year grant distribution is made possible through donations by agents who give portions of their real estate commissions and staff who make payroll deductions and special gifts throughout the year.

Since its formation in 2011, a total of $1.2 million has been donated to 256 organizations throughout the tri-county area — from youth, family, homeless and mental health services to underserved arts and literacy programs.