Manatee Community Foundation Inc
Manatee Community Foundation (MCF) is a public charity and community foundation based in Bradenton, Florida. For over 25 years, the foundation has served as a trusted steward of charitable legacies and a guide for philanthropic giving in Manatee County. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization and maintains donor-advised funds through which donors can direct the distribution and investment of charitable resources.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$62.9M
+3.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$8.7M
+45.8% YoY
Grant Count
141
-7.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$62K
+57.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Partnering with citizens to strengthen and enhance the community through philanthropy, education, and service—now and forever.
MCF supports grantmaking across the following focus areas:
- Arts and Humanities — Supporting projects that increase audiences for local artistic pursuits
- Education — Supporting early childhood development, primary education through high school completion, and employment preparation
- Environment — Promoting resource conservation, responsible animal welfare, and wildlife protection
- Health — Supporting basic medical, dental, and mental health needs
- Human Services — Community support and development initiatives
- Civic Engagement and Youth Development
- Animal Welfare
Grantmaking
MCF distributes grants through two primary mechanisms:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
MCF primarily funds organizations in Manatee County, Florida, though financial data indicates some grantmaking activity in Ohio and Minnesota.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year 2024:
- Total Assets: $62,863,473
- Total Revenue: $8,689,100
- Total Expenses: $11,138,055
- Total Liabilities: $15,800,000
- Number of Employees: 7
Cumulative Impact: Over 27 years, MCF has invested more than $67 million in the community through grants, scholarships, and local programs and partnerships.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $62,863,473 | $60,485,512 | $57,782,445 |
| Revenue | $8,689,100 | $6,929,741 | $10,792,058 |
| Expenses | $11,138,055 | $7,929,900 | $8,035,291 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,224,224 | $1,503,384 | $3,177,773 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
22 open opportunities from Manatee Community Foundation Inc
AAUW Manatee County Branch Scholarship Fund Grant
MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
AAUW Manatee County Sylvia Price Nursing Scholarship Fund Grant
MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Bradenton AAUW Education Scholarship Fund Grant
MANATEE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Veronica Thames — Chief Executive Officer
Dannie Sherill — Board Chair (as of 2025); daughter of MCF founder Bob Blalock; brings nearly two decades of nonprofit experience, including work with the Sarasota County Community Foundation
Bob "Buzz" Turner — Former Board Chair; retired Bradenton Herald publisher; remains on the foundation's board
Additional Staff:
- Yolanda Mancha — Vice President of Philanthropy
- Jacob Kinsel — Director of Finance & Operations
- Mac Schmitz — Director of Philanthropy
- Fallon Markwell — Philanthropic Administrator
- Simone Peterson — Community Investment Officer
- Sarah Bostic — Office Manager | Executive Assistant
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOM BREITER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DOUG ELMORE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DEBRA ESTES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| NURISHA HARVEY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AMANDA HORNE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BARBARA JENNINGS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JEANIE KIRKPATRICK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JENIFER SCHEMBRI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DR XAVIER SEVILLA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CONRAD SZYMANSKI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SUSIE WALTERS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BOB TURNER | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DANIELLE SHERRILL | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| STEVE ROSKAMP | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| GARRETT SHINN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| VERONICA THAMES | EXEC. DIRECTOR EFF. AUG 2023 | 40 | $66,904 |
| JENNIFER ABBOTT | INTERIM EXEC. THRU AUG 2023 | 40 | $125,035 |
| ERIN JONES | CFO | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**Animal Welfare Grants (2025):** MCF announced over $200,000 in animal welfare grants to support organizations focused on responsible animal welfare and wildlife protection.
Manatee Community Foundation Announces Over $200,000 In Animal Welfare Grants**Independence Milestone (July 2025):** After 26 years as a subordinate organization under The Community Foundation of Sarasota, MCF became an independent foundation. This transition allows the foundation to be more nimble, responsive, and effective in serving Manatee County, accept larger charitable gifts, and manage all operations independently.
Manatee Community Foundation Announces Over $200000 in ...**Leadership Transition (2025):** Dannie Sherill assumed the role of Board Chair, continuing a family legacy as the daughter of MCF founder Bob Blalock. She succeeds Bob Turner, who led the foundation through its transition to independence.
**Community Recognition:** MCF hosts the annual Spirit of Manatee event, which honors community leaders and changemakers. The foundation also maintains active scholarship programs, including the Matthew Ryan Powers 'March on for Matt' Memorial Scholarship.
Manatee Community Foundation Announces Over $200000 in ...Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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