Transforming Florida one student at a time.

Take Stock in Children, Inc. is a nonprofit organization, transforming Florida one student at a time. Working in every county throughout Florida, Take Stock in Children of Sarasota is 1 of 46 affiliate offices. Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty for low-income, academically qualified students by providing opportunities for a postsecondary education. Through an innovative multi-year model we provide wraparound services to students, with continued support after high school completion. Students are matched with a caring volunteer mentor, equipped with college readiness services and a dedicated college success coach, awarded a college scholarship, and provided with postsecondary support through degree or certification attainment.