Giving Tree

It began as an Angel Tree one December, collecting items for a community group. But we realized that this group, and others like it, had needs all year long, not just at Christmas. And so was born our Giving Tree.

Several times a year, we select a group to support. Previous trees have sponsored homeless families, parenting, early education, troops in Afghanistan and animal shelters, to name a few. Tags listing the needs are hung on a tree in the Narthex. Keep a lookout on the Sunday bulletin and website for Giving Tree announcements.

The January 2025 Giving Tree  benefits SPARCC, the Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center. This non-profit organization is committed to supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Their mission provides essential resources, counseling, and shelter to those in need, and extends beyond the immediate crisis. They provide counseling, accompany survivors to hospitals and courtrooms, offer legal services, host support groups, and conduct empowerment programs.

Founded in 1979, SPARCC, plays a pivotal role in Sarasota and DeSoto counties as the exclusive state-certified center providing essential services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, all of which are offered free of charge and kept strictly confidential. With a downtown Sarasota outreach center and satellite offices in Venice, North Port and Arcadia, their year-round shelters offer sanctuary 365 days a year, and their 24-hour crisis helpline ensures immediate assistance.

Tags on the Giving Tree list SPAARC's most needed items:

• Underwear (new – adult or children’s, any size)
• Socks (new – adult or children’s, any size)
• Deodorant
• Body lotion
• Razors
• Feminine hygiene products
• Diapers and Baby Wipes
• Hairbrushes and Toothpaste
• Gift Cards – Dollar Tree, Grocery, Fast Food, Fuel

Please drop your donated gifts (marked for "Giving Tree") in the office by Sunday, February 16.

You may also order your gifts online and have them sent directly to:

Lisa Wolf - Office Manager

St. Boniface Episcopal Church

5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242

You can also  make a difference by participating in one of the many volunteer opportunities available and play a vital role in creating a safer, more compassionate community. For more information, please visit SPARCC.net.

Contact Information

Prill Nugent