SunCoast Blood Centers has been named a Non-Profit Organization of the Year finalists in the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce’s 35th annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Sarasota Business Awards. This prestigious event, honoring the outstanding achievements of local businesses, will take place on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:15 PM at The Ora, located at 580 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, FL 34232.

The Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Sarasota Business Awards recognize member businesses and organizations that embody the spirit of entrepreneurship and contribute significantly to the local economy. Named in honor of the late Frank G. Berlin, Sr., a revered figure whose dedication to the community and support of The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce inspired generations of business leaders, these awards celebrate his legacy and the aspirations of contemporary entrepreneurs.

The awards feature ten categories to honor businesses and organizations of varying sizes and industries, as well as those making significant contributions to the community and embracing innovation.

The 2025 finalists are as follows:

Small Business of the Year

·         Fawley Bryant Architecture

·         SRQ Med Spa

·         Taco Fusion Express

Medium Business of the Year

·         DutchCrafters

·         Sunshine Movers of Sarasota

·         Swor Women’s Care, LLC

Large Business of the Year

·         Sarasota Ford

·         Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP 

·         The Bank of Tampa

Community Impact Business of the Year

·         DreamLarge

·         RITE Technology

·         The Bay Park Conservancy, Inc.

Non-Profit Organization of the Year

·         All Faiths Food Bank

·         Operation Warrior Resolution

·         SunCoast Blood Centers

Minority-Owned Business of the Year

·         Castle Concierge

·         Little Medical School – Suncoast

·         Williams Solid Solutions

Rising Star Business of the Year

·         ActivAge Sarasota

·         Angotti Design

·         Fat Rabbit Pub

Woman-Owned Business of the Year

·         Concierge Capital

·         Discover Sarasota Tours

·         Mystical’s Dance Company

Workforce Development and Innovation Business of the Year

·         Children First

·         Chris-Craft Corporation

·         NCN Electric, Inc.

Hospitality Business of the Year

·         Dutchman Hospitality Group

·         Oysters Rock Hospitality

·         Sarasota Jungle Gardens

For more information about the 2025 Sarasota Business Awards Presented by Herald-Tribune and to purchase tickets to the event, please click visit www.sarasotachamber.com.