We are expanding our investigations. We are bringing more people into the 
conversation. We are strengthening independent local journalism across the 
Suncoast—and we are doing it together.
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L O O K I N G  A H E A D
The first chapter proved what is possible.
The next is about building something that lasts.
With the support of readers, donors and community partners, Suncoast Searchlight is building a stronger, 
more sustainable newsroom that can continue delivering independent, public-service journalism across 
Sarasota, Manatee and DeSoto counties.
Your support helps us expand our reporting capacity 
and pursue more in-depth investigations and 
accountability journalism across the Suncoast.
INVESTIGATE MORE
We will create more community events, newsroom 
conversations and opportunities for residents to 
help shape our reporting.
BRING MORE PEOPLE IN
We will continue growing our newsletter and digital 
platforms so more people can access trustworthy 
local journalism.
REACH MORE READERS
We are working toward a financially sustainable 
nonprofit newsroom supported by readers, 
foundations and community partners.
BUILD FOR THE FUTURE
THE STORY CONTINUES
From left to right: Greg Parris, Suncoast Searchlight board member; Tom Knight; Sarasota County commissioner; Jon Thaxton, Gulf Coast Community Foundation director of policy and advocacy; 
Josh Salman, Suncoast Searchlight investigations editor; Derek Gilliam, Suncoast Searchlight investigative reporter; Nick Pachota, Venice mayor; John Meisel, West Villages Improvement District board 
member; Susan Schoettle, former Sarasota County assistant county attorney; and Emily Le Coz, Suncoast Searchlight executive editor-in-chief.

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