SILL receives no public or foundation funding and is totally dependent on the sale of tickets and contributions to the Friends of SILL to meet the costs of presenting our lecture series. We encourage businesses and individuals to contribute what they can to the future of SILL.

Sarasota Instititute of Lifetime Learning is a qualified 501c3 organization. All contributions to the Friends of SILL are tax deductible and will be acknowledged as required by the IRS.

CH19092 Sarasota Institute of Lifetime Learning, Inc. meets all requirements specified by the Florida Solicitation of Contributions Acts. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-435-7352 WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

Friends of SILL
As a non-profit organization, we are very grateful for, and dependent on, our donors. We would ask all attendees to join us in thanking them for their generous support which, combined with our corporate sponsors, allows us to bring a quality roster of speakers to Sarasota, Venice and Lakewood Ranch each year.

The Friends of SILL is a tax-deductible organization established to support our efforts to bring the very best speakers possible to Sarasota while maintaining our very low admission charges. Please check out our new donor levels and the related benefits, then join the growing number of SILL Friends. Thank you for your consideration!

Please consider a donation to SILL. Donations are tax deductible. Donate now or mail a check to

SILL Registrar
Box 219
8499 S. Tamiami Tr
Sarasota FL 34238

Please also consider supporting our corporate sponsors.

Sponsors
Contributions from local businesses are appreciated. Please consider an announcement in our brochure or on our website as a way of reaching thousands of senior citizens with a high level of intellectual curiosity. These are well-educated people who read, travel and may patronize your business. Please contact us for brochure and/or website advertisement price quotes.