The Argus Foundation

We apply business leadership to important community issues

Mission Statement

We apply business leadership to important community issues.

 

Vision Statement

The Argus Foundation applies business leadership to identify, educate, advocate, and collaborate on solutions for important community issues that will enhance the quality of life, environment, and economic well-being of Sarasota County.

Our Focus

We keep a broad community perspective.
We identify issues.
We offer lasting rather than temporary solutions.
We impact the future for a better community.

Upcoming Events

  • Argus Social in the Wine Cellar

    Join us in the Wine Cellar for a Happy Hour mixer event. Tickets include food and drinks. Full bar service will be available.

    September 27 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Latest Articles

SRQ Daily: Science and Social Studies Scores a Mixed Bag

The Argus Foundation over the last two months has taken Florida Department of Education data from the end of year assessment scores to compare Sarasota County Schools, and schools within the district, in English and in math. This month we are going to cover science and social studies.

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SRQ Daily: Student Scores Signal Serious Situation

The Argus Foundation last month began to publish scores from the Florida Department of Education comparing the Sarasota School District to the state average and other districts and also comparing our schools within the district. We began with English Language Arts and from there, we compared the data sets for math.

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