Prior Grant Requests
| Organization Name | Grant Year | Cycle | Request Amount | Grant Awarded | Awarded Amount | Matching Funds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reservoir, Inc. | 2026 |
2026-1 |
$3,000.00 |
Organization Name: Reservoir, Inc.
Organization Website: http://www.reservoirinc.org/
Year Established: 2025Â
Mission Statement:
Our mission statement is to provide water and other commodities free of charge to anyone at community events, after school programs, 5K races, natural disasters, etc.
Contact Name: Rebecca Dawson Years in Position: 1
Contact Email: hello.reservoirinc@gmail.com
Contact Phone: 9412280656
Address: 2940 53rd street
Sarasota, Florida 34234
Have you previously received a grant? No If yes, please indicate the year(s): Â
How did you hear about our organization?
What do you believe we can provide your organization?
We believe you can help provide us with a water supply to some of the community events the growing needs in the communities.
What will the grant be used for?
We provide water and essential commodities to communities through community- sponsored events like 5K races and after-school programs. By coming alongside existing nonprofits and meeting their water needs—and by serving beyond those partnerships when needed—we ensure access where it matters most. The grant would be used to help meet the needs of the community specifically for events we are scheduled to help with at St. Armand’s Circle (Fright Night on Oct. 31 and the Holiday Night of Lights on Dec. 4).
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Provide the grant amount you are seeking: $3,000.00
Do you provide services to Sarasota and/or Manatee County? Yes
What is the financial impact per individual/program this grant will provide?
100% distribution of water to community events
Please provide the estimated number of women, children and families impacted.
500-1000
Is there a matching grant? No If yes, indicate donation source:
May we tour your facility? No
What reciprocal benefit can you provide our organization:
We will highlight your organization on a thank you banner/sign at the events supported by you. We would also promote you on our social media feed and in our newsletter.
Proof of Non-Profit Status https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/Reservoir-nonprofit-status-.pdf
Organization’s Logo https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/RESERVOIR-2-150×150.png [110 show_image=1]
Project/Program-specific budget: https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/Reservoir-Request-for-St.-Armands-2026.pdf
Guide Star Profile/Rating (if applicable):
Anything else you would like to share with us?
I lead a female-owned and operated nonprofit dedicated to supporting families and strengthening communities. Through
community events, we provide clean, natural water and essential commodities—at no cost—to individuals and families. By meeting
these daily needs directly, we not only reduce the financial burden on households, but also help alleviate strain on other nonprofits, allowing them to focus their time, funding, and resources where they are needed most.
Education is central to our mission. We teach the importance of daily hydration, water conservation, and sustainable resource
use. In addition to distributing clean water, we provide families with high-quality meats and other essential goods, ensuring access to nourishment that supports long-term health and well-being.
Our long-term vision is to acquire and steward land with natural
water sources that can be preserved, protected, and sustainably
distributed to communities. Through this work, we aim to create lasting impact—supporting families today while safeguarding vital
resources for future generations