"The Exchange exemplifies the virtues of volunteerism, service and excellence. Their commitment to our community, to area cultural organizations, and students is extraordinary."

Joe McKenna, President/CEO, Sarasota Orchestra

"What they have done so brilliantly, is turn the act of shopping, into an act of generosity."

Michael Edwards, Past Artistic Director, ASOLO

"My love of the arts have been fostered and developed and really encourage through The Exchange because, they were the ones that made it all possible."

Adelaide Boedecker, Scholarship Recipient & Professional Opera Singer
 

"Over the years The Exchange has allowed Key Chorale to spread its wings by helping us to produce our first CD, mount unique productions and collaborations, and dream bigger and better knowing we can count on enthusiastic support from our community." 

Joseph Caulkins, Artistic Director, Key Chorale

"I came back to Sarasota... in 1980.  We had an annual operating budget of $140,000. That $10,000 grant you might get... is a big percent of your budget. Those grants made all the difference."

Richard Hopkins, Artistic Director, Florida Studio Theater

"WUSF is proud to partner with “The Exchange”. Our partnership enables both organizations to reach our various audiences, while allowing us to pursue our unique missions to support and promote the arts in the Sarasota community and beyond."

G. Michael Kulaw, WUSF