Roskamp Institute

01/09/2026

The Roskamp Institute has received a Capacity Building grant to advance strategic planning for our Healthy Aging Clinic, with support from the Verna L. Grauel Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

This grant helps strengthen our sustainable business plan as we work toward opening the Clinic in 2026, expanding access to brain health and wellness services for older adults in Sarasota.

Thank you, Community Foundation of Sarasota County!
https://www.roskampinstitute.org/news/capacity-building-grant-community-foundation/

01/07/2026

We’re headed back to Sanibel next week in partnership with the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) to continue our 4-year red tide health study. This research examines the effects of aerosolized brevetoxins (airborne toxins released during harmful algal blooms) on brain and overall health.

Our research explores whether a common genetic factor — the apolipoprotein E (APOE) ε4 allele — makes certain individuals more vulnerable to these effects.

The Sarasota-based Roskamp Institute is returning to Sanibel next week to give islanders the opportunity to participate in a 4-year study examining the health effects of aerosolized brevetoxin exposure from red tide. Volunteers…

01/02/2026

As we step into 2026, let’s make one goal non-negotiable: brain health.

Adequate sleep, more movement, cognitive engagement, and better nutrition can create a strong and healthy 2026.

Here’s to a healthy mind and a great year ahead!

12/12/2025

The Roskamp Institute has been awarded a grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation to support its brain health pilot program for Manatee County residents. We are so grateful for Bishop-Parker Foundation's continued support of our organization.
You can read more about it here: https://www.roskampinstitute.org/news/bri-pilot-program/

12/10/2025

We had a truly enriching evening at Café Arts exploring how the arts and creative expression impact brain health. At the Roskamp Institute, this idea is at the core of what we do, and it was inspiring to see organizations and community members engaged in the conversation.

Thank you Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County for your invitation for Dr. Crawford to share her insights. And thank you to Erin McLeod of Senior Friendship Centers for your delightful moderation.

12/05/2025

Dr. Fiona Crawford, our CEO and co-founder, is honored to serve as a panelist for the Arts and Aging Speaker Series, presented by the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County.

The panel will explore the important role the arts play as we age, in a region rich with arts and culture groups.

If you're interested in attending this event on Dec. 9th, you can register here: https://sarasotaarts.org/creative-expression-arts-aging/

12/03/2025

From all of us at The Roskamp Institute, a HUGE thank you to everyone who supported us this year on Giving Tuesday! And a very special thank you to Susan Buck for her generous matching gift. We are so grateful for the support of our local community.

12/02/2025

Donations are DOUBLED today! Can you help us reach our goal?

12/02/2025

CAN YOU HELP US REACH OUR GOAL TODAY?

Thanks to the generosity of Susan Buck, all donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $2,500. And if we reach that goal, Susan has pledged to increase the match even further - giving you the power to amplify your impact.

Your gift supports critical research, clinical programs, and community initiatives focused on Alzheimer’s, dementia, PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and overall brain health. Every dollar you give helps advance discoveries, expand our services, and bring hope to individuals and families in our community.

Because restricted federal grants don’t cover all of our needs, we rely on the generosity of donors like you to help bridge the gap. Can you help fuel this important research in advancing brain health?
DONATE HERE: https://givebutter.com/sB7TKQ

12/01/2025

Tomorrow, donations made to The Roskamp Institute will be doubled thanks to a generous donor. That means your gift will go twice as far in finding treatments and answers for neurological conditions.

Would you consider making a donation to The Roskamp Institute on Giving Tuesday?
https://givebutter.com/sB7TKQ

11/25/2025

We are one week away from Giving Tuesday, and we have an exciting announcement!

Thanks to a generous supporter, donations made to the Roskamp Institute on Tuesday, Dec. 2nd, will be DOUBLED! Stay tuned for all the details on this opportunity to double your donation and double the discovery!

11/24/2025

Meet this amazing USF senior interning with us this semester, Masha.

The Roskamp Institute is grateful for our partnership with USF, which gives students real-world experience in neuroscience and research. We are proud of the work Masha is doing at The Roskamp Institute and can't wait to see where her future takes her!