Bolger Foundation Issues $222K Challenge Match for Ca' d'Zan Restoration
The Ringling has announced a $222,000 Challenge Match Grant from The Bolger Foundation to support restoration of Ca' d'Zan and its bayfront following hurricane damage. Multiple hurricanes in recent years have impacted the estate, though the most recent season passed without major damage. Emergency repairs were completed with support from Florida State University, and work continues on roof replacements, infrastructure upgrades, and storm mitigation. The Bolger Foundation, which previously funded the Bolger Campiello, Promenade, Playspace, and Bolger Family Reflecting Pool, will match donations dollar-for-dollar until December 31, 2026. The campaign aims to fund the next phase of critical repairs to preserve the historic estate and its bayfront setting. Donations can be made to the Ca' d'Zan Hurricane Restoration Fund. For more information, contact Blair Kirkwood, Senior Associate Director of Development, at 941.358.2610.
Key facts
- The Bolger Foundation issued a $222,000 Challenge Match Grant for Ca' d'Zan restoration.
- Multiple hurricanes have damaged Ca' d'Zan and the bayfront in recent years.
- Florida State University supported emergency repairs.
- Roof replacements, infrastructure upgrades, and storm mitigation are ongoing.
- The Bolger Foundation previously funded Bolger Campiello, Promenade, Playspace, and Bolger Family Reflecting Pool.
- Matching period runs until December 31, 2026.
- Donations go to the Ca' d'Zan Hurricane Restoration Fund.
- Blair Kirkwood is the contact for more information.
Entities
Artists
- John Ringling
- Mable Ringling
Institutions
- The Ringling
- Florida State University
- The Bolger Foundation
Locations
- Sarasota
- United States