Food assistance
13 listedCHAPS Food And Hygiene Pantry
18200 Paulson Dr A1, Port Charlotte, FL 33954, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Community Life Center Church Food Pantry
19048 Edgewater Dr, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 4:00 – 5:30 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Discipleship Driven Ministries - Food Distribution Center
4040 N Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
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Discipleship Driven Ministries Thrift Store & Food Pantry
4040 N Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Friday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Edgewater Church Food Pantry
19190 Cochran Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:30 – 11:30 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Food Pantry - Eglise de Dieu Haitienne
4079 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida
3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
Food bank serving Charlotte County, Florida. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Charlotte County area. Visit their website or call to find the food assistance nearest you.
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food.
Jesus Loves You Ministry Inc - Soup Kitchen
1734 Cedarwood St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Meals On Wheels Finders Keepers Thrift Store
3082 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Port Charlotte County Food Pantry Thrift Store
3749 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Saint Vincent De Paul Food Pantry
17753 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Seventh Day Adventist Community Services Food Pantry
1655 Taylor Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Wintergarden Food Pantry
18305 Wintergarden Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Diapers & baby supplies
17 listedC.A.R.E. Project ReUse Store
19765 Kenilworth Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33954, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Charlotte CARE Center
1476 Kenesaw St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Charlotte Community Foundation, Inc.
227 Sullivan St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
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Family Services Center
21500 Gibralter Dr, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Fraternal Order of Eagles
23111 Harbor View Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM · Sunday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Friendship Centers
27420 Voyageur Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33983, USA
Monday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Thursday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Friday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
HELP In Charlotte County Inc
21061 Riddle Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33954, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Holy Trinity Lutheran
1565 N Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Jesus Loves You Ministry & Thrift Store
1734 Cedarwood St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Kids Needs
2670 S McCall Rd, Englewood, FL 34224, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Saint Vincent De Paul
17783 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Social Service Resource Center
4055 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
24445 Rampart Blvd, Punta Gorda, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
25200 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
2499 Gates Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Trinity Community Church
24038 Harbor View Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: 7:00 – 8:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Trinity Global Methodist Church of Charlotte Harbor, Inc
23084 Seneca Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Maternal & infant health
3 listedCharlotte County Healthy Start Coalition
17825 Murdock Cir b, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Florida Department of Health
1100 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
WIC - Englewood
6868 San Casa Dr, Englewood, FL 34224, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Healthcare & clinics
3 listedCharlotte County Employee Health Clinic South
512 E Grace St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Family Health Centers of SWFL - Adult Medical
Adult Medical Office, 4300 Kings Hwy Ste 210, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Virginia B. Andes Volunteer Community Clinic
21297 Olean Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Childcare & early education
7 listedAcademy of Little Achievers
4344 Pinnacle St, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Baker Center
311 E Charlotte Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Monday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM · Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM · Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM · Thursday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM · Friday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Bloom Academy Harborside
4334 Laura St, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 7:00 AM – 5:45 PM · Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 5:45 PM · Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 5:45 PM · Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:45 PM · Friday: 7:00 AM – 5:45 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
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Charlotte Harbor YMCA Preschool
22416 Glass Ln, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Early Learning Coalition of Florida's Heartland
18501 Murdock Cir Ste 200, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Educare Learning Center
3028 Caring Way Bldg. B, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
YMCA of Southwest Florida
22416 Glass Ln, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Closed · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Housing & shelter
1 listedSalvation Army - no shelter
2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Utilities & financial help
33 listedAMH Community Outreach
20101 Peachland Blvd Ste 204, Port Charlotte, FL 33954, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 AM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County
3519 Drance St, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Call For Action
21405 Olean Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
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Care Inc
PO Box 510234, Punta Gorda, FL 33951, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Chaps
18200 Paulson Dr A1, Port Charlotte, FL 33954, USA
Monday: 10:53 AM – 1:53 PM · Tuesday: 10:53 AM – 1:53 PM · Wednesday: 10:53 AM – 1:53 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Administration
18500 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Center, LLC
18501 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
2702 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court
18500 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Co-Op Extension Office
1120 Centennial Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33953, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Community Development
18400 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Community Services
2300 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Economic Development Office
18501 Murdock Cir #302, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Fire/EMS Administration
26571 Airport Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33982, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Housing Service
21500 Gibralter Dr, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Human Resources
18500 Murdock Cir, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Human Services
Charlotte County Social Snr Services
512 E Grace St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Tringali Recreation Center
3460 N Access Rd, Englewood, FL 34224, USA
Monday: Open 24 hours · Tuesday: Open 24 hours · Wednesday: Open 24 hours · Thursday: Open 24 hours · Friday: Open 24 hours · Saturday: Open 24 hours · Sunday: Open 24 hours
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte County Utilities Department
3280 S Tamiami Trl Unit 505, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association
17984 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Community Resource Center of Punta Gorda INC
222 Brown St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Community Resource Network of Florida, LLC
531 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33953, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Community Volunteer Center
1734 Cedarwood St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Gulf Coast Partnership
21500 Gibralter Dr, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Health Plus Inc
3082 N Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
JFCS Office Port Charlotte
4055 S Tamiami Trl, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Keep Charlotte Beautiful
by appointment, 25550 Harbor View Rd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
NAACP Charlotte County
429 E Virginia Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Port Charlotte Library
2280 Aaron St, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
The One Life Organization
22126 Felton Ave, Port Charlotte, FL 33952, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
United Way-Charlotte Co
17831 Murdock Cir A, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Drug Free Charlotte County
1445 Education Way, Port Charlotte, FL 33948, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
National helplines, open to every family
These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.
Feeding America Food Bank Finder
Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)
Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET
Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
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National Diaper Bank Network
Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Families in need of diapers
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.
Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families
Postpartum Support International
Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.
Who it is for: New and expecting parents
WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)
Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.
Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5
Find a Health Center (HRSA)
Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees
Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.
Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income
Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)
Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.
Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families
Childcare.gov
Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to all families
Head Start and Early Head Start
Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.
Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5
211 (United Way)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
HUD Housing Counseling
Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.
Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners
National Runaway Safeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Who it is for: Youth and families
LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)
Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET
Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential
Disaster Distress Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster
SAMHSA National Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.
Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential
Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)
Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.
LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)
Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.
Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)
Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.
211 Transportation Help (United Way)
Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)
After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.
Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income
YMCA (Find Your Y)
Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.
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