This program serving and advocating for immigrants in the Diocese of Venice community. Call for more info.

Catholic Charities provides Human Trafficking Victim Assistance. They offer service to victims. Please call for more information.

Catholic Charities provides Immigration Services. They offer personal consultation and application assistance. Please call for more information.

Additional Contact:
1219 16th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: 941.714.7829

This group runs the Fort Myers Food Pantry. It offers a wide range of produce, pantry staples, and essential household items for those with food insecurity. The pantry works to empower individuals and families to help them break the cycle of hunger. This will help clients build a stronger, healthier future. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Catholic Charities provides food to individuals and families who are struggling to make ends meet. Call for more information.

Café of Life serves those in need within the community, every Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Call for more information.

Clients who are seeking state assistance help can apply at their office. BSAO either offers access to a computer with Internet connection. A case manager or volunteer can also help you to submit the application to the Florida Department of Children and Families. We also provide a fax to send the required documents. Call for more information.

Bonita Springs Assistance Office offers assistance to those in need.

Eligibility Guidelines:

• Recipients must be residents of the Greater Bonita Springs area for minimum 90 days
• Applicant must be 18 years old
• Applicant should be the main caretaker or head of the household
• Income is determined by pay stubs, unemployment eligibility certification letter or most recent income tax. For individuals 65+ years old a proof of Social Security income is required.
• Proof of the emergency (hospital bills, medical statement, lay off statement from employer, unemployment eligibility letter, death certificate, etc.)
• Be able to pay a portion of the bill/payment
• Must attend a Money Management class

Application Process:

• Applicants for financial assistance must fill out and sign an application
• Proof of residency and number of dependents may also be requested at the first visit and thereafter
• Copy of Photo ID
• Provide the supportive information in regards to legal source of income and emergency situation
• Applicants will participate in an interview process to provide information, assess the need, and termine a plan for the future in order to improve their current situation
• Applicants must attend a Financial Wellness class pending approval

Call for more information.

Emergency Food Pantry for those in need.
From Monday and Wednesday, 1:00PM to 4:00PM.