As the Continuum of Care Lead Agency on Homelessness for Charlotte County, Gulf Coast Partnership goes beyond addressing homelessness by working to ensure that all residents have access to essential services and resources to thrive, remain stably housed, and achieve financial self-sufficiency. From our Youth Action Board and Stars Academy to coordinating disaster relief through COAD, we are dedicated to fostering a resilient and supportive community for everyone in Charlotte County.
Answers to the most common questions we get
For financial assistance with rent, electricity, and water at:
https://www.charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/human-services/help-paying-bills.stml
Visit: St. Vincent de Paul at 25200 AirportRoad, Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00am – 12:00pm (you must arrive by 11:00am) Call (941) 575-0767 before you go in person to ensure you have the list of required documents.
Visit:The Salvation Army Port Charlotte at 2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 for assistance with electricity bills (you will be required to show a Disconnection Notice from FPL and a Valid Photo Identification). Phone (941) 629-3170.
Call or Visit: The Charlotte CARE Center located at 1476 Kenesaw St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 or call (941) 627-4313
Call or Visit: Jesus Loves You Ministries located at 1734 Cedarwood St, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 or call (941) 979-5232
Call: Gulf Coast Partnership at (941) 626-0220
I’m under 25 and my parents said I have to get out of the house. I don’t know what to do.
Call: Chris Oester at the Gulf Coast Partnership at (239) 910-4716 or email chris.oester@gulfcoastpartnership.org
Call: If you are in immediate danger Dial 9-1-1
Call: Center for Abuse & Rape Emergencies (C.A.R.E.) 24-hour Crisis Hotline (941) 627-6000
Call: Gulf Coast Partnership at (941) 626-0220
Email: Hal Trejo at Hal@gulfcoastpartnership.org to learn more about Charlotte County’s Youth Action Board.