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As the coronavirus COVID-19 has evolved into a pandemic, we are monitoring the situation daily. Safety is of utmost priority, so we have ramped up efforts to slow the spread of this virus among our employees, volunteers, and the homeless and other vulnerable people we serve.

During this time our Services Offered are as follows:

Walk in Food Assistance
Emergency Electric and Rental Assistance-Please call to schedule appointment
Community Lunch Box-to-Go-Every Thursday, 11:30AM-1:00PM
Worship Service Online-Facebook Page Live-Salvation Army Port Charlotte. Join us on Sundays at 11AM. - Join us Here.

Church members are involved in small groups to pray and connect during this time.

Youth Registered in our programs receive Spiritual/Christian Education packets at their home. They also connect with virtual conference calls.

To connect with a Small Group or to enroll your child in Christian Education programs, please call (941) 629-3170 or email Sidney.Oliveira@uss.salvationarmy.org.

About Us

The Salvation Army Mission

ABOUT THE SALVATION ARMY IN CHARLOTTE AND DESOTO COUNTIES.

In September, 1986 The Salvation Army opened Port Charlotte Service Unit, which became Port Charlotte Corps a year later. For almost 40 years, thousands of families and individuals in the entire County have been beneficiaries of our services. Officers, Soldiers, Advisory Board members, and Volunteers have fought tirelessly against hunger and hopelessness in an effort to keep the national standards in efficiency and prestige characteristic of The Salvation Army at national level. Before 2010, Arcadia Service Unit was managed by Florida Divisional Headquarters, but that year it was transferred to Port Charlotte Corps. In few years, it has been visible the improvements not only in presence but also in services. 2004’s Charlie Hurricane proved the maturity of The Salvation Army when it was forced to face a high magnitude emergency situation. This challenge did not only change our communities but also gave us the confidence about the capabilities of our movement.

PORT CHARLOTTE CORPS’ OFFICERS:

Corps Sergeant Majors Robert & Kay Poole, 1986 – 1995

Auxiliary Captains Joe & Barbara McWilliams, 1995 – 2002

Majors Eugene & Debra Gesner, 2002 – 2007

Major Caleb & Rebeca Prieto, 2007 – 2012

Captains Jose & Wanda Velez, 2012 – 2013

Major Edward & Carla Binnix 2017-2019

CURRENT CORPS OFFICERS:

Captains Israel & Claudia Roseno
2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
P.O.Box 495126, Port Charlotte, FL 33949
941-629-3170

Worship Services

Sunday school 9:45

Worship service 10:45

2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
941-629-3170

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Assistance

Utility Assistance Program

Clients of Florida Power & Light residing in both Counties: DeSoto and Charlotte, can apply for Utility Assistance under this program. The program is running using grants. Availability is limited and restrictions apply (see details below).

Required Documentation

Disconnection 3 day final notice from FPL - Valid photo ID

Restrictions

FPL clients who were involved in fraudulent activities against FPL are banned from this program

2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980

941-629-3170

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Christmas Assistance

Required Documentation

Applicant's valid photo ID. - Current proof of ALL household's income. - Proof of Current Address. - At least 2 bills addressed to one of the Adults in the household, and with the current address. - Birth Certificate of each Child (10 years old and under). NOTE: No Social Security Card or numbers are required.

Special Toys

If a child received a special toy last year (such as bicycle, tricycle, scooter, etc.), the applicant is banned to apply for an special toy for that child this year.

Restrictions

Applicants should not apply for Christmas Assistance at any other Social Services Agency or Non-profit organization.

Age Limit

If the child was born on December 24, 2008 or before, could NOT be registered to received Angel Tree gifts

Vacation Bible School

YOU’RE INVITED

Virtual and at Home VBS 2020

August 24-28, 2020

The Salvation Army

Registration Information Below

Grab your hard hat and tool belt! As kids explore a world of concrete and cranes, rivets, and rebar, bulldozers and backhoes, they will discover that skyscrapers aren't the only things that need a rock-solid foundation. During VBS, kids will learn to build their faith on Jesus as they uncover the truth that He who began a good work will be faithful to carry it on to completion.

After Head of household registers, household will receive the VBS kit in a box to follow and join in the daily activities and fun.

VBS is for the entire family. Kit activities will be focused on children Kindergarten-5th grade. August 24-28, 6PM-7PM VBS in box and online.

Registration Deadline:

Tuesday, August 18, 2020 Contact Office information: 2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 Phone: 941-629-3170, Fax: 941-629-0910

Please register by one of the following:

Calling office above *Returning the Attached form
Registering online: https://portcharlottevbs2020.eventbrite.com

—We will email you or text you the zoom link we will use.

—For more Youth Ministry Information click like/join on the

Facebook page “Port Charlotte Salvation Army Youth.”

Registration Form

Back To School Supply

BACK TO SCHOOL

SUPPLY APPLICATION INFORMATION

Due to Covid-19 Restriction, our Back to School Distribution will be a Drive Thru Pick Up.

Guardians/Parents must preregister and receive an appointment time to pick up supplies. Limited Supplies Available.

Application Dates:

Monday-Friday, August 4-17, 2020, 9AM-3PM

Location

2120 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 Phone: 941-629-3170, Fax: 941-629-0910

Please register by one of the following:

• Calling office above *Returning the Attached form

Distribution Date: Friday, August 21, 2020

**On day of distribution, Parents Must Have Picture ID of the name on the application.
**All children on application must be in car to receive supplies.

Serving Charlotte County

Back to School Supply Application

Volunteer

When you donate goods to The Salvation Army, they are sold through our Salvation Army Family Stores. In Charlotte and DeSoto Counties the proceeds from those purchases are used to fund our services within the communities that we serve. Every donation and every purchase makes a life-changing difference.

LOCATIONS:
Punta Gorda Family Store
1048 Tamiami Trail
941-637-1981
open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

Englewood Family Store
3325 S. Access Rd.
941460-3638
open Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm

Furniture and Appliance Pick ups in Charlotte and DeSoto Counties (restrictions apply).
Social Services Vouchers for Emergency Loss Cases.

Home Delivery is NOT available.

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