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MADD

MADD offers support to those who have been affected by another person's drunk driving. They advocate for victims' rights and compensation. They fight for stricter underage drinking laws. They sponsor Walk Like MADD walks to raise funds. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida WIC Program

This program is called WIC for short. It is for pregnant women and children up to five years old. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals for health care. Each eligible family gets an EBT card to use at the grocery store. They also get a list of foods to purchase at the lowest prices.

National Resource Directory

This website connects Wounded Warriors, service members, veterans, their families and caregivers with those who support them. Find national, state, and local programs and services. Find jobs from employers who want to hire veterans. You can find information by state or territory. Please see the website for all services.

Commute Connector - Southwest Florida Commuter Services - Florida Department of Transportation

This program is for carpooling, or shared commuting to get to work. Services are available to anyone who lives or works in the service area. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Program Offers:

  • Emergency Ride Home (ERH) reimbursement program
  • Free consultations to set up commuter benefit programs
  • Reward commuters who use alternative transportation options to get to work
  • Ridematching service to connect commuters to their options