The Society of St. Vincent De Paul, Council of Pensacola-Tallahassee, Inc. helps those in need. They offer assistance to the poor. This help includes, but is not limited to, financial assistance and food pantries. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Basic Services Available Include:

• Rent Assistance
• Utility Assistance
• Prescription & Denture Assistance
• Other Emergency Needs
• Food Pantries
• Thrift Store

Food Pantries

The Ben Singleton Center offers the GPD program. It provides transitional housing. It also provides supportive services. The help is for homeless veterans. The program will help stabilize and prepare a participant for a life of independence. A veteran can participate in the program for up to two years. Any program fees are based on income. There are requirements to participate. Please call or visit the < ahref="https://www.voaflorida.org/locations/ben-singleton-center/"> website for more information.

This agency helps those in need apply for state benefits or Medicaid. They will provide you with a case manager to walk you through each step. Please call or visit the website to learn more.

This group works with Florida Power & Light to run the Care to Share program. This program is funded by customer donations. It is to help those in need keep their lights on. Availability of funds varies. Please call or visit the website for more information.

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Florida Power and Light Company (FPL) works with various agencies around the state. This is to help customers find the financial assistance they need. The Care to Share Program helps low-income customers get help paying their electric bill. Please call or visit the website for more information.

This group is the partner agency for the Care to Share program. The program helps individuals and families keep their lights on. They may be experiencing an emergency or a personal crisis. Please call for more information.