Community Resource Guide

Connecting You with What Matters

At Voices Community Outreach Inc., we believe every youth and family deserves access to food, safe housing, financial stability, and supportive services. This resource page connects families to trusted local agencies in Orange County and Lake County.

For immediate assistance, dial 211.

Food Assistance & Pantries

Orange County

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
Food distributions, mobile pantries, and SNAP assistance.

United Against Poverty Orlando
Affordable groceries, crisis support, job training, and family support.

JFS Pearlman Pantry
Appointment-based food pantry for families in need.

Loaves and Fishes Apopka
Emergency food assistance and meals.


Lake County

Lake Cares Food Pantry
Food distribution and family support services.

The Neighborhood Center of South Lake
Food, financial assistance, and family stability services.

Compassion Cottage Food Pantry
Groceries and emergency food support.

Faith Neighborhood Center
Emergency food pantry for low-income households.

Housing Assistance & Rental Support

Orange County

Orange County Housing and Community Development Division
Rental assistance, eviction prevention, and affordable housing resources.

Ability Housing
Affordable and supportive housing programs.

Catholic Charities of Central Florida
Emergency rent assistance, housing stabilization, and case management.

Family Promise of Greater Orlando
Shelter, housing navigation, and support for families experiencing homelessness.


Lake County

Lake County Housing Services Division
Rental assistance, housing programs, and homelessness prevention.

Habitat for Humanity of Lake-Sumter
Affordable homeownership opportunities.

Community Action Agency of Lake County
Rent, utility, and family self-sufficiency assistance.

Financial Assistance & Support Services

Christian Service Center
Rent, utility assistance, food, clothing, and case management.

The Salvation Army Orlando Area Command
Emergency financial assistance, food, and housing support.

United Way of Lake and Sumter Counties
Connects families to rent, employment, health, and basic-needs resources.

ACCESS Florida
SNAP, Medicaid, temporary cash assistance, and public benefits.

Homeless Services & Drop-In Centers

Orange County

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida
Emergency shelter, meals, and housing navigation.

Orlando Union Rescue Mission
Shelter, meals, education programs, and long-term family support.

SALT Outreach
Drop-in services including showers, meals, clothing, and case management.


Lake County

Lake County Haven
Shelter and support services for women and children.

Mid-Florida Homeless Coalition
Coordinated entry, housing assessments, and shelter referrals.

Elyon House of Bread
Food pantry and transitional support for families.

Additional Support Services

IDignity Orlando
Helps individuals obtain IDs, birth certificates, and important documents.

Orange County Library Social Services
Resource navigation and referrals.

Right Service at the Right Time
Florida-based online resource directory.

How to Use This Resource List

Before contacting an agency, please prepare:

Photo ID, if available
Proof of income
Proof of residency
Birth certificates or documents for children
Any eviction, utility, or housing notices
Appointment confirmation, if required

Services may change based on funding, eligibility, location, and availability.

Need Help Navigating Resources?

Voices Community Outreach Inc. is here to help young people and families get connected to the right support.