Programs

NP² Purpose:

To assist non-profits in achieving their mission objectives by integrating local municipal government with area non-profits serving North Port citizens. This collaborative effort will offer any non-profit serving the North Port community an opportunity to apply for a mission support item that will enhance and expand the agency’s programming needs.

Please note: This program is not intended to support the administrative costs of the applicant. A mission support item is a tangible object that enhances a non-profit’s level of service to the North Port community.

Agency Criteria:

To request a mission support item, North Port non-profits must submit an application requesting their needs. The application will entail and describe the intended community need and impact by the agency. North Port non-profits who apply must be in good financial standing and must provide the following with their application: Articles of Incorporation, IRS 501 (c) 3 Nonprofit Determination Letter, and if applicable the most recent IRS 990 form. All agencies must be active in Sunbiz.org at the time of application and receipt of items.

Allowable / Non-Allowable Expenditures:

Eligible expenditures are mission support items only. For example, a freezer or refrigerator to keep items cold for an agency that distributes meals serving North Port residents.

This program shall not support administrative or program costs.

Applications are now closed. 

We are excited to be able to reopen the resource to local residents at the Family Service Center Building, 2nd floor, at 6919 Outreach Way, North Port. New hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday evenings by appointment only by calling Social Services at 941-429-3700 at least 24 hours in advance.

Clients must bring the following documents to receive assistance from the Children’s Community Clothing Closet:

• Last 30 days of income or most recent government assistance award letter.
• Birth certificates, or guardianship paperwork, for each child in the household.
• Social security cards for each child in the household. 
• A bill in the parent’s name showing North Port residency.

Donations of very gently used and new items will be accepted by Social Services staff, please call to schedule a drop off appointment at 941-429-3700. Please do not leave donations outside of the office. 

The City of North Port Social Services Division provides free workshops available to North Port residents.

Learn the fundamental techniques to prepare you for any step in your career. This program is open to all career levels, ages 16 years of age and older. 

Workshops offered on Tuesday evenings:

Budgeting: Focuses on organizing personal expenses and income. 
Resume Building: Focuses on building a resume that will stand out to employers. 
The Interview: Focuses on interviewing skills and how to prepare for them. 
Dress to Impress: Focuses on how to dress professionally for an interview. 

Register now by calling The Social Services Division at 941-429-3700.