United Way of Charlotte County

Address

17831 Murdock Circle, Ste A
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

(941) 627-3539

www.unitedwayccfl.org

AKA:

CIS UWCC Agency

Description:

United Way in Charlotte generally does not work directly with the public to provide assistance. They are fiscal agent for Season of Sharing, a community support program through which non-profit partners' and churches' caseworkers can assist those in need with utilities and rent or mortgage. United Way of Charlotte County administers VITA, a tax return-prep assistance program during tax season. Its new Women United program membership of local women become involved in helping the community, with a focus on the needs of women. United Way annually accepts grant applications from nonprofit and oversees the selection and award process. In turn, these nonprofits provide direct assistance to residents in need. If interested, the agency also can use volunteers in administrative/clerical roles.

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

April 23, 2019

Address Listings

Mailing

17831 Murdock Circle, Ste A
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

Physical (Primary)

17831 Murdock Circle, Ste A
Port Charlotte, FL 33948

Contacts

Angie Matthiessen

Primary Contact

Director

(941) 627-3539

Director@unitedwayccfl.org

Jen Coalwell

Administrative Assistant

admin@unitedwayccfl.org

Phone Numbers

Main Phone

(941) 627-3539

Fax

(941) 627-3485

Legal Status:

Private, Non-Profit

Description

United Way in Charlotte generally does not work directly with the public to provide assistance. They are fiscal agent for Season of Sharing, a community support program through which non-profit partners' and churches' caseworkers can assist those in need with utilities and rent or mortgage. United Way of Charlotte County administers VITA, a tax return-prep assistance program during tax season. Its new Women United program membership of local women become involved in helping the community, with a focus on the needs of women. United Way annually accepts grant applications from nonprofit and oversees the selection and award process. In turn, these nonprofits provide direct assistance to residents in need. If interested, the agency also can use volunteers in administrative/clerical roles.

Hours

8:30AM - 4:30PM Monday to Friday

Fees

No fees

Intake Procedure

Call for information or go online

Languages

English

Service Area

Charlotte County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Charlotte County

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    941-627-3485
    Type:
    Fax
    Name:
    Fax
    Number:
    941-627-3539
    Name:
    Main Phone
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PX-0400) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    United Way in Charlotte generally does not work directly with the public to provide assistance. They are fiscal agent for Season of Sharing, a community support program through which non-profit partners' and churches' caseworkers can assist those in need with utilities and rent or mortgage. United Way of Charlotte County administers VITA, a tax return-prep assistance program during tax season. Its new Women United program membership of local women become involved in helping the community, with a focus on the needs of women. United Way annually accepts grant applications from nonprofit and oversees the selection and award process. In turn, these nonprofits provide direct assistance to residents in need. If interested, the agency also can use volunteers in administrative/clerical roles.

    Hours

    8:30AM - 4:30PM Monday to Friday

    Fees

    No fees

    Intake Procedure

    Call for information or go online

    Languages

    English

    Service Area

    Charlotte

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Florida
      • Charlotte County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      941-627-3485
      Type:
      Fax
      Name:
      Fax
      Number:
      941-627-3539
      Name:
      Main Phone
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TD-1200.1800) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Women United is a United Way program, designed for women who want to become involved in Charlotte County. Women leaders use the program to fight for the health, education and financial stability of those in their community. Women who are interested are invited to call and become a part of this program here in Charlotte County.

      Hours

      8:30AM - 4:30PM Monday to Friday

      Fees

      No fees

      Intake Procedure

      Call for information

      Languages

      English

      Service Area

      Charlotte

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Florida
        • Charlotte County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        941-627-3485
        Type:
        Fax
        Name:
        Fax
        Number:
        941-627-3539
        Type:
        Main Phone
        Name:
        Main Phone
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FP-0500.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Special Notes/Funding

        Due to the COVID-19 situation we have suspended all of our VITA free tax preparation appointments until further notice. The tax filing deadline has been delayed until July 15, 2020, although the IRS is encouraging anyone anticipating a refund to file now. If you owe money on your taxes, payments are being deferred until July 15, 2020 as well. We encourage you to do your taxes for free online at myfreetaxes.com. For more information, please visit irs.gov/coronavirus.

        Description

        The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is free tax return preparation available for households whose income was less than $66,000 in 2018. Appointment sites include the United Way office near the Port Charlotte Town Center Mall, Lemon Bay High School in Englewood, and the Baker Center in Punta Gorda.

        Hours

        Call for info

        Eligibility

        Income below $66,000. Call for more info.

        Fees

        No fees

        Intake Procedure

        Appointments are REQUIRED; call to schedule.

        Service Area

        Charlotte

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Florida
          • Charlotte County

          Seasonal Information

          Description:
          Seasonal -- takes place around tax season only.
          Starts:
          February 1
          Ends:
          July 15

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          941-627-3485
          Type:
          Fax
          Name:
          Fax
          Number:
          941-627-3539
          Name:
          Main Phone
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (DT-8800.9300) and related services within the Service Tree.

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