Hardee Help Center

Hardee Help Center Serving Hardee County. Admin Hours 8AM - 5PM
Front Lobby Hours 8:30AM - 5PM (closed daily from 12-1pm) Monday - Thursday
Closed to the Public on Fridays

The Hardee Help Center is dedicated to working together with churches and community agencies to assist families in Hardee County who are experiencing short-term hardships. We are an extension ministry of the Hardee County Ministerial Association, a United Way of Central Florida Partner, and the local Salvation Army Service Unit. The purpose of this page is to provide information of public interest

about the Hardee Help Center (HHC) with the general public. We encourage comments and questions regarding posted topics. The HHC reserves the right to remove comments that are off topic, offensive, profane in nature, or that appear to violate client confidentiality. Opinions expressed by visitors to this page do not reflect the opinions of the Hardee Help Center. Thank you for your cooperation.

Hardee Help Center is hiring a Homeless Services Coordinator.This role will work directly with individuals experiencing ...
06/01/2026

Hardee Help Center is hiring a Homeless Services Coordinator.

This role will work directly with individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them take meaningful steps toward stability through action plans, resource connections, compassionate accountability, and encouragement.

We are looking for someone with a heart for serving people in crisis and a desire to support the Christian mission of the Help Center. Experience in ministry, military service, law enforcement, case management, social services, or other helping professions is especially helpful.

Hours are flexible, and salary is based on experience.

To apply, please send a resume and statement of interest to Lori Friers at [email protected].

Applications are open until June 21.

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
Colossians 3:23

At the beginning of the year, we chose Romans 12:10 as our verse for 2026, and it continues to be such a beautiful remin...
05/31/2026

At the beginning of the year, we chose Romans 12:10 as our verse for 2026, and it continues to be such a beautiful reminder for the work before us.

This verse reminds us that love is not only something we say, but something we practice in the way we welcome people, listen with patience, protect dignity, and care for our neighbors as people deeply loved by God.

We are grateful for a community that continues to live this out with us through prayer, giving, volunteering, and showing up for our neighbors in need.

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Romans 12:10 NIV

Mark your calendars!Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. will be at the Hardee Help Center on Thursday, June 4th providing...
05/30/2026

Mark your calendars!

Florida Rural Legal Services, Inc. will be at the Hardee Help Center on Thursday, June 4th providing FREE legal advice on civil matters for qualified residents.

For more information visit frls.org or call 1-888-582-3410

Don't forget about this opportunity beginning Tuesday, June 2nd!Our Summer Food Program is open for Hardee County famili...
05/29/2026

Don't forget about this opportunity beginning Tuesday, June 2nd!

Our Summer Food Program is open for Hardee County families with school-aged children. Join us for pantry shopping on the following Tuesdays:

📅 June: 2, 16, 23, 30
📅 July: 7, 14, 21, 28

🕘 Shopping Hours:

Morning: 9:00–11:30 AM
Afternoon: 1:00–4:30 PM
Evening: Limited appointments available after 5:00 PM (please call to schedule)

Families may shop up to two times per month in June and July. No application is needed, a quick form will be completed at each visit.

We’re thankful to serve our community in this way and pray this support brings both relief and encouragement to your home.

“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19

Vacation Bible School is such a sweet part of summer in our community, and we would love to help local churches spread t...
05/28/2026

Vacation Bible School is such a sweet part of summer in our community, and we would love to help local churches spread the word!

If your church is hosting VBS this summer, drop the details in the comments so local families can see what is available.

You can include:
⛪️ Church name
📅 Dates and times
👩‍👦 Age groups
🌐 Registration link or contact info
✅️ Anything special families should know

We are thankful for the churches in Hardee County who pour into children, teach God’s Word, and create spaces where families can connect with the hope of Christ.

“Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 19:14

Did you mark your calendar yet? The Full Throttle Festival is coming back this fall as part of the Drive Out Hunger camp...
05/27/2026

Did you mark your calendar yet?

The Full Throttle Festival is coming back this fall as part of the Drive Out Hunger campaign, and we’re already getting excited for all the fun, fellowship, and community involvement ahead.

If you haven’t already, take a moment to check out the event page and follow along for future updates, announcements, and ways to get involved!

https://www.facebook.com/share/1H77aquzTf/

There are some exciting things in the works this year, and we can’t wait to share more soon.

When school is out, the need for nutritious meals doesn't take a summer vacation.That's why we're sharing this community...
05/26/2026

When school is out, the need for nutritious meals doesn't take a summer vacation.

That's why we're sharing this community resource for local families.

Summer BreakSpot provides free meals for children and teens 18 and under at participating locations throughout Hardee County this summer.

📍 Local locations and serving times are included in this video.

Please note: This is **not a Hardee Help Center program.** We are sharing this information to help connect families with resources available in our community.

For more information:
🌐 SummerBreakSpot.org
📞 Call 2-1-1

Please share this post so more families can learn about this opportunity.

05/26/2026

When school is out, the need for nutritious meals doesn't take a summer vacation.

That's why we're sharing this community resource for local families.

Summer BreakSpot provides free meals for children and teens 18 and under at participating locations throughout Hardee County this summer.

📍 Local locations and serving times are included in this video.

Please note: This is **not a Hardee Help Center program.** We are sharing this information to help connect families with resources available in our community.

For more information:
🌐 SummerBreakSpot.org
📞 Call 2-1-1

Please share this post so more families can learn about this opportunity.

Today we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.We are grateful fo...
05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We are grateful for the freedoms we enjoy and mindful of the tremendous sacrifice made by so many families throughout our nation’s history.

As we spend time with loved ones this Memorial Day, may we also take a moment to remember those who never made it home.

“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.”
Psalm 33:12

Community means something a little different to each of us.What does “community” look like to you?Tell us in the comment...
05/24/2026

Community means something a little different to each of us.

What does “community” look like to you?

Tell us in the comments!

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1330 US Highway 17 South
Wauchula, FL
33873

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+18637730034

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