Services
Find Mentoring Matters-Impact Over Obstacles Program
For more than two decades, Take Stock in Children of Manatee County has been a beacon of hope for numerous promising students facing adversity and economic disadvantages in our community
Find Musical Motion Services
Musical Motion is a FREE learn & play class that encourages bonding while developing early learning and literacy skills in children. Sessions focus on creative activities that enhance brain development and build preschoolers’ social skills, language skills, motor skills, and more.
Find my Flood Zone
FEMA maps flood zones for use in the National Flood Insurance Program. Evacuation levels are based on hypothetical storm scenarios and take into account numerous factors beyond just flooding.
Find Nemours Reading BrightStart!
Program provides a supplemental curriculum designed to be an intensive intervention for teaching language and early literacy skills to small groups of three-four and five-year-old children screened and deemed at-risk for reading failure.
Find One to One Mentoring Services
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast provides one-to-one mentoring relationships to children ages 6-18 years old throughout the Gulf Coast of Florida in Sarasota, Manatee, DeSoto, Highlands, Hardee, Charlotte, Lee, Hendry and Collier counties.
Find Options for Veteran Outpatient Health Care
Our outpatient clinic provides primary care and specialty health services, including mental health care, dental services, social work, women’s health services and more.
Find Organizations Who Provide Service Animals
Southeastern Guide Dogs and Canine Companions provide service dogs at no cost to individuals with disabilities, including veterans, children, and professionals, helping enhance independence and quality of life.
Find Parent Partner Program
Program provides parent education and support for parents with children ages 0-12.
Find Parents as Teachers Program
The Parents As Teachers (PAT) program provides support for families through home visits, group events, a variety of health and developmental screenings, and a network of community resources
Find Past Board of County Commissioners Previous Agendas
Find agendas from prior meetings.
Find Photos from Manatee County Events (Flickr)
If you attended one our events and had photos taken of you, your business, or your booth, you can find any photo taken by our Manatee County photographers on our Flickr account.
Find Pro Bono Civil Legal Services
The Financial Stability/Housing Services project aims to assist vulnerable clients in Manatee County with incomes below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) in achieving self-sufficiency
Find Pro Bono Legal Services
Legal Aid of Manasota provides free legal services to low income residents of Manatee County in various civil matters.
Find Professional Services for the Disabled Community
Within Manatee County, there are several organizations that are dedicated to supporting the disabled community including Easterseals of Southwest Florida, STEP Therapy, and The Foundation of Dreams.
Find Resident Resources
A comprehensive list of services available to residents of Manatee County.
Find SafePlace2B (Youth Residential Program)
Their mission is to inspire well-being and success in the lives of vulnerable children, youth and families
through responsive quality programs and safe places.
Find Sexual Assault Child Advocacy and Therapy for Children
Centerstone has developed a special approach to help children overcome behavioral health challenges. Our counselors and therapists create an environment of trust to encourage young clients to open up and share their feelings. We develop individualized treatment plans to address the unique needs of each child. By teaming with families, schools and communities, we build a network of support that allows healing to occur.
Find Sexual Offense Abuse Reactive (SOAR)
The evolution of treatment services in Manatee County began in 1985 with volunteer professionals who realized the importance of follow-up services for youth with offending history who were re-integrating back into the community from residential treatment.
Find Shelter for People Experiencing Homelessness
Find assistance, shelter or nighttime residence
Find Stepping Up to Success (SUS) Services
Girls engage in academic enrichment, skill-building, creative arts, positive social experiences, health and wellness, and develop empathy, resilience, and leadership qualities in a structured, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Find Success4Life Training and Mentoring
Replay Outreach exists to mobilize individuals, churches, and communities to reach at-risk youth in every local juvenile justice facility, school, and club. We encourage and challenge these individuals to find their direction, discover their passions, and achieve their purpose.
Find Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Program
For more than thirty-five years, Pace Center for Girls has been transforming the lives of girls and young women
Find Veteran Resources (Locator Map)
Use the Veteran Resource Locator map to find Food Insecurity Resources, VA Healthcare Clinics, VA Benefits Office, Employment Services, Homeless Assistance and Legal Assistance specifically for veterans within Manatee County.
Find Weekend Meals Program
Feeding Empty Little Tummies is dedicated to feeding Manatee County’s most needy – homeless and food insecure students. One backpack at a time!
Find Your Garbage and Recycling Collection Days
Information about how to find your trash and recycling collection days for residents of Unincorporated Manatee County.
Find Your Impact Fee Transportation District
Use the interactive map below or view it in a new window to search your address and find your district.
Find your Local Fire Department
Manatee County has 8 Fire Districts located within it. Use the Resident Information tool to locate your nearest fire department, or contact them.
Find your Nearest Community Garden
Find your nearest community garden, learn the impact of community gardens, and information about the number of plots the county offers.
Find Youth Intervention Prevention Services
An expansion into Manatee County for Community-Based Care child-welfare services began in the fall of 1999. Similar to the Sarasota County project, the YMCA became the Lead Agency of a Safe Children Coalition of community agencies to assist Manatee County’s abused and neglected children and their families in reaching their full potential in a safe and stable environment.
Find Teen Program - The Club, Ages 13-17
The CLUB – Teens Only Program provides teens more than a place to hang out with their friends, it emphasizes academics, graduating on time and planning for life beyond high school.
Follow us on Social Media
Review and follow all the social media accounts Manatee County provides.
FREE Community Cleanup Events
Join Manatee County’s Community Cleanup on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM at two drop-off sites: Parrish Community Park and Myakka City Community Center. Residents can dispose of bulky items, appliances, recyclables, tires, and yard waste, with proof of residency required. Help keep the county clean and watch for more cleanup events coming throughout 2026!
Free Meals for Kids and Teens!
Summer BreakSpot provides free meals: breakfast, lunch, and snacks, for Florida kids and teens 18 and under while school is out. No application is needed, just show up and enjoy!
Geocache on the Taking Flight GeoTour
Visit the sites along the Taking Flight GeoTour, hunt for and find geocaches, and learn about Manatee County’s wild spaces and the amazing feathered friends that live in them.
Get Assistance with Survivor Benefits
Manatee County Veterans Services can assist with access to benefits for survivors of deceased Veterans
Get Current Air Quality Information
Information from the EPA National & Regional Daily Air Quality Forecasts.
Get Help for Veterans with Financial Needs
Call Manatee County Veterans Services to see if you qualify for financial assistance through the VA
Guide for New Reporters
Are you a new reporter in the area? We have compiled a list of everything you’ve always wanted to know but were too afraid to ask!
Hire A Working Cat
All of us, including community cats, are happier when we have a job…and a purpose. These special community cats are not house pets.
Hire Medical Coverage for your Event
Manatee County EMS provides Professional Medical Coverage for a wide range of special events within Manatee County
Host Your Next Event at The NEST
Host your next event at the NEST at Robinson Preserve
How to Vacate County Interest in Real Property
Property Acquisition processes vacation applications from citizens in accordance with Florida Statutes.
Hunt at Duette Preserve
Rules and Regulations for Duette Preserve Hunt Program
Improving Your Non-Profit Agency
Community & Nonprofit Education provides nonprofit organizations serving Manatee County with opportunities to learn, connect and build their capacity in areas of governance, program outcomes, finance, leadership, fundraising, development, communications and marketing, and HR.
Independent Living Program
The Independent Living Program offers three areas of vision rehabilitation training.
Information on the DUI Victim Impact Panel Classes
The DUI Victim Impact Panel Program is an awareness program for offenders charged with misdemeanor driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Initiate Baker Act for a Youth
Program provides Baker Act services to children who are in acute psychiatric distress and have been determined to be a threat to themselves or others.
Invite a Lifeguard to Speak at your Event
If you would like to have a member of Beach Patrol speak at your school, civic group meeting, or agency, please call Beach Patrol at 941-749-3500.
Join a Youth Little League
Join a baseball or softball Little League
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Join a Youth Soccer League
Join a youth soccer league.
Join an Adult Basketball League
Join the Adult Basketball League for competitive games on premium wood courts with certified officiating. Connect, compete, and showcase your skills while staying active and having fun!
Join an Adult Coed Kickball League
Get ready for the hottest sport in Manatee County. The adult co-ed kickball league will take you back in time to the days when you were a child playing kickball on the playground!
Join an Adult Flag Football League
5-on-5 Flag Football combines the fast-paced feel of 4-on-4 field dimensions with the familiar rules of 7-on-7 leagues, offering a perfect balance for players who enjoy both styles.
Join an Adult Soccer League
Join an adult soccer league.
Join an Adult Softball League
Join our year-round softball leagues, featuring team and individual play for all skill levels. Enjoy competitive games, playoffs, and resources like schedules and rules on the Team Side Line website.
Join an Affiliated Adult League
Join an adult softball league
Join an Affiliated Youth Cheerleading Squad
Join a youth cheer squad.
Join an Affiliated Youth Football League
Join on of our affiliated youth football teams.
Join our Citizens Academy
The Neighborhood Ambassador Citizens Academy is an interactive civic and public information program, that will allow residents the opportunity to learn more about their local government and services that are available to them in an easy and interactive way.
Join the Development Task Force Online Meetings
Join the Development Task Force meetings to discuss improvement of processes and offer comments on matters of interest.
Kayak Tour: Paddle Manatee
The blueways of Manatee County comprise 75 miles of paddling trails in marine and fresh waters.
Know your Evacuation Level
Locate the storm evacuation level of your home or business located within Manatee County.
Learn About Artificial Reefs
Manatee County has been involved in reef construction since the late 1960’s and currently has 13 artificial reefs to balance public uses such as fishing and diving with resource conservation.
Learn About Manatee Protection Zones
Manatee County is committed to protecting its waterways and the Florida manatee, a native and iconic species.
Learn about the RESTORE Act
The RESTORE Act was created following the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill to address the environmental impacts in affected states.
Learn About the West Coast Inland Navigation District
WCIND is a multi-county special taxing district that assists in the planning and implementation of waterway projects that promote safe navigation and the enjoyment of water-based activities.
Learn More About Our Environmental Monitoring Programs
Manatee County operates a variety of environmental monitoring programs to comply with State or federal requirements,
Learn More About the Air & Watershed Management Program
Air and water quality monitoring
Learn More About the Lead and Copper Rule Revision
Manatee County’s LCRR Service Line Inventory provides an interactive map and resources to help residents identify water service line materials and ensure compliance with federal lead and copper regulations.
Learn More About the WaterWise Manatee Program
The new WaterWise Manatee program is designed to improve water-flow detection and enhance customer service and support for Manatee County's nearly 150,000 households.
Library Performance Dashboard
This dashboard was created to view data about the Public Library.
License Your Pet
Your pets must be licensed in Manatee County. Your pet (dog, cat or ferret) requires a yearly rabies vaccination and County license and failure to obtain this registration could result in fines as high as $1,000.