The Sharing Center
Civic and Social OrganizationsFlorida, United States51-200 Employees
The Sharing Center is a civic and social services organization based in Longwood, Florida, focused on preventing homelessness and hunger. It supports neighbors in need through food distribution, emergency financial assistance, and practical resources such as transportation and basic personal care items, with a goal of creating stability for people facing housing insecurity. Its services include a drop-in center called Oasis, which offers community and support for homeless individuals, and a workforce development program, ProjectRISE, that provides four weeks of classroom instruction on emotional intelligence, job-finding skills, and financial literacy to help underemployed adults pursue self-sufficiency. The organization relies heavily on volunteers, who contribute the majority of its workforce and hours, and directs a large portion of donations and purchases to aid local neighbors. The Sharing Center collaborates with local partners and community organizations, reflecting its role within Seminole County’s social services landscape.