NICEVILLE CENTER HOME
About Us
Sharing & Caring of Niceville has proudly served our community since 1989. What began as a small food pantry has grown into an organization dedicated to helping local families meet essential needs. Today, we provide food assistance as well as support for rent, utilities, prescriptions, school supplies, and holiday meals during Thanksgiving and Christmas. As the needs within our community continue to grow, so is our commitment to helping our neighbors during times of hardship.
Sharing & Caring serves individuals and families in Niceville, Valparaiso, Seminole, Eglin AFB and Choctaw Beach who meet our guidelines. Clients may receive a supply of essential food staples, typically enough to support a household for several days. We are proud to serve a diverse range of individuals in our community, including seniors, military members, individuals experiencing homelessness, those who are unemployed, single adults, and families navigating challenging circumstances. Many are referred to us by local churches, community partners, or through word of mouth. Our trained volunteers meet with each client to better understand their situation and determine how we can best assist them.
In addition to food assistance, Sharing & Caring may provide help with rent, utilities, and certain prescription medications, depending on available community donations. Each year, we also host our "Tools for School" program, which provides school supplies to help local students begin the school year prepared for success.
During the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons, Sharing & Caring partners with local churches, civic groups, and community organizations to help coordinate holiday meal baskets and gifts for families in need.
With the support of our community and valued partners, we continue to meet the growing needs of our neighbors, bringing hope, compassion, and essential assistance to those who need it most.
Statistics
In 2025, we provided:
- Food for 10,000 people last year (This number reflects multiple visits by families throughout the year).
- FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE to 586 people:
- RENT - $52,080
- UTILITIES - $69,200
- MEDICINE - $380
- SPECIAL NEEDS - $3,708
- SCHOOL SUPPLIES for 248 children, including backpacks.
- PANTRY FOOD PURCHASED - $78,768.62
- THANKSGIVING MEALS - 288 families
- CHRISTMAS MEALS - 235 families
- ANGEL TREE GIFTS - 258 children
- CHRISTMAS TREE STORE - 350 children (in coordination with Crosspoint Church)
- Individuals & Community Members (Chick-fil-a, Publix, Winn Dixie, Emerald Coast Food Rescue, & local Churches): 221,000 lbs.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture: 68,000 lbs.
- Individuals: $89,903
- Tools for School: $21,4242
- Churches: $59,675
- Businesses & Organizations: $37,316
- Grants: $30,000
- Holiday: $500
Amount purchased from the USDA and local grocery store is a 6% increase over 2024.
In coordination with area churches and civic organizations, we provided:
2025 Community Impact
In 2025, Sharing & Caring of Niceville received generous support from individuals, churches, businesses, organizations, and government partners.
Food Donations
This total poundage of 289,000 lbs. is an 11% increase over 2024.
Cash Donations
Other Donations
Because of this support, Sharing & Caring of Niceville provided more than $781,000 in value for food, financial, and other assistance to families in need throughout our local community.