“It’s post Hurricane Milton and the closest rescue has been literally demolished. I was searching my phone for help for an injured armadillo discovered during a morning walk. Finally got an answer here and the center sent a delightful lady named Sandy very quickly. She was an answer to prayer and had the little guy up and on his way to help in a matter of minutes. Please support them! They’re worthy of your rescue donations. ?”
8:30AM - 4PM
1051 Albee Farm Rd, Venice“I always give items to them,for they help people in need. I also buy items there, because they are reasonable priced. Their employees help you find items,if you ask”
10AM - 5PM
1925 S Tamiami Trail, Venice“I have very little experience of animal shelters,but this was really good.Exceptionally clean and very well organized.We had one cat that was interesting,so we agreed it was the one!The staff made very sure we would be responsible owners,we moved forward and now have a new family member.To be recommended.”
“Got to see nesting egrets and cormorants. Very nice place but small area. 30 minute stop. You get pretty up close with the birds though. Could use bathroomsRestrooms: One portajohn”
9AM - 5:30PM
530 U.S. 41 Bypass S #5A, Venice“I had an absolute wonderful experience with the Womens Resource center. Staff is very kind and genuine. I utilized there Ask An Attorney Program, where I was able to receive free legal counseling. I was able to file my divorce on my own and represent myself in court on my own as well! Thank You again Womens Resource Center.”
“They have always been there during my worst moments of life, being homeless with nowhere to go with my children and they’re (unlike any other church or nonprofit) who jump out of their seats and get you motel vouchers that day. They’ve truly been a blessing to my family at our worst times and I’m truly forever grateful for their support and quick assistance. Thank you and god bless all of you.”
“Besides our business we also run a 501c3 nonprofit animal sanctuary. Waste to charity has donated so many much needed items to our nonprofit. They have helped to make the work load for all the volunteers much easier. We can’t say enough how much we appreciate them. The staff especially Cristy is amazing. If you are a nonprofit in south Florida be sure you reach out to them. You won’t be sorry.David Burns, co-founderFarmhouse Sanctuary”
“2 B Kind Thrift Store was voted best thrift store in Venice in the Gondolier this year! Great store. It is now having a 50% off sale. Take advantage. It's small but packed full of goodies.”
9AM - 5PM
950 Ridgewood Ave, Venice“Wonderful spot so close to beautiful white sand beaches, restaurants, shopping, museums, entertainment, etc. 3 heated pools with hot tubs, 80+ clubs, and friendly faces around every corner!”
8AM - 5:30PM
676 S Tamiami Trail, Venice“I'm giving this goodwill the full 5 star treatment. Very nice inside and no bad smell. Almost like shopping in a new store without the new prices. On the day we shopped it was half off all green tags. Found clothes and what nots to load into our luggage for the ride to Cali. If I lived in Nokomis I would be a regular.”
9AM - 8PM
676 S Tamiami Trail, Venice“Enjoyed my stroll thru this Goodwill. They had a lot of good clothing and decor stuff. Definitely need lots of time to look thru all the goods. Definitely recommend checking out this store.”
“Nice City, downtown is clean, drivers are courteous in allowing pedestrians to cross at crosswalks. Roadways are busy, good restaurants, all in all a very enjoyable time.”