Bring water conservation to life in your classroom with our Water Conservation Program!

Manatee County recycling drop-off locations listed are for residential use only. Items must be placed inside containers, and cardboard must be clean, broken down, or flattened.

Manatee Library offers an extensive genealogy collection available to the public for in-house use at Central Library, as well as a selection of general genealogy materials that may be checked out, and online resources including Heritage Quest and FamilySearch (in-library use only).

From curriculum guides and lesson ideas to online learning tools and educational programs, Manatee Library has everything you need to make homeschooling easier and more enriching.

View the organizational structure of Manatee County

Coquina Beach, Cortez Beach, and Manatee Public Beach are the only beaches in Manatee County that provide beachgoers with professional lifeguard and medical rescue services.

Find an Emergency Shelter

Search and download current and past bids and proposals using DemandStar or Manatee County's Bids and Proposals web page

The SHINE program ("Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders") provides free, unbiased, one-on-one Medicare and Medicaid health insurance counseling for seniors.

Looking for extra support with your child's schoolwork? Manatee Library homework help resources are designed to make learning easier.

Find housing for homeless Veterans

Assisting Veterans with the Active Military Combat Duty Grant Program

Manatee Library offers many programs for all ages, special events, storytimes, and classes!

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 agendas from prior meetings.

A comprehensive list of services available to residents of Manatee County.

Find assistance, shelter or nighttime residence

Feeding Empty Little Tummies is dedicated to feeding Manatee County’s most needy – homeless and food insecure students. One backpack at a time!

Review and follow all the social media accounts Manatee County provides.

Host your next event at the NEST at Robinson Preserve