Lost something on Anna Maria Island? Report it and keep searching.
One report connects you with the Anna Maria Police Department, Manatee County services, local lost and found groups, and our team. Your report stays active, matching your item against new posts and listings so you don't have to check back every day.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Florida : the legal window is 90 days once the item is in law enforcement custody. Hotels, airports and theme parks set their own, often much shorter, retention policies. (Florida Statutes ch. 705)
Reported in Anna Maria
- PurseOctober 18
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter to the right channels.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Anna Maria Police, local lost and found groups, and the services most likely to see your item.
Your report keeps searching
For 12 months, we match new found item posts and listings against your description. You get an alert if a credible match appears, so the search continues without you.
Where items end up on Anna Maria Island
We file reports where they count. Here's what you can do on your own, and what we handle for you.
Anna Maria Police Department
Items handed in to police, or lost near town, can be reported here. We tell you the exact office and number to call, and file the report where the department accepts third-party filings.
City of Anna Maria
City Hall can direct you to lost and found or incident reports. We ensure your report reaches the right desk.
Lost pets
If you've lost or found a cat or dog on Anna Maria Island, Manatee County Animal Welfare is your first call. Report your missing pet and check for matches daily.
⚠️ Spotted incorrect or outdated information? Let us know so we can review it.
Missing something?
File your report now and let us route it to the right people. Once it's in, you can step back. We'll alert you if a match turns up.
Report my lost item →Anna Maria Island is a tight community, but when you lose a wallet, phone, or keys on the beach or in town, the right lost and found office can feel scattered. The police, the Humane Society, local Facebook groups, and the trolley all field lost items separately.
ReportLost bridges that gap. One report, filed once, reaches the departments and groups that matter on Anna Maria, and keeps working for you automatically. No daily follow-ups needed.
Common places to lose items on Anna Maria Island
If you remember where you were, it helps. We'll make sure your report reaches that location.
The Beach
Wallets, phones, and rings slip away in sand and water. Check with beach patrols and local lost and found groups first.
Gulf Drive & Downtown
Shops, cafes, and the trolley stop along the main route. Items handed in here are logged with police and city services.
Local lost and found groups
Anna Maria Island residents share found items in these groups. Your report will be posted and monitored here too.
Facebook group for lost and found items on the island
Community group where residents post about lost items and help each other
Questions about lost items on Anna Maria Island
Should I call the Anna Maria Police or City Hall first?
Call the Anna Maria Police Department at 941-747-3011 to report a lost item. If it's found on public property or at a city facility, they'll help direct you. We file the report for you and make sure both offices see it.
What happens if my item is found on the Island Trolley?
The trolley's lost and found is managed through Manatee County (MCAT). Call 941-747-8621 to check if your item is there. We'll include this number in your report.
Is ReportLost an official police service?
No. ReportLost is an independent service that files reports on your behalf with the right local departments, posts alerts to community groups, and keeps your report active and searching for 12 months. We work alongside police and city services, but we're not part of them.
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Ready to report your lost item?
The sooner your report is filed, the sooner it reaches the right places. Once you're done, we take it from there.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found service and is not affiliated with the Anna Maria Police Department, City of Anna Maria, Manatee County, or any local government agency. We file reports on your behalf with the appropriate local services, but filing through ReportLost does not replace a direct report to police or city services. All information and contact details are provided for your reference and are subject to change.