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Metro honors Troy and Elizabeth Fowler, Triad Foundation as Bridge Builders

Every year we present the Bridge Builder award to someone special who goes over and above to build a bridge of hope for the thousands...

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Three ways to avoid family heartache

Some families make surprising discoveries after a loved one dies. As one blogger recalls, “My mom’s step-grandpa told everyone...

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New Life At Easter

Four years ago, Karly fled a home filled with abuse and fear. She had few skills that would help her support three children, very...

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NFL’s legacy reaches beyond the big game

 A MORE PERFECT UNIONNFL partners with Tampa charities to leave lasting legacy in Super Bowl...

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Cold Weather Shelter

Hillsborough County partners with the following organizations to provide assistance during cold weather:Metropolitan Ministries...

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Hearts filled with hope

Local families say thank you to the Tampa Bay community for their generosity, compassion, and inspiration.This year has been...

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How Vanessa got her life back — in her own words

I remember hearing my phone ring and looking at the unfamiliar number on the caller I.D. I hesitated. But the Holy Spirit told...

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Thanks to community donations, Metropolitan Ministries provided 2 million Christmas meals to those in need

TAMPA, Fla. - Metropolitan Ministries works hard every year to make Christmas special for those in need in the community. On...

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Metropolitan Ministries will ‘Spread Hope’ this holiday season

As we prepare to enter the holiday season, many families may be concerned about where their next meal or paycheck is coming from...

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      • Donations Drop-off / Pick-up
      • Host A Drive
      • Corporate Partnerships
      • Florida Strong Families Tax Credit
      • Donor-Advised Fund
      • Metropolitan Ministries Foundation
      • Leave a Legacy
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    • Food DonationWe get more requests for food than any other service. Serving 75,000 meals a month takes a lot of support.Explore the Ways to Help
    • Menu Column
      • Emergency Response
      • Food
      • Housing
      • Metro BrigAIDe
      • Family Support Services
      • Education
      • Social Enterprises
      • Pasco Support Centers
      • Job Training Programs
  • About Us
    • Work With UsIf you’re looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women and children in your community, we may have a job for you.Current Openings
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      • 100% Accountability
      • Careers
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