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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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How to help local families in need have a special holiday

Metropolitan Ministries is still accepting donations of toys, holiday foods, and gift cards.Watch the full story at wtsp.com.

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Tampa Bay family gets a big holiday surprise

Chanae Jacobs got a new car thanks to Fuccillo Automotive Group, Bullard Family Foundation and Metropolitan Ministries.Watch...

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Lightning, Chase team up with Metropolitan Ministries to host toy drive

Fans are invited to donate new, unwrapped toys at Amalie Arena on Dec. 15 and 16 from noon to 6 p.m.TAMPA BAY - The Tampa...

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After homelessness, a Tampa Bay mom wants to give her family a special Christmas

Holiday Hopes | The Olmeda family turned their life around after living in their car.Julio and Joana Olmeda decided to...

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Bank of America names award winners

Bank of America has awarded $200,000 each to two local nonprofits.Metropolitan Ministries and Pinellas County Urban League...

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FOX 13 and Metropolitan Ministries team up for holiday ‘$13 for 13’ donation drive

TAMPA, Fla. -  This is the most challenging holiday season ever for Metropolitan Ministries. Due to layoffs and furloughs from...

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Metropolitan Ministries serves thousands of Thanksgiving meals to-go due to pandemic

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Thanksgiving looks a little different this year for Metropolitan Ministries.The pandemic has forced...

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Despite the Pandemic, Metropolitan Ministries Dishes Out Thanksgiving Meals

TAMPA BAY, Fla. — It has been a record-setting year for Metropolitan Ministries as the need for help continues to grow.On...

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Funds donated in excess of need will help serve poor and homeless families throughout the year. Metropolitan Ministries is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization. A copy of the official registration (ch2820) and financial information may be obtained from the Florida Department of Agriculture and consumer services by calling toll-free within the state 1-800-435-7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.

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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
  • Our Work
    • 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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