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Tampa Bay Food Fight returns for a good cause

Ever wanted to go to Tampa Bay Food Fight but just weren’t quick enough to snag a ticket before it sold out? Well now’s your...

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Metro’s Culinary Arts Program creates hope for future chefs

Seven years ago, Cliff Barsi, a chef for more than 35 years, had a dream of starting a culinary school to give back to the...

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Metropolitan Ministries needs your help more than ever

How we all can help Metropolitan Ministries prep for the holiday rush.With so many people falling on hard times, Metropolitan...

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As pandemic drags communities down, banks step up

Banks and credit unions, in a bid to shore up the struggling economy, dig deep to support struggling residents — and gain new...

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Metro Ministries prepare to ‘Spread Hope’ this holiday season

The non-profit Metropolitan Ministries is expecting thousands more families will request help for the holidays, and they are asking...

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All she needed was a hand up

Sara calls her story “a cautionary tale.” She says, “I was uppermiddle class. I had no problems. I went from that to nothing.”...

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Metropolitan Ministries ‘urgently’ needs volunteers after massive drop

Volunteers are wanted to help build food boxes and for other needs going into the holiday season.TAMPA, Fla. —...

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New partnership helps Tampa Bay area families get diapers

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — A new partnership between the Junior League of Tampa and Metropolitan Ministries will help get more...

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Hope, given monthly

When you give monthly through Hope Force, you directly impact the lives of families we serve every day.

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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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      • Executive Leadership
      • 100% Accountability
      • Careers
      • Culture
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