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One guardian-turned grandmother searches for hope

“It’s been hard, but by God’s grace, we're doing it.” - EileenMeet Eileen. In 2017, three days after Christmas,...

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Returning hope

“I’m praying God gives me help.” - DorisDoris tragically lost her daughter eight months ago to domestic violence....

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Veteran gets a second chance with his family

It started after a storm that caused raging flooding in his home town of Baton Rouge, La. With floodwater waist-deep, three small...

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Holiday Tent History

In 1982 when Rev. Morris E. Hintzman began serving at Metropolitan Ministries, there was no formal holiday assistance program...

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People who are struggling know they have a friend in Metropolitan Ministries

FOX 13 NEWS: 'Hope with Dignity' is the mission of Metropolitan Ministries. Staff and volunteers find practical and innovative...

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Together, we’re building strong, caring communities

Metropolitan Ministries and Blue Sky Communities break ground on affordable housingWhen SabalPlace opens its doors next...

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A night to remember

Tampa Bay Food Fight went down on Tuesday night, making it the third consecutive year of the fundraiser for Metropolitan Ministries’...

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Healing hope

After emergency surgery and an abrupt move, Mary was left feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. She would lose everything while...

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Feeding hungry families starts with helping to stock our pantry

One meal equals three thanks to a matching grantIt won’t be long before our big tent goes up — it marks the official...

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      • 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
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      • Emergency Response
      • Food
      • Housing
      • Metro BrigAIDe
      • Family Support Services
      • Education
      • Social Enterprises
      • Pasco Support Centers
      • Job Training Programs
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    • 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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