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You Gave Him Tools to Thrive!

A crisis left Eric living out of his car, wondering how he was going to overcome . . .When Eric’s wife passed away unexpectedly,...

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Stamp Out Hunger benefiting Metropolitan Ministries

We are excited that Metropolitan Ministries is once again partnering with the NALC for their 32nd Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food...

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A Second Chance – Christina’s Story 

Christina and her family have gone through some difficult times. They first came to Metro in 2018, during a stressful period in...

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“This is my beginning” — Tamara’s Story

Single mom Tamara struggled to support her family — but you gave her hopeTamara found herself caught in the middle of a...

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“You Believed in Me” — Sandra’s Story

Sandra didn’t know how she was going to provide for herself or her son. Thanks to you, she found a new path of hope! “The...

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“Don’t give up” — Vernita’s Story

Vernita’s family would’ve ended up on the streets if it weren’t for your support!Vernita didn’t want to believe it...

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Having Metro as an ally made all the difference to Christopher — thanks to YOU!

Growing up, Christopher felt like nobody believed in him . . .Not his high school counselor, who suggested that he “drop...

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When a teen becomes the family’s sole breadwinner

Leslie didn’t want to put too much pressure on her teenage son, Justin, because he was still in high school. But what choice...

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Featured on ABC Actions News: Metropolitan Ministries holiday assistance registration opens

By: JJ BurtonTAMPA, Fla. — It’s the second day of October, but it’s time to start thinking about the holidays, according...

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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
  • Blog