Metropolitan Ministries

Metropolitan Ministries is a nonprofit that works with poor and homeless families in the Tampa Bay area. Its programs include food distribution, emergency shelter for children and their parents, housing support, family support centers, job training, education programs and social enterprises. The organization describes its mission as caring for the homeless and those at risk of homelessness through services that alleviate suffering and promote self-sufficiency.

People who need food, shelter or financial help can get support through the organization's family support centers, which serve Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Donations of money, food and goods are accepted, and volunteers can help through drop-offs, pick-ups and drives. The main office is at 2002 N. Florida Ave in Tampa.