This year, Commissioner Kathryn Starkey was honored as ‘Pasco Leader of the Year.’ And we heard the heartwarming story of Barbara & Valentina – mother and daughter who took part in the residency program, overcoming homelessness to secure a brighter future for them both.

Everyone celebrated another season of hope, love, and joy at the 5th Annual Pasco Leadership Luncheon. During the time together, we shared how life change is possible in the lives of homeless and at-risk kids and teens through the various programs and initiatives Metropolitan Ministries spearheads, in partnership with our state and local leaders, businesses, and community members.

Over the past year in Pasco County, Metropolitan Ministries’ served 169 children, provided 64 families with residential housing programs and 91% of families successfully exited our residential programs and are housed.

It is through the kindness and generosity of their faithful donors and community partners changes can be made in the lives children and families in Pasco County, like Valentina and her mom, Barbara, former residents who shared their story of hope with us today.

About Metropolitan Ministries:

Mission

We care for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless in our community through services that alleviate suffering, promote dignity and instill self-sufficiency… as an expression of the ongoing ministry of Jesus Christ.

Vision

Metropolitan Ministries will be America’s most effective caregiver to poor and homeless people.

• Our programs will be known for their compassion and innovation in helping struggling families and individuals achieve their highest potential for self-sufficiency.
• Our approach to involving citizens in understanding and caring for their disadvantaged neighbors will serve as a replicable model.
• Our caregiving will be supported by an exemplary staff, high-quality facilities, dedicated volunteers, donors and collaborative partners.
• Above all, our witness will be to the power of love in healing broken lives and building strong, caring communities.

If you would like to support our work in Pasco County, you can give a gift today at www.metromin.org/pascoleadership