Metropolitan Ministries

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On September 1, Metropolitan Ministries announced the passing of Rev. Morris E. Hintzman, a leader, advocate and friend who dedicated his life to serving others and uplifting those in need. At 82 years old, he leaves behind a profound legacy of compassion and visionary leadership. He was the Chief Executive Officer of Metropolitan Ministries for

Metropolitan Ministries has partnered with Walgreens for the Backpacks of Hope School Supplies Drive, which helps support local children as they get ready to go back to school. From now through August 1, 88 participating Walgreens stores, in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, will be collecting school essentials to benefit children in need. This year’s drive

► Shumaker Partner Matthew E. Maggard has been appointed to Polk County’s Saint Leo University Board of Trustees. (Pictured above) ► Pasco County commissioners have approved a large, mixed-use project, called the Interstate 75 “gateway” at State Road 52, with industrial, commercial and a mixture of residential developments, on a 785-acre property, northwest of the interchange. 

Catherine and Keebler Straz have made a $2 million donation to Metropolitan Ministries, which will provide critical support for families facing homelessness. The gift was facilitated through a collaboration with Molly James, chief executive officer of the Metropolitan Ministries Foundation. The endowment will go towards educational expenses and materials, technology, professional equipment and attire, bus

Metropolitan Ministries is collaborating with 30 community partners to expand its holiday outreach and will operate 10 “pop-up” tent locations in neighborhoods of highest need, throughout the region. For the fifth year, Metropolitan Ministries is teaming up with Thaddeus Bullard, also known as  WWE global ambassador Titus O’Neil, and his Bullard Family Foundation. Former Major

► Metropolitan Ministries celebrated the groundbreaking for the redevelopment at its Holiday campus. (Rendering above) ► Turner Arbour was awarded Workforce Development Professional of the Year at the Florida Economic Development Council Leadership Award Dinner for his creation, and work, on the Workforce Connect platform and his role on the CareerSource Pasco-Hernando board of directors.