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BRIDGE BUILDERS

BUILDING HOPE

ONE BLOCK AT A TIME Constructing brighter futures for children experiencing homelessness

April 16, 2024

WELCOME TO BRIDGE BUILDERS! Gina and I are excited to lead this year’s Bridge Builders event as ChairCouple as we continue our meaningful volunteer work with Metropolitan Ministries. In serving on the Board of Directors, spending time volunteering as a family in the Holiday Tent, and visiting the Sullivan Partnership School, we have witnessed the tremendous impact of this organization.

When you think of homelessness, you may picture a homeless person on the street. However, we should also be thinking of families, including women and children, knowing that more children are under Metro’s care each night than adults!

Through our involvement with Metropolitan Ministries, we have seen the amazing work of the BrigAIDe mobile outreach team who are making great strides to alleviate suffering for our neighbors on the streets experiencing chronic homelessness. But as parents, we have been struck by the alarming number of children facing homelessness, as many as 5,000 in Hillsborough County, 4,000 in Pinellas County, with similar numbers in Pasco and Polk Counties, and it’s believed that the numbers are undercounted. These are the faces we do not readily see. That’s why this year’s Bridge Builder’s theme is centered around children, entitled “Building Hope: One Block at a Time”.

Your support has a direct impact in helping children feel safe again so they can begin to reach their full potential.

Together, we are a significant part of the work being done to help homeless children heal from their trauma, pouring into their future with education, improving their mental well-being, and investing in changing the trajectory of their lives…one block at a time! Thank you for your consideration to support Metropolitan Ministries.

With sincere appreciation, ERIC & GINA BAILEY 2024 Bridge Builders Chair Couple

LINDELL INVESTMENTS

Lindell Investments is proud to support Metropolitan Ministries in their mission, vision and culture!

Lindell Investments Inc. is a family office tasked with deploying and managing capital on behalf of the Lindell family and its investors. The firm specializes in real estate investment and development, with a geographic focus on the high-growth I-4 & I75 corridors of West and Central Florida. The Lindell team prides itself on its longstanding relationships with honest, quality sponsors with track records of successful value creation.

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Dear Friends, Thank you all for joining us today as we focus on our theme “Building Hope: One Block at a Time”. HOPE. What a beautiful thing to be associated with in a world which, at times, seems to have gone mad. Today, you are in a hope-filled room with hope-filled donors, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Together, we represent the building blocks of hope for homeless children and their parents throughout Tampa Bay. Maybe this is your first time being at Bridge Builders. Maybe you’ve never been involved with our work. Let me share a little bit about us: • • • • • •

We are a growth mindset organization.

We believe in hard work.

We believe in accepting new challenges.

We believe feedback is a gift to make us a better organization.

We believe setbacks are an opportunity to learn and do better next time.

We believe in continuous process improvement—that we can be better today and even better tomorrow.

Recently, our education team was presenting their KPI’s focusing on what is going well, what could be better, and what they could do to achieve even greater results. One of the leaders from our Pasco location used the phrase, we can “make the best better”. I loved hearing from a leader leading with pride, but not arrogance, and with a passion to get even better.

Next year, you will learn about how we nearly doubled our education programs with a major investment in West Pasco to care for families on our new $20 million campus for homeless families with enhanced summer camp, afterschool, and preschool education programs for 48 families living on-site along with hundreds of children in the Holiday, Florida community who need a little help to get by.

Growth mindset is made possible by growth mindset board members, donors, staff, and community partners. For those of us who are blessed in this room, we can bring hope to others along the way who just might be barely holding on.

It is with immense gratitude that we share with you today the work you enable, each and every day, throughout Tampa Bay. Tim Marks President & CEO Metropolitan Ministries

THE IMPACT OF YOUR SUPPORT OUTCOMES

Fiscal Year 2023

Meals served 3,285,352 Nights of shelter provided 122,189 Families that received holiday assistance

34,649

Families helped through outreach, prevention, & diversion services

78,840

Children whose lives were touched or changed

157,680

Families provided with rent & utility assistance

1,943

Families that benefited from residential & housing programs

1,267

Adults that obtained jobs with a living wage

330

Families who have not returned to homelessness

92%

KELLY RING BULLEIT EMCEE Kelly Ring has been a special, long-time friend of Metropolitan Ministries throughout her time as a reporter and anchor at FOX 13 News. We are thrilled to have her serve as our emcee today. Over the years, Kelly has used her platform to help spread the word about the need at Metro Ministries and has shared countless stories of hope with the Tampa Bay community.

She has spent time volunteering at our holiday tent and is always willing to lend a helping hand with a smile for a child who needs it most. Kelly also serves as a member of our Board of Directors.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Carlos Baldor, Jr., Board Chair

President & Chief Technology Officer, BST Global

Eric Bailey, Vice Chair of Advancement Principal and Financial Advisor, CAPTRUST

David Beshears, Vice Chair of Facilities Executive Director, Cushman & Wakefield of FL, Inc.

Chris Christenberry, Vice Chair of Governance President & Chief Operating Officer, Atlantic Health Solutions

Keri Eisenbeis, Vice Chair of Human Resources Chief of Staff/SVP of Corporate Relations, BayCare Health System

Gerry Coughlin, Metropolitan Ministries Foundation Liaison Managing Partner, Oakpoint Advisors

Josh Helms, Vice Chair of Programs Chief Operating Officer, Physicians Partners of America

Jeff Marple, Vice Chair of Social Enterprise Corporate Executive, Rooms to Go

Andy May, Past Board Chair Executive Managing Director, Cushman & Wakefield of FL, Inc.

Andrew (Drew) Pittman, Vice Chair of Finance & Audit Co-Owner, ASAP Capital Partners, Inc.

Dan Rodriguez, Vice Chair of Strategic Planning President & Executive Advisor, Next Path Career Partners

Rev. Stanley Evan Burrows

Chad Keller

Pastor, First Baptist Church of College Hill

Chief Operating Officer, Clover Investment Wealth Management

Chad Chronister Sheriff of Hillsborough County

Tony March

Michelle Clapper

Chief Executive Officer Pay It Backward Foundation Co-Founder, March Hodge Master Management

Assurance Partner, Ernst and Young

Elizabeth Dvorak Chief Executive Officer, Workscapes

Kéto Nord, BS/MIS, MBA/MIS

Managing Partner & Executive Recruiter Ferreri Search

Youth Success Grants Reviewer United Way Suncoast Consultant, Big Ideas Learning/Math FL Advisory Panel

Scott Fink

Willy Nunn

Frank Ferreri

Chief Executive Officer, Fink Auto Group Volkswagen of Wesley Chapel and Subaru of Wesley Chapel

Nicholas Glover Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy Tampa Bay Chamber

Rose Hester Registered Nurse, BayCare Hospital Client Advocate

Amy Hull President, LAMPLighters

Kurt H. Hull President, Diversified Asset Funding

President, Homes by WestBay

Kelly Ring Bulleit Former Anchor, FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Jerome Ryans President & Chief Executive Officer Tampa Housing Authority

William Schifino Managing Partner, Gunster Law

Keebler Straz President, Straz Family Foundation

Pedro Suriel Senior Vice President Diversity & Inclusion Raymond James Financial, Inc.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT

Our Educational Programs are designed to help children and families with their educational needs from infancy to early childhood to school age and teen years. These services, offered to our residents as well as families through community-based programs, are fueled by donors and by local education boards.

Metro Ministries’ innovative program, CREATE (Children’s Recreational, Education, Arts, and Therapeutic Experience) gives children a nurturing, therapeutic environment to grow, process their challenges, and learn techniques to deal with their emotions. CREATE is uniquely staffed with a group leader, Therapeutic Specialist, and Registered Behavioral Technician. The curriculum is focused on fostering development and alleviating distress.

Teen programs include Dale Carnegie Leadership, Toastmasters, employment boot camp, and social awareness seminars. Therapeutic activities and interventions for parents include baby safety, emotion coaching, infant mental health, Parent/Child+ school readiness, reading, and FLIP IT!®, a strategy to address children’s challenging behaviors.

We are grateful for the partnership of the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County, Hillsborough County Schools, Head Start/Early Head Start, Florida’s Early Learning Program, Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County, Early Learning Coalition of Pasco and Hernando, the LAMPLighters and many generous donors.

PATRICIA J. SULLIVAN

PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL In 1998, our charter school began with just one classroom, serving 28 children, making it the first school situated within a homeless shelter across the country. By 2009, it evolved into a partnership school with Hillsborough County Public Schools. Fast forward to 2016, the new Patricia J. Sullivan School was established at our MiraclePlace Campus in Tampa, providing a trauma-informed educational alternative for students from kindergarten through 5th grade. Through the collaborative efforts of parents, teachers, and committed staff, the school fosters academic achievement and nurtures social and emotional development in students.

Principal Dave McMeen and Patricia J. Sullivan

1998

FEATURED ON

PARTNER OF THE YEAR LAMPLIGHTERS

Thank you for 37 years of steadfast support to the children and families residing at Metropolitan Ministries!

Established in 1986, LAMPLighters is a ladies auxiliary group that passionately works on behalf of the children at Metropolitan Ministries and Joshua House in Tampa. Their acronym, “LAMPLighters” (Ladies Assisting Metropolitan People), reflects an unwavering commitment to addressing the needs of homeless and at-risk children and symbolizes their deep-rooted desire to illuminate the path for displaced families and guide them towards a brighter future.

LAMPLighters has provided over

$2 MILLION to support Metro’s children & families

E. EARL JETER, JR. VOLUNTEER OF

THE YEAR AWARD HONOREES

Kathleen Good Jenkins – Hillsborough County Kathleen, committed to serving since 2019, brings warmth and devotion to her service at Metro Ministries. Whether assisting at the Tampa Holiday Tent or cultivating fresh produce in our campus community garden for the Metro Market, her spirit shines bright through every task completed.

Lieutenant Zach Haisch – Pinellas County Lt. Zach exemplifies unwavering commitment to service. Beyond his duties at Safe Harbor, one of our largest meal sites, he actively collaborates with our BrigAIDe team, bridging connections between homeless clients and connecting Metro to other community resources.

Meg Powers – East Pasco County Meg has been a pillar of support, advocating tirelessly for families in need. As both a Volunteer Leader and Service Provider, she dedicates two to three days a week to helping families access vital resources and ensuring children grow up in safe, stable environments.

Scott Jackel – West Pasco County Scott has been committed to serving since 2021, contributing over 3,000 hours of service. He is a Volunteer Leader in our Metro Market where he serves five days a week. Known for his compassion, hard work, and flexibility, he dedicates himself to serving the community, always lending a helping hand.

THANK YOU

BRIDGE BUILDERS SPONSORS HOPE LAMPLighters Carl and Lyda Lindell with Lindell Investments, Inc.

INSPIRE Robert Campbell Roy and Mary Edgerton Analgesic Healthcare The Andrews Family Trust Triad Foundation

COMPASSION Gina and Eric Bailey Florida Blue Raymond James Financial

RESILIENCY Homes by WestBay M Ryan Homes LLC New York Life Insurance Chris and Laura Schellman

NEIGHBOR Amscot Financial Ernst & Young JPMorgan and Co. McNichols Co. MicroLumen, Inc.

UPLIFT Frank and Tricia Hancock ME Wilson MUFG

ACTION Adams Corp

LCG Advisors

Ataly Graphics

Sarah Leduc and Tim Jones

Atlantic Health Solutions

Christine and Jerry Long

Baker McKenzie

Tim and Valeri Marks

Carlos and Kiki Baldor

Jeff and Nancy Marple

Bank of America

Masterworks

Broadstaff Global

Andy and Maritza May

BST Global

MBS Capital Markets

Carlton Fields

Metro Ministries Ambassadors

Mike and Anne Carney

NextPath

CassCap, LLC

Oakpoint Advisors

Christopher Ligori & Associates

The Pantaleo Family

Cigna & Lockton

PepsiCo

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

Anjali Rajani and Jay Gosalia

Clover Investment Properties ColDesi, Inc.

Rays Baseball Foundation and Rowdies Soccer Fund

Creative Sign Designs

Rivero, Gordimer & Company, P.A.

Brian and Erica Damasiewicz & Rob and Cassie Kane

Rooms To Go William and Paola Schifino Gunster Law

Dimmitt Automotive Group Ellison Development Ferman Motor Car Company Susan and Frank Ferreri GTE Financial HealthEdge Investment Partners Jaime and Josh Helms Holland & Knight, LLP iApartments IC Mechanical Molly and Hunt James Johnson & Johnson Bryce Kenny Rob and Kim Lamke

*Donor/Sponsor list as of 4/12/24

Sissine’s Business Solutions Chris and Cindy Sofarelli Southern States Material Handling Spectra St. Michaels, Inc. Bretta Sullivan Suncoast Credit Union Tampa Steel Erecting Co Trenam Law USAA The Valdes Group Merrill Private Wealth Management Workscapes

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$5,000 sponsors a quality Early Learning Classroom for 1 month $1,000 sponsors 2 children to attend CREATE Summer Camp HOPE FORCE MONTHLY SUSTAINER $20/month provides 120 meals & healthy nutrition $_________ A GIFT OF YOUR CHOOSING

THANKS TO COLLABORATIVE SUPPORT FROM: Roy & Mary Edgerton with

Lynn & Bill Andrews

A MESSAGE FROM MOLLY One year of life equals 525,600 minutes. I am always moved to tears by the song that asks, “How do we measure a year in a life?” And then proposes we measure it in LOVE. This measure of LOVE is made real through Metropolitan Ministries Legacy Society members. The Legacy Society shares our belief in the power of LOVE to heal broken lives and build strong, caring communities. By including Metropolitan Ministries in their will or estate plan, this important group protects the future of our mission and leaves an enduring legacy of LOVE.

Today, I pause to honor the 232 Legacy Society members who have gone before us. It is the Foundation’s privilege and responsibility to steward their gifts in furtherance of Metropolitan Ministries’ mission. I also give thanks for the 287 Legacy Society members who consider us family and will leave what we consider the ultimate gift.

What a blessing to have you pass down your values of faith and family, today and tomorrow, and ensure Metro will always be here for hurting families! Your legacy can only be measured in LOVE.

With love,

Molly James CEO, Metropolitan Ministries Foundation

To view the Legacy Society Members, scan the QR code.

To learn more about the Foundation, please contact Molly James at Molly.James@metromin.org | (813) 209-1251

METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES FOUNDATION SUSTAINERS

This special group provides leadership gifts to support the Foundation: Anonymous

David and Millie Redmond

Tom and Diana Cornett

Dr. Martin and Ruth Silbiger

Jim and Celia Ferman

Straz Family Foundation

Dorothy Thomas Foundation

Bob Thomas Family Fund Vinik Family Foundation

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Gerry Coughlin, Chair

Elizabeth Fowler

Robert Basham

David Redmond

Preston Farrior

Martin Silbiger, MD

Reverend Morris E. Hintzman, President Emeritus

PASCO COUNTY EXPANSION Phase 1 of our Pasco expansion is near completion with the Volunteer/Family Services facility and Residential Housing planned to open in May. The new campus will double our capacity enabling us to serve even more children, families, and individuals in Pasco County and will include: NEW CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER As we serve 48 families on our campus and many more in the community, their children will have a caring, therapeutic environment to learn, grow, and process challenges.

HOUSING FOR FAMILIES More families in crisis will be safe and have access to services that help them find long term stability.

FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES By making essential resources more accessible to lower income families, we can ensure that our neighbors stay in their homes, preventing homelessness before it happens. Collaboration with partner organizations is helping us fill any gaps. * Project funded in part by the State of Florida Department of Children and Families, Pasco County, and generous donors.

THANK YOU TO OUR PASCO COUNCIL FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP & SUPPORT Connie Bladon

Dewey Mitchell

AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties

Shane Donaldson Pinnacle Home Care

Scott Fink Fink Auto Group

Kurt Hull

Willy Nunn Homes by WestBay

Drew Pittman ASAP Capital Partners, Inc.

Diversified Asset Funding

Kathryn Starkey

Kathy Hunt

Commissioner Pasco District 3

Founder of Restored Hope

George Mitchell AdventHealth Center Ice

Gary and Nikki Ubaldini Keller Williams South Florida Region

Residential Housing Community Gathering Space Kitchen & Dining Early Childhood Education Center Volunteer Engagement Center & Family Support Center

METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES EAST PASCO Metropolitan Ministries in Dade City continues to further our reach and services into the areas of highest need in East Pasco. Through our Family Support Center, we provide the following services: • Rent and utility assistance • Food and clothing assistance • Holiday assistance • Laundry and showers for the homeless

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SPECIALTY SPONSORS LUNCH SPONSOR BayCare AV SPONSOR Pay It Backward Foundation NETWORKING SPONSOR Bayshore Title, a division of LandCastle Title Group, LLC NETWORKING SPONSOR Bruce and Cindy Tigert DESSERT SPONSOR Winters & Yonkers, P.A BOOKS & BLOCKS SPONSOR Inspired Living: Assisted Living and Memory Care PROGRAM SPONSOR Bay Food Brokerage VALET/PARKING SPONSOR Not Your Mother’s Haircare Brand ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR Tampa Laundry Company

MARKETING PARTNERS We express our gratitude for the generous in-kind media support valued at over $1 million from our partners.

Effinity is a professional training program of Metropolitan Ministries that provides customized virtual and in-person trainings, retreats, and consultation for nonprofits, schools, governmental agencies, faith-based organizations, and businesses. We empower a more mindful community by supporting organizational efforts to become trauma informed and build a resilient workforce.

Scan the QR code for more information effinitytraining.org training@metromin.org

Patsy and Gene McNichols and the McNICHOLS team are grateful for the hope the staff and volunteers of Metropolitan Ministries provides Tampa Bay’s homeless and at-risk families for over 50 years.

#HopeDoesMore

866.747.0340 mcnichols.com

PATRICIA J. SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY STRING ENSEMBLE

The Patricia J. Sullivan Elementary String Ensemble includes violins, violas, and cellos. Students are focused on the development of orchestral performance techniques, musicianship, sight-reading, and ensemble skills.

The ensemble was created in November of 2023, and 10 students were accepted this year. Selection was based on demonstrated responsibility, commitment, discipline, and attendance. Students enrolled in this class have auditioned for the music teacher and have shown a real interest and motivation to be part of the orchestra.

Students learn a wide range of repertoires consisting of original, classical, pop, love, and folk arranged for chamber-size ensembles.

The philosophy of teaching for this program is the transformative power of music.

DR. FRANCISCO DIAZ Dr. Francisco Diaz, a Venezuelan musician, holds advanced degrees in violin and music education. Teaching in Hillsborough County since 2022, he’s known for his performances worldwide and roles in prestigious orchestras. Diaz has also served as a jury member and held key positions in music education programs.

Recently, he conducted the All County Orchestra of Hillsborough County Schools. He resides in Clearwater with his family.

HONORING

DAVID PIZZO

His legacy will live on through the countless hearts he touched and the many nonprofit organizations he supported.

MUFG is proud to support Metropolitan Ministries As a partner, employer, and neighbor, we are committed to building a strong future where all of us can thrive.

We are steadfast in our commitment to strive for results that ultimately propel all our communities to a better financial future.

MUFG Bank, Ltd.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group ©2024 MUFG Bank, Ltd. All rights reserved. The MUFG logo and name is a service mark of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc., and is used by MUFG Bank, Ltd., with permission.

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.

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Our programs will be known for their compassion and innovation in helping struggling families and individuals achieve their highest potential for self-sufficiency.

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Our approach to involving citizens in understanding and caring for their disadvantaged neighbors will serve as a replicable model.

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Our caregiving will be supported by an exemplary staff, high-quality facilities, dedicated volunteers, donors and collaborative partners.

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Above all, our witness will be to the power of love in healing broken lives and building strong, caring communities. #HopeDoesMore

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ANNUAL HOPE PARTNERS

Anonymous Robert and Ashley Thomas Nancy and David Iben Straz Family Foundation Jim and Jean Palermo

Fink Five Foundation, Inc. Hettinger Foundation Jack and Kathleen Hunt Jacarlene Foundation Roy and Mary Edgerton

Barbara and Franklin Carson Family Foundation Meed Foundation, Inc. Tara Jo Ruberg Spurlino Foundation

ANNUAL INSPIRE PARTNERS

Anonymous Barrett Family Foundation Danker-Basham Foundation Michael & Laura Bauer Family Foundation William and Lynn Andrews Todd and Jenny Brymer

Ellen Cotton and Kate Tiedemann Kurt and Amy Hull Robert E. Campbell Fifth Generation, Inc. Dorothy Thomas Foundation Thomas and Diana Belcher Monique and Brian Dionne

Visiting Angels Bradford and Terry Holcombe Klein Family Foundation William T. Morgan III Sunshine Health Nylah J. Thompson James P. Gills Foundation, Inc.

*Donor/Sponsor list as of 4/12/24

Tampa | MiraclePlace Campus | 2002 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602 Holiday | MiraclePlace Pasco | 3214 US-19, Holiday, FL 34691 Dade City | Metropolitan Ministries East Pasco | 13703 17th St, Dade City, FL 33525 Seffner l SabalPlace Affordable Housing Community | 3473 Aegean Sea Way, Seffner, FL 33584