We are a grass roots organization working to cultivate community, alleviate suffering and eradicate poverty in Tampa. We are fighting poverty on many fronts; creating pathways out of poverty through stable housing, further education and economic opportunity. All of our work is wholistic, incorporating the physical and spiritual aspects of life. God is our source, our provider, our joy and strength. These are our 3 main programs:
1) PETRA – emergency bridge housing for moms and children who would otherwise be homeless where we provide a place of refuge. We have served over 120 people in Petra House since 2015
2) CARE – suffering is alleviated in our Drop-In center and our Free Boutique. In Care we serve over 1000 unduplicated people a year.
3) WOVEN - Strengthening Families and Nurturing Children. We collaborate with families to provide person-centered and strengths-based family support program - mentoring, educational workshops, and tangible assistance for basic needs. We nurture children's development and potenial by instilling positive social and emotional skills. This includes a summer camp (Just Kids Week) and a weekly event where the children learn and grow together.
To give by Check:
Just Initiative, P.O. Box 75291, Tampa, FL 33675
Other methods:
- Zelle - julie@justinitiative.com
- Cashapp - $TampaJust
- Venmo - @TampaJust