National Breathe Free announced on June 4 that it contributed $175,000 to Metropolitan Ministries during its annual Family Reunion held May 14–15, 2026. The donation is expected to provide approximately 1,800 nights of emergency shelter for families facing homelessness and crisis in the Tampa Bay area.
The annual Family Reunion event brings together physicians, practice leaders, and healthcare professionals from across the country to collaborate and support local communities. The organization said this contribution aims to directly assist families dealing with housing insecurity, domestic challenges, job loss, and other hardships.
Through Metropolitan Ministries’ housing programs—including Hope & Uplift Hall, Miracles for Pasco, and Baldwin Family Residence—families receive emergency shelter along with case management, employment assistance, counseling, and pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency.
"Breathe Free has always believed that caring for communities extends far beyond the walls of our clinics. Supporting Metropolitan Ministries and the incredible work they do for families in need is deeply aligned with who we are as an organization. We’re honored to play even a small role in helping provide stability, hope, and shelter for those facing difficult circumstances," according to Taylor Borane, CEO of National Breathe Free. "At National Breathe Free, we believe strong communities are built through compassion, service, and leadership. Metropolitan Ministries is making a meaningful impact in the lives of families every single day, and we’re proud to support an organization creating real change where it matters most," according to Matt Ghanem, Chairman of the Board at National Breathe Free.
The organization said this partnership reflects its broader commitment to strengthening communities nationwide by investing in organizations that address critical needs such as safe housing and comprehensive support services.
