Will Weatherford Spearheads $1M Fundraiser for Metropolitan Ministries for COVID-19 Response

Former Florida House Speaker Will Weatherford and his wife Courtney are spearheading a massive fundraising campaign for Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa.

The non-profit social services agency is experiencing one of the most in-demand periods it has ever faced with massive numbers of individuals out of work due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Metropolitan Ministries is trying to raise $1 million for funds to be used for food, rent and utility assistance for people in need.

The group had been scheduled to host its annual fundraising event, Bridge Builders, on Wednesday, but had to cancel due to social distancing guidelines associated with the pandemic.

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