ending homelessness
One family at a time
JUST PROGRAMS
Petra House is an emergency bridge housing program that provides a safe and peaceful environment for women and their children (under 11 years old) who are facing homelessness. This residential program supports up to three families at a time, accommodating a maximum of 12 individuals. With a focus on education as a pathway out of poverty, Petra House empowers residents to build brighter futures for themselves and their children.
The WE Program collaborates with families who have children up to 8th grade, offering personalized, strengths-based case management, mentoring, educational workshops, and tangible support for basic needs. Through the WE Program, families find stability, reduce stress, and strengthen their support networks.
Primarily funded by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County.
In Community Care, we work to alleviate suffering, build community, and support individual and family stabilization and growth, helping people on their journey out of poverty. Our services begin with meeting basic needs and extend to fostering personal development through our Free Boutique and Drop-In Center
JUST HOUSING
Just Housing is a Rapid Rehousing Program that helps vulnerable families and individuals in Hillsborough County transition out of homelessness. By providing housing assistance, income support, and other resources, the program empowers participants to achieve greater stability and rebuild their lives​.
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​Funded by a State of Florida Challenge Plus grant through THHI.
JUST CAREERS
​Just Careers is a limited-time program designed to recruit, screen, and train eligible parents for a career in the child care industry. This paid program allows participants to support their families financially while gaining education, training, credentials, and on-the-job experience for their new career.
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Funded by the Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County
The Zone is dedicated to supporting Just Kids, focusing on the whole child by addressing literacy, safety and health, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and basic needs. The Zone also offers a summer camp and a comprehensive Back to School program. It serves children ages 2 through 5th grade in specific zip codes.
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Funded by the Children's Board of Hillsborough County.
RESTORING HOPE
Watch this video to hear from our Founder and Director, as well as one mother's journey at Petra House.
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Drop In Center & Offices: 3309 N 15th St, Tampa, FL 33605
Mailing Address: PO Box 75291, Tampa, FL 33675
(813) 803-0220 - info@justinitiative.com
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