Wimauma

The “On The Ground” program helps to tell the story of the people, projects and innovations that are creating “what’s next” for communities. The program helps increase the communications capacity of the organizations and nonprofits working in the area. The intended impact is for additional “solutions-oriented” media coverage, engagement and ultimately understanding of the community, resulting in awareness and investments that can contribute to the vitality and prosperity of the district.

Tonia Hutchins readies fresh veggies for heating in industrial size steamers.

Tampa Meals on Wheels expands, delivering faster and farther

Meals on Wheels of Tampa expands services to more neighborhoods in east and south Hillsborough to meet needs.

Alyse Trent, 2021 ACHC Grantee, working on soldering in one of the classes she used her grant money for.
How to win grants: Top tips from winning artists and resources on how to write your best application

The window of opportunity for local Hillsborough County artists to win grants for professional development from the Arts Council runs from July 19 to August 6. 

A home built out of 2 shipping containers under construction in West Tampa is an example of "Missing Middle'' housing.
Video story: Solving the Missing Middle housing crisis

Closing the "Missing Middle'' gap in housing to restore neighborhoods for moderate and middle-income families is top of mind for local planners. 

Ben Cardoso was the 2020 Tampa Hispanic Heritage Poster Contest Winner with his piece titled, "The Children are Our Future.''
Hello, Tampa! Tampa Hispanic Heritage wants your creative ideas

The theme of Tampa Hispanic Heritage's 35th Annual Poster Contest is “Traditions in Hispanic Culture.”

Wholesome Church is a COVID-19 testing site in Wimauma.
Wholesome Community Ministries taps faith, fundraising to create wellness hub in south Hillsborough

The Keeping the Promise fundraising campaign in Wimauma is appealing for donations to help build out a holistic place of faith and wellness serving low-income families in South Hillsborough as part of Wholesome Community Ministries. Read how you can help.

Video story: Designing communities for health equity

Well-designed communities appeal to people of all incomes, demographics, and cultural backgrounds for lots of reasons, none more important than their own health and that of their families.

The Healthy 22nd Street Initiative promotes gardening as a solution to food insecurity in East Tampa.
Healthy 22nd Street brings boxes of hope to food deserts in East Tampa

A keen sense of urgency surrounding growing food insecurity and a few determined souls are stepping up to cultivate community and individual gardens in Hillsborough County's low-income neighborhoods like East Tampa.  

About 3,600 certified clients use the services of Flex and Para van services.
New HART vans help those with disabilities better utilize public transportation

HART, Hillsborough County's public transit authority, continues to expand services for people with special needs using smaller, more fuel-efficient vans on certain routes.

Dig deep for #GivingTuesday2020 in Tampa Bay

Small donations from thousands of people could add up to a major impact on Tampa Bay Area nonprofits and charitable organizations struggling to make ends meet this year during the pandemic.

Vision Zero video story: How you can avoid death, injuries

Excess speed is a leading cause of injuries and death in traffic crashes in Hillsborough County, in Florida, and across the nation. This video illustrates why it is such a big factor.

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