As if really necessary, another reminder was provided as to why Pinellas Hope, Catholic Charities’ emergency homeless shelter for 250 men and women located in Pinellas Park, has embarked on a $1.5 million fundraising initiative to transition from its current tents to Hope Cottages™ for its residents. In the early

After being with Pinellas Hope from its start, beloved night shift employee, Lloyd Diez, called it quits! We will forever be grateful to Lloyd – and his lovely girlfriend, Durbin Lea, who accepted his “Second Shift” hours all this time – for his years of loving service to the residents

Catholic Charities is introducing an innovative temporary shelter concept for the homeless residents of Pinellas Hope (5726 126th Ave. North, Clearwater, just south of Ulmerton west of 49th Street). These incredible units, branded Hope Cottages, provide a significant step-up in helping the homeless rebuild their lives.  This exciting concept was conceived

Becoming Homeless “Waking up in the gutter with no one to ask for help…it’s the worst feeling in the world.” Jason Balogh grew up in New York City feeling unloved by his father. Emotionally, and often physically abused, he grew distant from his parents, older brother, and sister. He sought

The much awaited Pinellas Hope pizza party was a huge success! Born from the friendly wager between our very own Bishop Robert N. Lynch and Archbishop Blase Cupinich of the Archdiocese of Chicago, our residents dined on authentic Chicago deep dish pizza donated by the famous Lou Malnati’s pizzeria. The