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Empowering lives & transforming communities: Together, we nurture hope and create pathways to empower those impacted by homelessness, addiction, human trafficking, and poverty.

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!

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Hours: 10am to 3pm

2210 E Columbus Dr

Tampa FL 33605

Phone: (813) 252-7009

We can help you with clothes, hygiene, shoes, Narcan, GED sign up, additional community resources, and much more. Please drop by!

We ask that physical donations be brought during open hours. We appreciate you!

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The Lotus Coalition is dedicated to addressing the complex challenges faced by individuals impacted by homelessness, addiction, human trafficking, and poverty. We strive to break the cycle of vulnerability and create pathways to stability, empowerment, and a brighter future for those in need.

THE CHALLENGES WE FACE

POVERTY & HOMELESSNESS

  • Overall homelessness increased by 18 percent in 2024 from the previous year.

  • 20.4% of the total homeless population of Florida is chronically homeless.

  • Approximately 12% to 12.6% of Florida's population lives below the federal poverty level, with rates fluctuating by county, from 5.6% to over 27%. Roughly 47% of households are either in poverty or classified as ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), struggling to afford basic necessities like housing and food. 

     3.129 million people in Florida live in poverty.

    Of that number, 901,772 are under the age of 18

    https://www.flchamber.com

ADDICTION

  • In 2020, fentanyl led to the highest number of drug-related deaths in Florida, accounting for 5,302 fatalities. This was followed by cocaine, which caused 2,400 deaths, and ethyl alcohol, which resulted in 1,389 deaths.

  • There are 847 active drug rehab treatment facilities in Florida. 

    13 facilities in Florida offer free drug rehab treatment for all patients.

    Olympic Behavioral health

HUMAN TRAFFICKING

  • 1,146 signals were received were from victims or survivors of human trafficking in Florida

HOW THE LOTUS COALITION IS UNIQUELY POSITIONED TO SUCCESSFULLY ADDRESS THESE PROBLEMS:

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Collaboration Efforts and Community Partners
Long-standing Roles in the Community
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Resilience and Volunteer Groups
Expertise and Experience
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Dedication and Commitment

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​“It is important for people to know that no matter what lies in their past, they can overcome the dark side and press on to a brighter world.”- Dave Pelzer

Contact Us

Please reach out to us if you have any questions or would like to Volunteer, Donate, and/or become a Sponsor with the Lotus Coalition. We want to hear from you!

Email
info@lotusvibe.org

Phone:(813) 802-1458