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Hope South Florida and Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale Join Together to Address Homelessness in
Community – FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida — (Wednesday, May 23, 2023) —

Hope South Florida, a leading organization dedicated to helping the homeless from crisis to independence,
is thrilled to announce its partnership with Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, a church dedicated to reaching
the vulnerable in South Florida with compassion and support. This new collaboration will focus on caring for
mothers and children in crisis, as it aims to address the critical issue of homelessness in Broward County by
providing comprehensive solutions that uplift and empower individuals who need support.

By combining resources, knowledge, and expertise, Hope South Florida and Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
will significantly amplify their impact and make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals experiencing
homelessness.

By combining resources, knowledge, and expertise, Hope South Florida and Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
will significantly amplify their impact and make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals experiencing
homelessness.

“According to the Broward County Homelessness Initiative, there are over 7,000 individuals considered
homeless in our midst. Many of those individuals make up the more than 900 families who need
permanent, self-sustainable housing,” said Pastor George Rich, Hope South Florida’s Director of Operations.
“We are very pleased to have Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale join us in meeting the needs of the most
vulnerable in our community.”

With its longstanding commitment to serving the community, Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale is eager
about this partnership’s opportunities.

“Our faith calls us to love and care for our neighbors, and this partnership with Hope South Florida
aligns perfectly with our mission,” said Doug Sauder, Lead Pastor at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale.
“By working together, we can fulfill the gospel commission and provide hope, dignity, and tangible
solutions to those facing homelessness in our community.”

This partnership is a testament to the power of community engagement and demonstrates how
organizations and faith communities can unite to address complex social issues. By coming together,
Hope South Florida and Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale will work so those experiencing homelessness
can access the necessary tools and supportive services to break the cycle of homelessness and achieve
permanent, self-sustainable housing.

About Hope South Florida
Hope South Florida exists to provide hope for the homeless and hurting through housing, case management,
support services, and strategic alliances.

About Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale
Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale and its regional campuses across South Florida exist to connect people to
God, people to people, and people to outreach. In addition to teaching biblical principles for all aspects of
life, they actively engage in outreach efforts to serve the community and support those in need.