$5 million award fuels new housing, health, and stability services for families facing homelessness in Miami-Dade and Broward
In a city as vibrant as Miami—where Little Havana’s murals, downtown’s skyline, and Miami Beach’s shoreline tell stories of possibility—not every family has a safe place to sleep at night. That’s why a major new investment in South Florida is making headlines. Care Resource, a community health center with clinics in Midtown Miami, Little Havana, Miami Beach, and Fort Lauderdale, has been awarded a $5 million grant from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund to support families experiencing homelessness in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
A transformative grant for housing, stability, and hope
This landmark grant—one of the largest in Care Resource’s history—will be used over the next five years to expand emergency housing support, strengthen case management, and connect families to long-term housing solutions. The goal is simple but powerful: make sure no child in our community sleeps outside.
By pairing housing assistance with access to primary care, behavioral health, and social services, Care Resource is tackling the root causes of homelessness, not just the symptoms. Leaders like Francisco Gomez, Director of Housing Services, and Rafael Jimenez, Chief Social Services Officer, emphasize that families need more than a roof—they need stability, wraparound support, and a chance to rebuild their lives close to work, schools, and extended family.
Why this matters for Miami’s neighborhoods
For communities across South Florida—from Little Havana and Coral Gables to downtown and Fort Lauderdale—this funding means more families can stay connected to the neighborhoods they know and love. The Bezos Day 1 Families Fund selected Care Resource as part of a national cohort of organizations leading innovative, compassionate responses to family homelessness. That recognition puts Miami on the map as a place where local organizations are working on “needle-moving” solutions, not quick fixes.
As Miami continues to grow and evolve, investments like this help ensure that progress doesn’t leave our most vulnerable families behind. To stay informed about stories that shape our city, subscribe to the Calle Ocho News newsletter for ongoing coverage of Miami events, community resources, and local impact. And if your business or agency wants to reach Miami’s diverse, multicultural audience while supporting meaningful storytelling, contact Pressnet Corp. for advertising opportunities.
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