Homelessness takes different angles and affects people differently. I’m just tryin to be that answered prayer for somebody …
He was homeless as a teenager in the county he now works in. For years he did not tell anyone. The org exists because of that. Nobody had an answer for him.
The passion has been with me all my life. I just didn't know how to spread that passion. The fact that nobody's doing it was an aha moment for me. When I was at my lowest moment, hiding behind a mask, I couldn't find that outlet. I didn't know who to speak to or how to speak to that person. I didn't know there were resources.
Francky Pierre-Paul on WPTVJanuary 30, 2022Read the interview I chose to serve a population that tends to get looked over because the perspective is that they are lazy and refuse to work or they are bums, alcoholics and lack a sense of direction. I started A Different Shade of Love to show their perspective and to share their stories.
Francky Pierre-Paul, Phelps Media GroupApril 20, 2020Read the release It's all about knowing and understanding your purpose. You know, a lot of times people take their past and they try to hide it or hide behind a mask. For me, it was more so using my journey to help educate, empower, and let everybody know, 'You know, sometimes we fall on our ends. And we need that help up or that hand up.'
Francky Pierre-Paul, NewsNationFebruary 1, 2022Read the segment I started to change my way of thinking and made a small pivot on my journey which led me here. I used to be ashamed to tell my story, but it has molded me and shaped me to be who I am today!
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 2, 2022 For 2022 the focus is building and continuing to change the narrative surrounding homelessness in our communities
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 6, 2022
Homelessness is not just physical, it is also mental. In order to understand one's perspective, you have to be willing to open up your heart and lend an ear so you can allow their stories to speak to you. The goal is to reach out and provide a reason to live again.
Francky Pierre-Paul, Phelps Media GroupApril 20, 2020Read the release What I've realized about our homeless neighbors on the street is that they're voiceless and it's because of us in the community. We tell them you're not allowed to do this, or you're not allowed to do that.
Francky Pierre-Paul on CBS12January 17, 2022Read the story We need to be more aware about the surroundings. We have a lot of people that are on the streets that still working nine to five. They just can't pay a rent they can't afford.
Francky Pierre-Paul, NewsNationFebruary 1, 2022Read the segment The heat index is hot, and we have a warning for everybody. But we tend to forget those who are sleeping on the streets, sleeping on the concrete we walk on every single day.
Francky Pierre-Paul on WPTVAugust 9, 2023Read the story Family,
Meet Mr. Williams
He is a 77year old homeless neighbor who is peacefully living on the streets, but actually in his van!
A Different Shade Of Love on Facebook I am inspired by the will to LIVE! … At the end of the day, they fight to just LIVE. They persevere and fight through all the adversity. I am truly inspired and honored to serve the homeless population.
Francky Pierre-Paul, Shoutout MiamiJuly 29, 2020Read the interview Although I was once there once upon a time, they remind me daily to count my blessings and remember where I used to be.
Francky Pierre-Paul, Shoutout MiamiJuly 29, 2020Read the interview She gave me the most energy and behind it all she was broken (emotionally)
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookJanuary 30, 2022 Women experiencing homelessness most of the time have it HARD especially during times of the month where these essential items are necessary and needed the MOST!
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookJanuary 31, 2022
Faith runs through all of it.
It's a Blessing to be a BLESSING
One Man did change the World and "HE" (YAHWEH) LIVES In Me ! What a beautiful story .
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramNovember 23, 2025See the post I know the story behind the picture.
I know the sacrifices behind the accomplishments.
I know the nights nobody saw.
I know the moments I questioned whether any of it mattered.
And somehow, YAHWEH kept reminding me: keep going.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramAugust 29, 2026See the post YAHWEH,
May all that I do come from a deeper love for You.
Not for applause, not for recognition,
not for validation from people
but from a heart that truly seeks You first.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on ThreadsMay 8, 2026See the post Know how many people told me NO
I ain't change up I stuck to the Code
Kept on diggin' and stuck GOLD
This is the Greatest Story EVER Told
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramDecember 16, 2025See the post Thank you to everyone who should love and tapped in with your boy this year
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramNovember 25, 2025See the post
He goes to the police calls and the city meetings.
“I understand officer, but let me explain”
The Cops were called on an elderly homeless neighbor and of course I got the call and rush to his aide.
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 26, 2022 Advocacy is standing in the Gap and educating our law enforcement agencies on why our homeless neighbors are out here and HOW we can make their transition off the streets a much easier process.
ARRESTING them is NOT the solution and trespassing them is also not an option.
We have to be at the table in order to help change the narrative.
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 26, 2022 I LOVE what I Do - Tru Story!
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 18, 2022 You ever tossed and turned at night because you didn’t have the right pillow or a pillow at all to make your sleep a little better!?
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 18, 2022 The tribe is getting bigger. In the moment of pandemic, we're not scared. We're asking how can we come together to help.
Francky Pierre-Paul on WPTVApril 16, 2020Read the story Covid 19 has been a major contribution to the spike in homelessness in our Country and we see and here the stories worldwide.
The face of Homelessness has changed and I am here to be that pillar that helps curve and create ideas, solutions and partnerships with likeminded individuals !!!
A Different Shade Of Love on FacebookFebruary 1, 2022 We ALL EAT!!! 🤞🏾❤️
A Different Shade Of Love on Facebook Today we serviced 194 beautiful souls at our Community Health Fair Event .
A Different Shade Of Love on Facebook Some Days were rough where I heard stories of individuals wanting to kill themselves because they were fed up.
While the world stood still, I allowed The Most High to use me as His vessel to feed, clothe, empower, cry with, laugh with, ''THE TRIBE''
A Different Shade Of Love on YouTubeMay 16, 2020Watch the film Family, We had the opportunity to send 20 of our members on an experience they’ll never forget. 🌊🐢
It's only been one week and we've made HIStory ! 🌊🐢♻️
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramJuly 15, 2026See the post
It was demoralizing. I hated it, and I hated myself.
I don’t want to be the brightest person in the room. I want to be the reason somebody else realizes they can shine too. Most Deff ! !
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramAugust 29, 2026See the post Take YOUR time.
This world will make you feel like you have to have everything figured out by 20, be successful by 25, own a home by 30, and never make a mistake along the way. But life is not a race. It is a journey.
Stop carrying burdens that were never assigned to you. Some of you are worrying about tomorrow while still trying to survive today.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramJune 15, 2026See the post The very first time I fell in love with music was during one of the lowest moments of my life. Music spoke to me when I couldn’t find the words. It leveled me, gave me an outlet, and gave me a place to simply be FREE.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramSeptember 14, 2026See the post My number ONE rule has always been simple at the Club :
NO BULLYING. EVER.
The words we choose have the power to build confidence or break someone’s spirit.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramAugust 1, 2026See the post But truthfully…
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramAugust 29, 2026See the post
L🫶🏾V3 🦅🪽
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramSeptember 6, 2026See the post Can't forget @_jiggyjames_ @womgofficial
Appreciate the backpacks
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramSeptember 4, 2026See the post Fatherhood is so much bigger than the big moments. Sometimes it’s as simple as giving your daughter her very first pedicure because she said her feet were hurting.
So I locked in. 😂 Was I a professional? Absolutely not. Will I get better? Definitely. But seeing her smile made every awkward minute worth it.
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramJuly 16, 2026See the post Slow and STEADY !
@iamfranckypierrepaul on InstagramAugust 17, 2026See the post 40 DayZ and 40 NightZ 🤞🏾🔐 !
@iamfranckypierrepaul on ThreadsJuly 13, 2026See the post Showing love in Different Shades 🪽
@iamfranckypierrepaul on ThreadsMay 15, 2026See the post
His own graphics
The short film
Tent City, in the first spring of COVID.
He made this in May 2020, in John Prince Park, when the population at Tent City grew to almost 200. It is the neighbors he serves telling their own stories.
The invitation
If you see somebody holding up a sign, instead of pulling out money out your pocket, have a conversation and ask them their name.
Give an hour or a bag of clothes
From Glory to GLORY