It was an honor to attend the grand reopening of the Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College Miami Dade College, a powerful symbol of hope, history, and resilience. It was wonderful to see the community come together to celebrate what is the “Ellis Island” of Miami. Thank you to Miami Dade

Congratulations to the graduates of The Children's Trust Academy Small Community-Based Organizations (CBO) Capacity Building initiative! 👏🎓 James R. Haj James R. Haj, President & CEO of The Children’s Trust, was in attendance to personally congratulate the graduates and

Proud to see the continued progress of the Miami-Dade Soccer Initiative, a powerful cross-sector partnership expanding access to safe, inclusive play spaces for youth. We are proud to work alongside partners like Griffin Catalyst, Miami-Dade County, and the US Soccer Foundation to build

Shanah Tovah to all who celebrate! Wishing your family a peaceful and wonderful Rosh Hashanah and a happy new year filled with happiness, love, and renewal.

Wishing all who observe Yom Kippur a meaningful time of reflection and compassion. May this sacred day bring meaningful new beginnings to you and your families as you look ahead to the year with hope and purpose. G’mar Chatimah Tova.

It was inspiring to see so many community leaders unite at the Miami-Dade County Fiscal Cliff Meeting, sharing a common goal to discuss and address the urgent challenges families face in our community. The conversation was forward-thinking and solution-driven, with a commitment

Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 Champions for Children Awards Ceremony! 🌟 ‼️ We are accepting nominations for the David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award and the Excellence in Youth Leadership Award, honoring individuals who have demonstrated notable achievement and

Miami’s civic & business leaders came together today for the Leadership Local Progress Report — united by a shared mission to build a more prosperous, inclusive Miami. 💙At Miami Dade College, every $1 invested yields $11 in lifetime earnings — driving Miami’s $5B annual economic impact.

Thank you to the Miami Herald and Greenberg Traurig Greenberg Traurig LLP for hosting today’s Economic Mobility Summit, bringing together leaders who are committed to creating lasting change for families across Miami-Dade County. It was an honor to serve as a panelist and contribute to a

We were honored to have Miami-Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz join our Board meeting! Sheriff Cordero-Stutz highlighted the importance of prevention, supporting children and families affected by trauma, and recognized the dedication of our providers. Together, we’re

Congratulations to The Children's Trust President and CEO, James R. Haj! 👏 James R. Haj We’re proud to share that he has been recognized in the 2025 edition of the Florida 500 for his leadership in the philanthropy/ nonprofits category. The Florida 500 is a special publication

Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Spooky Symphony. The talent and energy of the Greater Miami Youth Symphony and the Alhambra Orchestra were truly inspiring, delivering yet another outstanding performance. Special thanks to The Moss Center for hosting this memorable

Returning to WR Thomas Middle School W. R. Thomas MS, my alma mater, was a meaningful experience, and on Halloween, it made the visit even more memorable. Thank you to Principal Giovanna Handal, the administrative team, and all staff for their warm welcome and commitment to supporting

The childrenstrust hosted its annual virtual provider meeting, bringing together our staff and dedicated network of over 530 Trust-funded programs professionals to share innovative strategies and best practices to improve the lives of our children and families in our community.

Happy Veterans Day to all veterans in the United States Armed Forces. Today, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who are serving and have served our country with bravery and dedication. Thank you for your service and the sacrifices you and your families have made to protect

It was a wonderful day at the Miami Book Fair with an incredible turnout. We’re grateful to all the children and families, The Children’s Trust board members, and community leaders who joined us for the festivities and visited our Book Club activation in Children’s Alley. The

🎉 Congratulations to our President & CEO, James Haj! James R. Haj Thank you, Leadership Florida Leadership Florida, for recognizing and celebrating James’ achievement. This recognition highlights his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of children and families across

Planning for life after high school starts today. Thank you, Miami’s Community Newspapers Miami's Community Newspapers, for allowing us to share practical steps and resources to help students prepare for success beyond graduation. From exploring career pathways and college readiness to

On this special day, we extend heartfelt gratitude to our families and friends, our dedicated board members, the incredible team at The Children’s Trust, our committed providers, and the children and families we serve. Your unwavering commitment to improving the lives of children

Today, our beautiful community came out to celebrate Dave Lawrence. His vision, leadership, and heart have deeply touched children and families in our community, state, and nation. Dave’s tireless work for early education has helped shape a caring community where everyone can