South Florida loses a champion for children in Gustavo ‘Gus’ Barreiro
Gustavo “Gus” Barreiro, a four-term Florida state representative and the elder statesman of the Barreiro political family in Miami-Dade County, passed away Friday,... Read more.
The Children’s Trust honors 2019 Champions for Children
For the past 14 years The Children’s Trust and hundreds of people of all ages from all over the county have come together to celebrate at Jungle Island the unparalleled... Read more.
It takes a village to raise a daughter successfully
Lashunda Martin, a parent, knows first hand that it really takes a village to raise children in her community. She is so grateful for the village — in the form... Read more.
Passionate local change agents honored by The Children’s Trust
The Children’s Trust recently celebrated the unparalleled achievements of local trailblazers who are improving the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade... Read more.
MDC’s Miami Book Fair to celebrate its 35th anniversary Nov. 11-18
Miami Dade College’s (MDC) acclaimed Miami Book Fair, the nation’s finest and largest literary gathering, will celebrate its 35th anniversary, Nov. 11-18, at... Read more.
Knight New Work Miami to invest $500,000 in the performing arts
Building on the momentum that has made Miami one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the nation, Knight Foundation will invest $500,000 in an open call for... Read more.
Children collect thousands of books for community
During 2017-18, the Miami-Dade community came together to share the love of reading by providing children from the community the opportunity to select and keep free... Read more.
The Children’s Trust announces $84 million in annual grant awards for next five years
Reaffirming its commitment to serving children and families in Miami-Dade, The Children’s Trust has announced grant awards for school health clinics, parenting... Read more.
NWD Projects to present third National Water Dance, Apr. 14
The third bi-annual National Water Dance is scheduled for Saturday, Apr. 14, 4 p.m., at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, 747 Crandon Blvd., Key... Read more.
Congressman John Lewis discusses Civil Rights movement with students
An afternoon with Congressman John Lewis discussing the Civil Rights Movement: Looking Back, Marching Forward, sponsored by The Children’s Trust, took place... Read more.