June 18, 2025

The Trust Launches "In Conversation With" Podcast; Check it Out!*

Miami-Dade is facing big challenges. We're tackling them head-on. The Children's Trust, in partnership with Miami's Community Newspapers, presents "In Conversation With." The new six-part series, launched June 2, dives into key issues affecting our community and reveals how The Children's Trust and its partners are driving tangible solutions. Tune in every Monday through July 7 to see how we're building a better Miami-Dade. Check out the first three episodes below: 

Project Rise: Summer Program Success Course Available in Trust Academy LMS*

Is the upcoming summer session your first? Or your 100th? Either way, Project RISE's "Summer Program Success" course will provide best practices and tips to make it the best one yet. Learn how to create supportive and structured routines, minimize summer learning loss with engaging activities, and keep children safe and physically active in all kinds of weather. This course is available 24/7 for you to take at your convenience in the Trust Academy LMS.

Join Us! Industry Day Innovative Solution for Client Relationship and Contract Management*

The Children's Trust is seeking guidance from experts to provide one solution that will handle client relationship management (CRM) and contract lifecycle management.  

Industry Day allows qualified vendors to share insights on new and emerging technologies for managing client interactions and contacts, aiming to enhance efficiency and accountability within the organization. The system will oversee ongoing interactions and deliverables throughout the duration of a client relationship. Attendees provide The Children’s Trust staff with guidance and share best practices that may inform a future competitive solicitation for a comprehensive platform.  

Industry Day: Innovative Solution for Client Relationship and Contract Management  

July 24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 

Virtual Event: Please register using the link below to attend.

Help Shape a Better Miami-Dade for Women; Take Survey!

The HER Miami Survey, led by YWCA South Florida and FIU’s Jorge M. Pérez Metropolitan Center, aims to better understand the experiences and challenges women face in our community. Your voice matters—your feedback will help inform services, policies, and opportunities that support women across the county. The survey is confidential and takes just 10 minutes to complete.

In September 2024, The Children’s Trust awarded YWCA South Florida an innovation grant to begin conceptualizing the development of HER Miami, a project aimed at improving gender-focused information and resources for women. The end goal of this work is to create a centralized platform that brings together opportunity, community, and support to ensure all women and their families can improve their lives in an accessible, coordinated, and simple manner.

New Demographic Forms Coming Soon to Trust Central

The Children's Trust is excited to share that updated Child/Youth and Adult Demographics Forms will soon be available on the website! These refreshed forms are designed to help us better understand the individuals and communities that The Trust serves and should go into effect in Trust Central on August 1.

More information and instructions will be shared once the forms go live—stay tuned!

The Children's Trust Leadership Academy 2025-26 Application Open!

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Join Leadership Academy, a 9-month program that includes live subject matter expert-designed sessions, peer groups and 360-degree assessment! The Academy starts on September 16, and is a professional development program for supervisory-level leaders in Trust-funded programs to move to the next level of personal and professional growth. Submit your application by July 14. Apply below:

YWCA Trainings

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders*

Join our executive roundtable for nonprofit leaders. Gain insights into strategic communications, engage diverse stakeholders, and exchange ideas with peers. Tackle challenges and position your nonprofit as a confident leader. Through impactful exercises and discussions, you’ll explore ways to align with priorities and enhance your approach to engaging your community. Sessions start on July 17.

Supervisors Social Emotional Wellness Community of Practice*

Welcome to our dynamic community of supervisors! Engage in dialogue, share experiences, and collaborate to empower your team. Cultivate a workplace culture that thrives on social and emotional wellness. Learn strategies to support your employees and enhance their overall well-being. Sessions start on June 26.

Using Racial Literacy to Promote Trust at Work*

Join 'Using Racial Literacy to Promote Trust at Work'—a dynamic peer learning series! Commit to 2 engaging sessions, held once a week, to explore Racial Literacy and practical tools for building workplace trust. Experience a blend of large group insights and small group discussions for a personalized approach. Dive into storytelling, journaling, and debates while connecting with peers and the Community Learning Coalition! Sessions start on July 16.

Skillbuild Powered by Breakthrough Miami Training

Unlock the Power of Proactive Learning Environments 

Are you ready to transform your approach to youth development? This course empowers youth development professionals with the tools and strategies to create dynamic, proactive learning environments. By building strong community connections and fostering partnerships with families, local organizations, and stakeholders, you’ll help drive student growth and success in meaningful ways.

What You’ll Gain:

• Proven Frameworks for Proactive Learning: Learn how key principles like responsibility, respect, and intrinsic motivation shape youth behavior and enhance learning environments.
• The Power of a Positive Environment: Discover how a strong classroom culture boosts youth development, based on cutting-edge research and real-world examples.
• Actionable Strategies for Immediate Impact: Walk away with practical tools to address challenges, reinforce social-emotional skills, and inspire mutual respect and responsibility in your youth participants.

This is your chance to take a proactive approach to youth development and make a lasting impact. Don’t miss out—[register below]

Innovating Youth Programming Through Creativity and Engagement Course

Youth development professionals can now sign up for this exciting e-course! Learn how to bring innovation, creativity, and engagement into your programming by developing original activities that reflect the passions and perspectives of youth.

You'll learn:

• Innovation Foundations: Learn research-backed frameworks to enhance youth participation and program impact.
• Engagement Strategies: Explore real-world examples and avoid common design pitfalls.
• Assessment Tools: Access resources to evaluate and improve your programs with creative, hands-on activities.

Hundreds of kids and teens in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties are in need of safe, loving homes through no fault of their own due to abuse, neglect and/or abandonment. Citrus Family Care Network is looking for people who want to change the life of a child. Open your home and your heart, "Become a Foster Parent."



For more information call 1.855.786.KIDS (5437), or Kimberly Lopez at 786.562.8758, email klopez@citrusfcn.com, or visit:

The Children's Trust is proud of the hundreds of organizations, businesses and entities that make up our Provider Network. To that end, we will be periodically highlighting them in a section of our Weekly Provider Bulletin simply named Provider Spotlight. See the impact of the work of your fellow providers and to submit an organization for consideration, nominate them in the Provider Bulletin form, with the following information: Name, Services Provided, With Trust Since, Website/Contact Information, Communities Served, and Number of Sites.

Learn more about The Trust's providers in our special weekly social media posts entitled Trust Tuesday (#TrustTuesday)

Future Leaders Academy

This week, we’re featuring Future Leaders Academy, an early childhood education center dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential from infancy through elementary school. With highly trained and certified teachers carefully selected to support each child’s intellectual growth, Future Leaders Academy offers age-specific programs, thoughtfully designed play areas, and personalized learning spaces that create an ideal environment for young learners. Learn more about Future Leaders Academy and their programs by visiting www.futureleadersacademy.us.

Knight Foundation: Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund*

The Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund aims to support artists and arts organizations in Knight communities by providing them with the necessary tools to expand the use of technology in their work and engage audiences in innovative ways. Funding decisions for the Knight Art + Tech Expansion Fund will be made based on the applicants’ demonstrated capacity to use technology to increase the impact and reach of their work. Apply below:

Nasdaq Foundation Grant Program for Under-ResOurced Communities *

Driven by Nasdaq’s Purpose to advance economic progress for all, the Nasdaq Foundation works with organizations that promote & support under-resourced communities by reimagining investor engagement and equipping communities with the financial knowledge needed to share in the wealth that markets create. The Quarterly Grant Program allows it to move nimbly to fund & help scale programs that align with the Foundation's mission. Deadline to apply is August 1. Apply below:

NEXT for Autiusm Grant Cycle *

Through its grants program, NEXT for AUTISM empowers autistic-led and community-based initiatives to create meaningful change in four focus areas:

• Work: Enhancing employment opportunities for autistic adults.
• Home: Improving living environments for autistic individuals.
• Social Engagement: Fostering connections, friendships, and community integration.
• Health & Well-being: Promoting access to healthcare, mental health support, and wellness resources for autistic individuals.

First-time grantees may apply for up to $10,000, while returning grantees are eligible to request up to $25,000. Grant application deadline is July 27.

Hunger to Health Collaboratory Prizes for Innovation *

Recognizing innovative and systemic food and nutrition programs advancing youth health equity in the U.S., the Hunger to Health Collaboratory (H2HC) is calling for applications for its 2025 Prizes for Innovation. It will award two (2) $100,000 prizes to organizations advancing health equity in America for youth through food and nutrition policy change. New this year, in collaboration with Newman’s Own Foundation, it will also award four (4) $25,000 prizes to organizations working in nutrition education and school food and Indigenous food justice for youth. Deadline to apply is July 1.

Performing Arts Funding Grant Program

ETC supports the arts throughout the United States by awarding cash grants to non-profit performance groups. Grants are modest and limited to a maximum of $5,000 in order to distribute funding to a greater number of worthy organizations. Preference is given to organizations producing their own work rather than to hosting venues. Applying and meeting qualifications does not guarantee an award. The Committee typically receives many more applications than can be funded. ETC may partially fund any application at its discretion.

Eligibility Requirements:

To apply for funding, applicants must be based in the United States and meet one of the following:

A 501(c)(3) non-profit residing in the United States. Accredited public or private school/university residing in the United States. Federal, state, or local government as defined in section 170 (c) of the IRS service code. Deadline to apply is August 31. For more information and to apply click below:

Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children’s Mental Health Grants

The Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children’s Mental Health was created to address a serious and growing problem for the next generation. With the Innovation Awards, we hope to further this goal by identifying and advancing new, impactful ways to help address mental illness in children and young adults.

This initiative invites U.S.-based 501(c)(3) public charities with an annual total revenue under $5 million to submit innovative ideas for advancing children’s mental health. There are two award categories: the Innovation Awards ($100,000 each) which are open to all, and the Next Gen Innovation Awards ($25,000 - $50,000 each) which are open to nonprofits founded and/or led by leaders under 32 years old, with more than two years in operation. Up to $550,000 in grants are provided and select applicants are invited to join the Leadership Learning Series. Deadline to apply is July 7.

Transform at Student's Future by Becoming an SEO Mentor

SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that transforms public high school students into college graduates. SEO Scholars successfully educates and mentors students to and through college. 100% of Scholars are accepted into four-year colleges, 85% of Scholars graduate with a Bachelor’s degree, and 80% are first-generation college graduates. 

The goal of our Mentor Program is to ensure each of our scholars becomes a competitive college applicant and confident aspiring professional. It matches small groups of 10th grade scholars (3-4) with a mentor to get the guidance and tools needed to help them throughout this exploratory year. Mentors will support their students with (1) career-building skills, (2) college and career exploration, and (3) building their network. They are looking for mentors from the Miami area to support a dedicated and hardworking Scholar throughout their 10th-grade year.

FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (YMHFA) is a 6.5-hour course that aims to increase understanding of mental health by educating individuals about the onset of mental health problems & addictions, as well as helping recognize the early signs of mental health problems amongst the youth. The upcoming session will be held on June 26 at Chase Bank (Little Havana Community Center)- 1901 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL, 33135 from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Email hayly@hopeformiami.org to register or click below:

Applications for NOVO Awards for Nonprofit Organizations Now Open

The NOVO Awards are open to not-for-profit organizations and recognize programs and individuals that

have made a difference in the lives of the people they serve, produce outcomes that exemplify innovative

excellence and feature best practices of not-for-profit businesses.

Awards are presented in three categories:

• Nonprofit program innovative excellence in an organization with a budget of less than $2 Million
• Nonprofit program innovative excellence in an organization with a budget of more than $2 Million
• Outstanding Board Leader that exemplifies the best in nonprofit board service

Eligibility Requirements:

• The organization must be headquartered or have operations in Miami-Dade County.
• The organization must be a registered 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization and in business for at least two (2) years.
• Past winners are eligible to reapply after a three-year wait.
• Only applications that meet all the requirements and criteria will be considered.

Applications and supporting documentation must be email to below link by June 30.

The National Geographic Society The Big Questions Program Taking Applications

The purpose of this program is to support innovative photography, short film, writing, data visualization and other storytelling proposals to help people consider some of the greatest questions of our time.What does it mean to be human?; Curiosity: What are the boundaries of Earth, or more precisely, what are the limits to what we can understand; Human/Nature: What is the relationship between the human and natural worlds? The deadline to submit is June 24. Apply below:

Impact Fund Grant Awards for Legal Support for Social Justice

The Impact Fund awards recoverable grants to legal services nonprofits, private attorneys, and small law firms who seek to confront economic, environmental, racial, and social injustice. Since its founding in 1992, the Impact Fund has made more than 800 recoverable grants totaling more than $10 million for impact litigation. It awards grants four times per year, most within the range of $10,000 to $50,000. Deadline to apply is July 8. For more information and to apply, click below:

Levitt Foundation Levitt Music Series Grants Available

Applications for the 2026-2028 Levitt Music Series Grants are open through June 30. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits are eligible to receive a three-year matching grant of up to $40K/year (up to $120K total) to bring 7-10 free concerts to your community each year!

Bank of America Charitable Foundation Grants For Financial Wellness

The purpose of this Bank of America Charitable Foundation Grants are to provide support for local organizations to help improve people’s financial wellness and meet community needs. Eligibility is limited to organizations that are tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, not classified as a private foundation and not operating through a fiscal agent or sponsor. Deadline date is June 30.

Kristi House Trainings in May

Kristi House invites you to register now for free upcoming training, all free of charge. Please share this offering with any interested parties.

• Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101: June 20
• Healthy LGBTQ+ Relationships by One Love: June 24
• Fight Night by One Love (Peer Pressure & Violence): June 26

Register at link below:

Don't Forget to Apply for the 2025 Eyes On Your Mission Free Video Grant

The 2025 Eyes On Your Mission (EOYM) Annual Video Grant applications open on May 16. The grant provides nonprofits with a free video production and visual storytelling promotional package. This package includes: communications strategy, videos, still photos and social media content. 

Grants have been awarded to selected nonprofits that exhibit innovation, creativity, and future-thinking. The grant is international, multi-lingual and considers a diverse range of causes and organizations. The organization that sponsors the grant is headquartered in Miami and Chicago, however, any NGO globally is eligible and invited to apply. They encourage previous applicants to apply again with fresh updated ideas. 

EOYM FREE VIDEO GRANT SCHEDULE:

Application process is open

Application process closes July 18

Finalists announced August 18

Winners announced September 10

On-site video/photoshoots October

Video Editing November 

Final Deliverables December

Visit website below for more information: 

Change the Life of a Child in Foster Care; Serve on a Citizen Review Panel

Florida Foster Care Review (FFCR) advances the safety, stability and success of youth and young adults involved in Miami-Dade’s dependency system by connecting them to essential services, healthy relationships and forever families. FFCR seeks caring volunteers to review and monitor cases one full weekday per month during Citizen Review Panel (CRP) hearings held virtually. Visit link below for more information and requirements.

Available Position at The Children's Trust

Community Engagement Manager

The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for performing a variety of strategic community initiatives and community-focused duties to benefit children and families and elevate the contribution and awareness of The Children’s Trust. This role manages partnerships, collaborative community projects, and direct engagement with anchor institutions, community-based organizations, parent and youth groups, funders, and other partners, providing linkage to The Children’s Trust and evaluating and responding to community needs concerning children.

The Community Engagement Manager participates in and supports in organizational solicitation management and grant-making; including but not limited to managing workflow processes and meeting team deadlines. This role also oversees programmatic work, including but not limited to, multi-party program planning and contract execution, facilitating development of and timely reporting of reports and deliverables for funders and anchor institutions, corporate sponsorships and programs, and future collaborations, as assigned.  

The incumbent exercises independence of action and will possess considerable knowledge of community activities and needs for children and families and use considerable professional judgment in the performance of community engagement work. The Community Engagement Manager serves to mentor leadership skills and opportunities for partner organizations to influence positive changes for children and families. The incumbent will dialogue with community leaders and stakeholders on key issues affecting children and families through community engagement efforts to increase The Children’s Trust’s understanding, and ability, to meet these needs. The incumbent may also support the organization’s efforts related to public policy and intergovernmental relations.

For more information and to start application, click below:

Available Positions at Easterseals South Florida *

Easterseals South Florida is excited to welcome passionate, caring, and driven individuals to join its team! They are actively hiring for a variety of rewarding roles across South Florida, including:

• Teacher
• Teacher Assistant
• Nurse Aide
• Behavioral Support Intervention

Whether you're launching your career or bringing valuable experience, this is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others while growing with a supportive, mission-driven organization. If you’re ready to inspire change, spread hope, and be part of something truly meaningful, they want to hear from you! Apply at link below:

Genesis Hopeful Haven Looking for Lead Housing Specialist

Genesis Hopeful Haven provides housing and support services to former foster youth ages 18+. Their Lead Housing Specialist is responsible for directly ensuring that residents in 6 of the 8 homes have the structure, support, and safe environment needed to reach their goals and to eventually live independently. To do this, the Lead Housing Specialist provides individualized support to participants focusing on increasing academic achievement, financial literacy, acquiring and maintaining employment, meeting program expectations and maintaining housing. The Lead Housing Specialist develops a life skills case plan for former foster youth and oversees implementation of the service plan. The Lead Housing Specialist will also work closely with a future part-time Housing Specialist (TBD), who will eventually be responsible for providing resident support for 2 of the 6 Lead Housing Specialists’ homes and for operational support.

This is a full-time role, based in the Cutler Bay, Kendall, Homestead, Palmetto Bay and Colonial, FL areas and will report to the CEO/President of Genesis Hopeful Haven. The salary for this role will be between $50,000.00-$55,000.00US based on experience. This role is a 100% in-person position, with a majority of the time being spent in the field. This role will also eventually collaborate closely with the part-time Housing Specialist and a current Housing Assistant.

For more information and to apply, click below:

University of Miami Pediatrics Department Seeking Peer Support Specialist

The Peer Support Specialist provides a variety of services including but not limited to advocacy, training, facilitating recovery, educational and enrichment groups, linkages to community resources, and mentoring. Through their personal and professional experience, the Peer Support Specialist supports families and/or individuals seeking to achieve and sustain recovery to reduce the likelihood of reoccurrence. The Peer Support Specialist empowers families and/or individuals by teaching them how to navigate the behavioral health and child welfare systems to achieve resiliency and recovery as defined by the individual and or family. The Peer Support Specialist acts as the “bridge” between the individual and/or family and the case manager or service provider, increasing awareness of their perspective and improving effectiveness of parent-professional partnerships.

This role involves providing support and guidance to female clients who are pregnant, have children, are recovering from substance use, or have experienced mental health issues. Personal experience with substance use, substance use recovery (minimum 2 years recovery), or mental health challenges preferred.

Available Opportunities at Jewish Community Services of South Florida

Jewish Community Services is hiring for several positions:

• Helpline Counselors
• Development Specialist
• Staff Accountant
• And many more

For further details and to apply please follow the link below:

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