October 1, 2025

SkillBuild Breakthrough Miami Training *

Establishing a Strong Teacher/Leader Presence *

Elevate your leadership impact with this dynamic training led by SkillBuild, powered by Breakthrough Miami. Learn to develop compassionate authority, build trust, and cultivate energetic confidence to inspire and engage youth. This session empowers youth development professionals with strategies to enhance their presence, foster motivation, and create a positive impact. Strengthen your ability to lead with empathy, enthusiasm, and clarity, and adapt your approach to meet the needs of the youth you serve.

The session takes place Tuesday, October 7, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (via Zoom)

Data Driven Program Improvement *

Drive measurable impact with this dynamic training led by SkillBuild, powered by Breakthrough Miami. Discover how to identify key metrics, collect and analyze meaningful data, and turn insights into action to strengthen youth programs. This session empowers youth development professionals to use data as a catalyst for better decision-making, enhanced staff training, and improved youth outcomes. Strengthen your ability to tell compelling stories of success, create responsive programming, and build environments that support growth, engagement, and lasting impact.

Session takes place Tuesday, October 21, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m., (via Zoom)

Champions for Children Awards Nominations Now Open

The Children's Trust is now looking for Champions for Children nominees for next year's award ceremony to be held in April 2026. Nominations for the David Lawrence Jr. Award, Excellence in Direct Service Award and the Excellence in Youth Leadership Award are now being accepted via our Champions for Children page. Visit the page for more information on dates and on each of the awards and criteria for nominees. Let the community know that nominations for the 2026 Champions for Children Awards ARE NOW OPEN! Click below to visit out Champions for Children webpage: 

Advocacy Network on Disabilities Training

Administrator’s Overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),

Friday, October 17, 10 a.m.-noon

Are you an Administrator, site director, or the person responsible for your organization meeting its legal obligations under the ADA? Join us to be sure you are up to date on enrollment eligibility, reasonable accommodations, policies and procedures, and more. Register below for Zoom

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. 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)

Bright Futures Preschool and Learning Center

This week, we’re excited to highlight Bright Futures Preschool and Learning Center, an early learning center and daycare serving children in Miami, Coral Gables, Hialeah, and Miami Beach. They specialize in before and after-school care, educational classes, and recreational activities such as karate, gymnastics, and ballet. Bright Futures strives to provide children from age one through first grade with the very best in early childhood education and care. Their program offers a hands-on curriculum where children are encouraged to explore their environment and learn through all five senses. Whether a child is a tactile learner or takes a more intuitive approach, Bright Futures embraces their individuality and provides the personalized attention needed for cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth.

To learn more about their curriculum and to find the closest center near you, visit https://brightfuturespreschool.com/

Kristi House Trainings in October *

Kristi House invites you to register now for the free upcoming trainings. Please share this offering with any interested parties.

• Children and Traumatic Stress; October 2, 10 a.m.-noon
• Wellness & Me; October 7, 10 - 11 a.m.
• Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior; October 9, noon 2 p.m.
• Lunch & Learn Sessions: Domestic Violence; October 14, 21, 28 , noon-1:30 p.m.
• Hurricanes/Disaster Relief; October 23, 11 a.m. - noon
• Human Trafficking Overview; October 29, 5 - 6 p.m.

Register at link below:

Affordable Health Insurance Available Through KidCare

Encourage parents you serve to support their children''s mental wellness with affordable health insurance through Florida KidCare. A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body — especially for students. With NO application fee and year-round open enrollment, the time to apply is always NOW. Their family’s information is never shared outside of Florida KidCare. Apply at floridakidcare.org or give them a call at 1.888.540.KIDS (5437).

NBA Foundation Grants Open Up on October 1

The NBA Foundation Grants windown opens up October 1 and runs through November 1. If your organization is interested in applying for a grant from the NBA Foundation, please take the following steps:

• Create an account on the grant application portal, FLUXX, using the link below
• Once your organization is registered, you will receive a confirmation email with credentials for login. It is recommended that you click this link within 48 hours as it will expire.
• Complete the grant application within the portal and provide a Form 990, current fiscal year organizational budget, project budget, and board list with your application

NBA Foundation grants serve to drive economic opportunity for under-resourced youth, ages 14-24, by funding programs that generate successful transitions from school to meaningful employment with priority being given to organizations operating in NBA team markets.

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

If you interact with youth and care to see them live safe and healthy lives, Hope for Miami has a training for you! Hope for Miami’s Project Bridge offers Youth Mental Health First Aid to any adult who interacts with youth (or parents of adolescents). This course can increase mental health awareness through education on behavioral health and addictions, and help you recognize the potential early warning signs. It will be held on Thursday, October 30, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at Sunshine Health, 9552 SW 160th St., Miami, FL 33157. For more information, send an email to the address below:

FAIMH is Seeking a Dynamic Engagement Coordinator *

The Florida Association for Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) is seeking a dynamic engagement coordinator to strengthen connections across Florida’s Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health community. This role supports our local champions, fosters membership engagement, manages communications and social media, and helps tell FAIMH’s story of impact statewide. They're looking for someone who is relationship-driven, highly organized, and passionate about ensuring babies and families thrive by supporting the professionals who serve them. Position is fully remote, statewide travel required. How to Apply is included in the job description at the link below:

Chief Financial Officer and Other Employment Opportunities at JCS *

Jewish Community Services is hiring for several positions:

- Helpline Counselors

- Office Support Staff *

- Chief Financial Officer *

- And many more

Click below for more information and to apply:

Advocacy Network on Disabilities Looking for a Family Support Coordinator *

Are you looking for a great place to work and work that makes a difference? The Family Support Coordinator at the Advocacy Network on Disabilities is responsible for the provision of advocacy, support and linkage services to individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families and care givers as well as professionals and others seeking assistance. Utilizes strength-based strategies to build families’ protective factors.

Training and Experience Requirements: Bachelors in social work or related field. Minimum of 2 years-experience working with families who have children with disabilities and knowledge of local community strongly preferred. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Bilingual English-Spanish required

Salary Range: $47,000 - $49,000. They offer 100% employer-paid medical benefits, 12 paid holidays, and generous PTO. Email resume to link below:

Administrative Assistant Needed at International Children's Academy

The International Children's Academy is a quickly growing school that is looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years of experience working in an administrative role at a child care center. Must have experience with Procare, CCFP, and knowledge of funding sources from the ELC And Step Up for Students. This position is a full time, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. schedule. Must have great organizational skills and excellent customer service. For more information email link below:

Available Opportunity at Easterseals South Florida

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

• Center Director
• Teacher
• Teacher Assistant

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:

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