Dear Community Partners,
 
As we near the conclusion of Fiscal Year 2026 and prepare to embark on Fiscal Year 2027, I am continually inspired by the collective commitment of our community to ensuring that children and families have the opportunities, resources and support they need to thrive. 
 
Over the past two months, I have had the privilege of engaging with funded partners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders and residents through more than 60 meetings and events across Hillsborough County. These conversations have reinforced the strength of our network and the shared responsibility we embrace in advancing positive outcomes for children and families. 
 
Among the most rewarding experiences this summer were visits to several Children’s Board-funded programs. In every setting, I witnessed children learning, developing new skills, building meaningful connections, and engaging in enriching activities within safe and supportive environments. These firsthand observations underscore the importance of our continued investment in high-quality summer programming and the lasting impact these opportunities have on young people. 
 
I was also encouraged by the opportunity to meet with members of a youth leadership council supported by the Children’s Board through our partner, Frameworks of Tampa Bay. Their passion, insight, and commitment to making a difference in their schools and communities were truly impressive. As these young leaders gather feedback, we look forward to incorporating their perspectives into our ongoing efforts to better serve the needs of children and families. 
 
As we close this fiscal year, I am grateful for your partnership and the impact we continue to achieve together. Thank you for helping create a community where children and families have the support they need to succeed. 
 


Rebecca