The Escambia Children’s Trust is committed to transparency and accountability. Below, you’ll find essential information about our organization, governance, finances, and public records.
Full Legal Name: Escambia Children’s Trust (ECT)
Public Purpose: Serve all children and families in Escambia County, Florida
Services Provided: Available on our Areas of Focus page
Charter/Creation Document: 2020 Ordinance
Governing Statutes: Florida Statutes §125.901, Chapter 189
Date Established: November 3, 2020
Establishing Entity: Escambia County, Florida (with voter approval), pursuant to Florida Statutes §125.901
Public Facilities Report: Not Applicable
Adopted Bylaws: View ECT Bylaws
Annual Report: 2023 ECT Annual Report
Primary Funding Source: Ad valorem property taxes
Current Fiscal Year Rate: 0.4365 mil (FY 2022–2023)
Tax Levy Authority: Florida Statute §125.901
Fiscal Year Period: October 1 – September 30
Approved Budget: FY 2023–2024 Budget
2025-2026 Preliminary Budget
Annual Financial Reports: Florida Department of Financial Services
Instructions to view ECT Report:
Note: FY 2021–2022 is the first reporting year; reports will be available the following fiscal year.
Audit Report: View Audit Report for Most Recent Fiscal Year
