At the Escambia Children’s Trust, our strategies are rooted in a clear vision: to ensure all children in Escambia County have the opportunity to grow up safe, healthy, and ready to learn. Every initiative we fund and every partnership we support is aligned with this purpose.
Our work begins with a deep understanding of the needs in our community. We regularly update our Indicator Report Card to track key measures of child well-being—such as health, safety, education, and economic stability—ensuring that our strategies are responsive, equitable, and grounded in current data.
Our Theory of Change guides how we move from vision to measurable impact. This strategic framework identifies the building blocks necessary for positive change and outlines how programs and services connect to outcomes that matter. From investing in early childhood development to supporting out-of-school programs and mental health services, our approach is intentional and interconnected.
Our three-year Strategic Plan outlines the core priorities, goals, and outcomes that shape our decision-making and resource allocation. It defines how we prioritize investments, foster innovation, and collaborate with community partners to create lasting improvements in children’s lives.
We focus our funding in areas that research and community input have shown to be most effective in improving child outcomes:
Each funded program must demonstrate alignment with these priorities and the potential to drive meaningful outcomes for Escambia County children and families.
Are you a nonprofit organization working to improve the lives of children and families in Escambia County? If your mission aligns with our strategic priorities, we invite you to explore current funding opportunities. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier future for every child in our community.
Visit our Funding page to view open opportunities, guidelines, and application details.
