The Children's Board of Hillsborough County promotes the well-being of children and families by uniting community partners, investing in innovative opportunities, and leading the county in best practices-so the whole community can realize its full potential.

The Children's Board Mission is as follows:  We are committed to building the necessary conditions to value and support the well-being and inherent dignity of children and their families through our leadership and citizen engagement.

Over twenty years ago, the citizens of Hillsborough County agreed to invest a portion of their tax dollars to help children realize their dreams. They voted to create the Children's Board of Hillsborough County, which has served as the leading voice and advocate for children and families.  Since that time, the Children's Board has invested in more than 200 programs touching more than 200,000 citizens every year. Today, the Children's Board invests over $42 million for the health and wellness of all of our community's children. Funds are directed to increasing healthy births, improving school readiness and early school success, and promoting strong families who are stable and self-sufficient. We do this in three major ways: by leading in the use of proven practices to assure best results; by investing tax dollars for maximum return on investment; and by engaging the community to address issues affecting our children.  The Children's Board is led by ten directors who each bring a unique vantage point and area of expertise regarding children. Five of these directors are appointed by the governor and bring experience from the business and civic sectors. The remaining five board members represent the school system, child welfare, the courts, and the Board of County Commissioners.