Champions for Children
Champions for Children Awards Ceremony
The Children’s Trust Champions for Children Awards Ceremony honors the remarkable individuals and programs dedicated to serving children and families. This annual, signature event is one of the most anticipated within the child advocacy community and throughout Miami-Dade County. Join us in celebrating these champions and be inspired to make a lasting impact on the lives of our children.
2025 Honorees
David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award
Constance Collins, President
Lotus House Women's Shelter
Excellence in Direct Service Award
Linda Hudson, Sr. Classroom Assistant
University of Miami Linda Ray Intervention Center
Excellence in Youth Leadership Award
Maurits Acosta, Student
Hialeah-Miami Lakes Sr. High School
Program of the Year
Summer Youth Internship Program
Lotus House Children Services Parenting Program
Ten North Group Keeping Our Promise Program
Sponsorships
Learn more about becoming a sponsor for the 2025 Champions for Children Awards Ceremony.
Nominations
Nomination period has ended.
Please be sure to review award criteria below before submitting your nomination.
Award Categories
David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award
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Excellence in Direct Service Award
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Excellence in Youth Leadership Award
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Excellence in Advocacy Award
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Program of the Year Award
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2024 Video Recap
Together with our partners at the Florida Alliance of Children's Councils & Trusts (formerly the Florida Children’s Council), we develop and promote legislative and policy priorities.
Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
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