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.
April 30, 2025
Check-In & Networking: 11 a.m.; Program: noon - 1:30 p.m
Jungle Island – Bloom Ballroom. 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Florida 33132
2025 Honorees
Constance Collins
President, Lotus House Women's Shelter
David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award
Jorge Plasencia
Excellence in Advocacy Award
Linda Hudson
Sr. Classroom Assistant, University of Miami Linda Ray Intervention Center
Excellence in Direct Service Award
Maurits Acosta
Student, Hialeah-Miami Lakes Sr. High School
Excellence in Youth Leadership Award
Summer Youth Internship Program
Program of the Year
Lotus House Children Services Parenting Program
Program of the Year
Ten North Group Keeping Our Promise Program
Program of the Year
Sponsorships
Learn more about becoming a sponsor for the 2025 Champions for Children Awards Ceremony.
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.
Award Categories
David Lawrence Jr. Champion for Children Award
Excellence in Direct Service Award
Excellence in Youth Leadership Award
Excellence in Advocacy Award
Program of the Year Award