Miami-Dade County voters in September 2002 approved an independent special district, a dedicated funding source for children entitled, The Children’s Trust. The Children’s Trust was later reauthorized by voters in August 2008. Its mission is to partner with the community to improve the lives of all children and families in Miami-Dade County by making strategic investments in their futures. The Children’s Trust of Miami-Dade aims to become the recognized leader in planning, advocating and funding quality services to improve the lives of children and their families.