Children's Services Council of Martin County

The Children’s Services Council of Martin County acknowledges the decision of Florida voters to approve Amendment 3. Because property taxes are the sole source of funding for CSCMC, this change will impact the resources available to support local programs and services for children and families funded by CSCMC.

While this change presents financial challenges, our commitment to helping Martin County’s children succeed in school and life remains the same.

We encourage Martin County residents to stay informed and attend our public Council meetings, including the January 25, 2027, meeting, where we will discuss our financial outlook and our thoughtful, data-driven approach to moving forward.

We remain committed to transparency, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and making a positive difference for Martin County’s children and families. We appreciate the continued support and engagement of our community as we navigate the changes ahead.

Investing in Martin County’s Children & Families

Your Martin County Property Taxes at Work

Empowering children and families with resources, support, and opportunities for a thriving future.

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Our Mission

The mission of the Children’s Services Council of Martin County (CSCMC) is to enhance the lives of the children of Martin County and to enable them to attain their full potential.

Who We Are

We are the Children’s Services Council of Martin County (CSCMC)—an Independent Special Taxing District established in 1988. Since our inception, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families across Martin County by investing in programs that make a lasting difference.

What We Do

We serve as a voter-approved, dedicated funding source for a wide range of local programs that support children’s health, education, safety, and well-being. Through sustainable funding and strategic partnerships, we ensure that vital services reach the families who need them most.

How Do We Do It?

CSCMC was created under Florida Statute 125.901 and established locally by Local Ordinance #348, empowering us to plan, coordinate, and evaluate services for children and families in Martin County. Our work is backed by data, guided by our governing statute, and driven by our mission to support impactful programs.

Why Are We Important to Our Community?

Using quantitative data and key county demographics, CSCMC strategically funds local agencies and initiatives that create measurable outcomes for children. With continued community support and public investment, we help ensure that these programs not only succeed but thrive for generations to come.

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View Funding Information

Explore current funding opportunities, eligibility criteria, and how to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) to partner with CSCMC.

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Financials & Reporting

Access key financial documents including budgets, audits, annual reports, and end-of-year performance data.

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Council Meetings

Stay informed with upcoming meeting dates, agendas, and public records related to CSCMC Council sessions.

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Funding Priority Areas

Healthy Children

CSCMC supports programs that promote maternal and child health, ensuring positive birth, health, and developmental outcomes. Programs also focus on mental health and substance abuse prevention, helping children develop coping skills and reducing the risk of substance use. Additionally, physical health initiatives encourage healthy behaviors, including weight management, oral health, and school health services.

Strong Families

CSCMC funds information and navigation programs that connect families to essential services, including health insurance and eligibility determination. Family strengthening programs provide education and skill-building to enhance parent-child relationships, promote resilience, and prevent child abuse and neglect, particularly for families at risk of involvement with the Department of Children and Families.

Safe Communities

CSCMC invests in injury prevention programs that promote child safety, including water safety, teen driving, and bicycle safety initiatives. Additionally, delinquency prevention programs focus on reducing risky behaviors by fostering socio-emotional competence and self-regulation in youth.

Early Learning and Development

CSCMC supports early learning and development programs that prepare children for kindergarten through developmental screenings, referrals, high-quality childcare, and early literacy initiatives.

Youth Development and Academic Success

Youth development and academic Success programs focus on healthy behaviors, life skills, and academic success, emphasizing grade-level reading by third grade and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) education.

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Connected Across Florida

The Children’s Services Council of Martin County is part of the Florida Alliance of Children’s Councils & Trusts (FACCT)—a statewide network working to advance public policies, best practices, and resources that support the well-being of Florida’s children, youth, and families through collaboration and innovation.

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Inspire a Love of Reading

Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, children from birth to age five receive free, high-quality books by mail each month. Available in Martin County through local support, this program helps foster early literacy and a lifelong love of reading from the very start.

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Need Help Now?

When your family needs support, trusted local organizations are here to help. From emergency resources to one-on-one coaching, we connect you to services like 211, Whole Child Connection, Family-Centered Coaching, and SafeSpace—right when you need them most.

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Building a Community of Readers

Martin Reads is a community-wide campaign led by the Children’s Services Council of Martin County to ensure every child reads on grade level by the end of third grade. Grounded in the Florida Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, Martin Reads unites families, educators, and local organizations around the mission of promoting early literacy, supporting school readiness, and empowering lifelong learning.

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