READY FOR KINDERGARTEN.
READY TO TAKE ON THE WORLD.
Thrive by Five Tampa Bay is a cross-sector network dedicated to promoting the equitable development and lifelong success of children aged 0-5. We bring together caregivers, agencies, businesses, and civic officials to amplify and accelerate access to services and resources for families. Our focus is on the “whole child” ideology, encompassing their intellectual, physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Welcome to Thrive by Five Tampa Bay
We aim to raise awareness and meet children and families where they are, allocating resources and opportunities as needed to create equal outcomes for all community members.
Through collective impact and initiatives like Family Friendly Tampa Bay and Thrive by Five Connects, our resource and referral tool, we connect families to partner organization resources and work to fill gaps in access to services in Tampa Bay.
Our vision is for every child in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties to enter kindergarten prepared to thrive in school and in life. Our mission is to mobilize all parts of our community to create equitable opportunities for young children to thrive by working collaboratively to increase 2024-25 kindergarten readiness by 5% in both Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties by 2030, as measured by FDOE scores.
Ready for a Better Future, Ready for the World.
Impact
Partner Organizations in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties
Families Connected to Services
Awarded Family Friendly Employers
Be Part of The Solution
Thrive by Five Tampa Bay is powered by people who care about giving children access to opportunities. It’s easy to get involved at any level. No experience is required. Your perspective and your voice are powerful all on their own.
Parents & Caregivers
Community Partners
Businesses
We can do this — together.
Thrive by Five fosters highly functioning countywide collaboration. We engage a wide-reaching network that proactively connects families and caregivers with the Tampa Bay’s many available resources.
To help serve our children and their parents and caregivers, our Vision and Leadership Councils work together to guide Thrive by Five’s strategy and efforts. We lean on a diverse set of stakeholders, partners, and subject matter experts who collaborate and help align resources across Tampa Bay.
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Your support can make a significant difference in nurturing the potential of children aged 0-5 in our community. Fill out the form below to help us promote equitable development and access to vital resources. Let’s create a brighter future, one child at a time.
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Setting children up for a strong start
A strong early childhood system ensures the youngest of Tampa Bay are ready to thrive in school — cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally — by the time they reach kindergarten.
There is a significant and overwhelming volume of research and evidence showing over and over again that young children benefit from being in high-quality early childhood settings.
Over 90% of our lifetime’s brain development occurs from birth to the start of kindergarten, demonstrating the critical nature of this time period in a person’s life for building the foundation for skilled thinking, behaviors, and emotional well-being. It is in these vital foundational years that our youngest neighbors develop linguistic, cognitive, social, emotional, and regulatory skills that are linked to vital skills and functions later in life.
Unfortunately, too many young children from low-income and traditionally underserved communities do not have access to the settings and resources that will help them develop these skills to the maximum of their ability.
That’s where Thrive by Five Tampa Bay comes in.
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Nurturing the roots of development from infancy! 🌱💕 Setting the stage for a lifetime of love, self-awareness, and resilience. 👶✨ #EarlyYearsMatter #ChildDevelopment #NurturingFamilies #Infancy #ParentingJourney
👨👩👧👦💖 Supporting Families Every Step! Healthy Families Hillsborough (HFH) is here to provide wrap-around support, tailored to your needs, from pregnancy onwards. As a trusted affiliate of Healthy Families America®, we offer personalized assistance, emotional support, and access to vital services—all free of charge. Let`s navigate parenthood together! #HealthyFamilies #SupportForAll 🌟
Empowering parents in their childcare journey! 🌟 Making informed decisions with the best resources available for your little one`s future. 👶💡 #SchoolReadiness #ChildcareChoices #EarlyEducation #ParentingJourney #EmpowerFamilies
🐰🎨 Crafting up some egg-cellent Easter fun for the whole family with Thrive by Five! Let`s hop to it! 🌟🥚 #ThriveByFive #EasterCrafts #FamilyTime #CraftyFun
📚✨ Florida`s School Readiness Program (SR) gives a boost to low-income families for early education, setting children on the path to future success in school. Administered by the Division of Early Learning (DEL) in partnership with local coalitions and organizations like Redlands Christian Migrant Association. #EarlyEducation #SchoolSuccess #FloridaFamilies
🌟 Join us for an evening of networking and connection at our Family Friendly Business event on Wednesday, March 20th at 5:30 pm! Let`s grow together and create lasting relationships. See you there! 🤝 #FamilyFriendlyBusiness #tb5tp
The Family Friendly Business Award® honors companies dedicated to supporting their employees and families. Ready to stand out as a leader in employee care? Apply now and make a difference in Tampa Bay! #FamilyFriendlyWorkplace #MakeADifference
Check out the following links for more information:
familyfriendlytampabay.org
tb5tp.org
🌟 #FloridaHealthyKids: Ensuring smiles and well-being! 🏥 Offering health and dental insurance for children ages 5-18. 👩⚕️ Governed by a diverse board of directors, including healthcare professionals, advocates, and state representatives. 💼 Proud partner of #FloridaKidCare, keeping our youth healthy and happy! #ChildHealth #DentalCare #InsuranceForKids
Empowering Exceptional Education: FDLRS Gulfcoast 🌟 A vital project of the Florida Department of Education, offering diagnostic, instructional, and tech support to district exceptional education programs and families of students with disabilities. Serving PINELLAS, PASCO, and HERNANDO Counties among eighteen statewide centers. #SpecialEducation #FDLRS #FloridaEducation
🌟 Building Strong Foundations: Ensuring Every Child`s Success from Early Years to Kindergarten and Beyond 🏫 #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #EducationEquity #TampaBay #ChildSuccess #FutureLeaders #EducationForAll
🚀 Revolutionizing early learning to inspire children, engage families, and elevate educators! 💡 #EarlyLearning #EducationRevolution #elcpinellas
🌟 Empowering Little Minds, Building Bright Futures! 🌈✨ The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County is committed to providing top-notch, inclusive early learning experiences for children aged 0-5. 🎓👶 Join us in shaping the next generation`s success through family, educator, and community collaboration! 💼👨👩👧👦 #EarlyLearning #InclusiveEducation #CommunityCollaboration
Florida`s Early Steps teams up with Johns Hopkins All Children`s Hospital to provide early intervention & therapy services for little ones (birth-3 years) facing developmental delays or conditions. 💖 Making milestones happen, one smile at a time! 🚀 #EarlyIntervention
Unlocking life-changing educational services for children & families who may otherwise miss out! 🌟 High-quality early education is our passion, ensuring every child gets the start they deserve! 📚💡 #EducationForAll
🎨💖 Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine`s Day with family fun arts and crafts! 🌈✂️ Join us for a heartwarming day of DIY delights. ❤️👨👩👧👦 Let the crafting magic begin! ✨💌 #ValentinesDayCrafts #FamilyFun #DIYLove 🎉🖌️
Calling all parents! 🌟 Searching for the best resources to support your journey? Look no further! Visit tb5tp.org to connect with the tools, guidance, and community you need to thrive as a parent. 🌱 #ParentResources #CommunitySupport #EmpoweredParenting #NavigateTogether #FindYourVillage #ParentingJourney
🌟 Nurturing Curiosity from Day One! 🧠💖 Quality early childhood programs empower little minds through hands-on learning and meaningful conversations. 🗣️ Building essential skills like self-control and sharing sets the stage for academic success. 🏫✨ Investing in high-quality early education not only benefits families but pays dividends for society, reducing costs and ensuring brighter futures! 🌐📚 #EarlyLearning #CuriosityInEducation #InvestInKids 🌈
🌱✨ Help Me Grow Florida: Empowering families with support, resources, and early detection for a thriving start! 🤝👨👩👧👦 Don`t navigate parenting alone—connect with a program designed to address your questions and concerns.
🌈🏥 #HelpMeGrowFlorida #FamilySupport #EarlyDetection #ParentingResources 🌟
https://helpmegrowfl.org/
👶📚 From "expecting" to "expert," the parenting journey is an adventure! 🌈 Navigating kindergarten readiness may seem like a winding path, but fear not! 🚀 Our community offers abundant support to ensure your little ones take confident steps toward a bright start. 🏫✨ #ParentingJourney #KindergartenReadiness #CommunitySupport #EarlyEducation 🍎
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Have questions about early childhood education or our work? Fill out the form or contact us. We’re here to support and guide you in creating a brighter future for every child in Tampa Bay.