Few organizations have as rich a history and legacy as the Early Childhood Council of Hillsborough County, Inc. Formed as a grass roots organization in 1983 by a group of educators, social workers, parents and early childhood advocates, the ECC has always been focused on prevention and early intervention efforts with an emphasis on assisting young children with special needs and their families, because of the fundamental belief that “Every Child Counts”

Thank you to some of our many partners and supporters who make this work possible.

The Children’s Board of Hillsborough County invests in partnerships and quality programs to support the success of all children and families in Hillsborough County.

The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County works to ensure all our community’s youngest children grow up to achieve anything they can imagine by providing the best possible early learning experiences and supporting the families and teachers who care for them.

United Way Suncoast elevates early learning, energizes middle school and high school students and empowers families through financial security.

Help Me Grow® Florida (HMGF) provides free expert knowledge on child development and ensures children and families are connected to needed community-based services and supports.

Hillsborough County Public Schools FDLRS Child Find assists parents and schools with the early identification of children, birth through age 21, who have or are at risk of having a disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA).

Tampa East Sertoma members are dedicated to serving the less fortunate and giving back to our community. SERvice TO MAnkind is the foundation of Tampa East Sertoma.