Children's Network reports spending and marketing progress; commission hears update on CHANCE program effort

Jul 24, 2026

Hillsborough County Children's Services reported invoicing roughly $50,303 and having about $50,196 remaining; commissioners discussed recruitment ads for foster parents and learned the statewide CHANCE program passed the legislature but was vetoed by the governor.

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Heather Cozzola of Hillsborough County Children's Services updated the commission that the Children's Network had invoiced about $50,303 (roughly half of its allotment) and has approximately $50,196 remaining; she said the network is preparing two-minute recruitment and human-trafficking-awareness videos that will be launched as part of marketing efforts. "They have, as of June, they've invoiced... a little over 0.5, so $50,303," she reported, and noted remaining funds for July through September.

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