From public IRS filings
CHILDREN FIRST INC
SARASOTA, FL · Education
Mission
In 2024, Children First provided early childhood education and family strengthening services to 552 at-risk children, ages birth to 5, and their families. Children receive high quality education to ensure healthy development and kindergarten readiness.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$14M
Total expenses
$15M
Total assets
$8.8M
Program expense ratio
87%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds CHILDREN FIRST INC
$7.7M in foundation grants on record from 84 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Community Foundation | $1.7M | 4 |
| Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation | $1.6M | 8 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota Co | $607K | 4 |
| United Way Suncoast | $488K | 4 |
| Virginia B Toulmin Charitable Foundation Iii | $345K | 5 |
| Elaine Nicpon Marieb Charitable Foundation | $300K | 1 |
| Cook Family Foundation | $223K | 3 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund for Wealth Management | $175K | 3 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $164K | 4 |
| Louis and Gloria Flanzer Philanthropic Trust C/O Bristol Consult | $151K | 3 |
Leadership
Philip Tavill — President & CEO (Principal officer)
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