Caring Is Our Legacy
Accountability & Transparency
The Children’s Table values the trust placed in us by our donors, volunteers, community partners, and the families we serve. We are committed to responsible stewardship, honest reporting, and using the resources entrusted to us to advance our mission of feeding neighbors throughout rural North Central Florida.
Our Nonprofit Status
A Recognized Public Charity
The Children’s Table, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
501(c)(3)
Public Charity
59-3340284
Federal EIN
June 1998
IRS Recognition
CH12957
Florida Registration
The available IRS letter is dated May 19, 2009, and confirms that the organization’s tax-exempt determination was issued in June 1998.
Leadership and Governance
2026 Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board of Directors provides leadership, community experience, and oversight in support of The Children’s Table’s charitable mission.
William Brown, President
Founder of The Children’s Table; retired, with extensive experience in community service and nonprofit leadership.
Verna Brown, Vice President
Co-founder of The Children’s Table; retired, with long-term involvement in program operations and community outreach.
Cheryl Twombly, Board Member
Community Development Administrator with the Florida Department of Children and Families for over 36 years; brings extensive experience in community programs, administration, and public service.
William Keith, Board Member
Pastor and former Christian school principal; longtime community leader with experience in nonprofit and volunteer engagement.
Edith Brown, Board Member
Former longtime Bronson town council member, recognized for her community contributions, including service on the original board that founded James H. Cobb Park.
Responsible Stewardship
How Donations Support Our Mission
The food distributed by The Children’s Table is provided to help feed our neighbors—it is not purchased for resale. Financial donations make the collection, safe storage, transportation, and distribution of that food possible.
Donations help cover essential operating expenses such as fuel, refrigerated trucks, qualified professional drivers with commercial driver’s licenses, vehicle maintenance, utilities, refrigeration and freezer equipment, food storage, insurance, building maintenance, packaging supplies, and the transportation required to collect and deliver food throughout rural North Central Florida.
These essential costs allow donated and rescued food to reach the children, families, Veterans, seniors, and other neighbors who need it.
Our Community Impact
2025 Impact at a Glance
Each number represents real families supported, children nourished, and rural communities strengthened.
2.2 Million
Meals Served
110,000
People Supported
56,000
Children Supported
40,000
Food Boxes Distributed
Food was distributed through 13 locations, including new sites in Old Town and Fanning Springs.
Financial Reporting
Form 990 Filings
The Children’s Table makes its recent federal Form 990 filings available for public review. Select a year below to open the complete filing.
Questions About Giving or Financial Information?
We welcome questions from donors, partners, and members of our community.
Stacey Kile, Operations Manager
352-721-5406
info@childrenstable.org
Florida Charitable Solicitation Disclosure
A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE AT 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) OR BY VISITING FDACS.GOV. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.
Florida Registration No. CH12957
The Children’s Table, Inc.
680 West Thrasher Drive, Bronson, Florida 32621
Federal EIN 59-3340284 · Florida Registration CH12957
352-486-6525 · info@childrenstable.org