First 5 California

F5CA is proud to see the official implementation of 2 key bills we championed: AB 495 and SB 98. @AGRobBonta has issued formal bulletins to schools & childcare providers across the state regarding new legal obligations to protect immigrant families. ➡️ bit.ly/41ohknj

With over $8 million invested in supporting child care givers so far, First 5 Alameda County is breaking boundaries in moving California towards our mission of making childcare as accessible to every family as possible. Read more about it here: bit.ly/3PGcYFw

Interested in presenting at the First 5 California Summit? Now is your chance to take the opportunity to present your innovative ideas for your contributions to the landmark early childhood event. You can read more details and submit your proposals here: bit.ly/4bc1hPy

The First 5 California Summit is a working convening for those shaping early childhood policy, funding, and implementation. If this work is part of your role — in government, advocacy, philanthropy, research, or systems leadership — we hope to see you. ➡️ bit.ly/4b107Gu

🚨 NOW LIVE: RFP for the Children FIRST Initiative! First 5 California is investing $10M to support children ages 0-5 in immigrant, refugee, and mixed-status families across the state. 📅 Due: March 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. PT 💻 Apply via Cal eProcure: bit.ly/47gh5OD

Parenting can feel easier when you have support. For help seeing the support that’s already around you and to learn how to lean into it, check out our Building Community course, part of our free Stronger Starts learning program, powered by Cell-Ed. bit.ly/4m6Ndst

The First 5 California 2024–2025 Annual Report is here! Behind every data point is a family, a provider, and a community partner working to ensure children have safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments. Read the full report ➡️ bit.ly/4rxckrW

First 5 California’s mission of helping to create an equitable California where every child and family has the opportunity to thrive cannot be achieved without guiding principals to align us on our goals. Read the full 2026 policy agenda here: bit.ly/4si6gE2

Como padres, puede ser difícil mantener la calma cuando las cosas se ponen difíciles. Para recibir herramientas para mantener la calma en esos momentos, checa nuestro curso, Mantener la calma en situaciones difíciles. Aprende más en bit.ly/3VZ1Q6H

Advancing the F5CA mission statewide! Exec. Dir. Wong, leading champion for children & families, has been appointed by @DrLukeWood to the Blue Ribbon Commission on Early Intervention at @sacstate. Her leadership ensures First 5 families have a direct voice in shaping CA policy.

Yesterday, Asm. @MiaBonta launched the California Children’s Caucus — bringing together 40+ legislators committed to advancing child- and family-centered policy across our state. First 5 California is proud to support this effort. Read our press release: bit.ly/4rq40dy

Commissioner @KrisPerry reminds us that California’s babies and toddlers can’t advocate for themselves. That responsibility falls to all of us. Thank you for continuing to speak up for our youngest. See to her full chat with our Executive Director here: bit.ly/4pwGsD4

Every child deserves a Stronger Start. 💙 The Stronger Starts Roadshow has been traveling across California, bringing early learning activities, reading spaces, and parenting tools directly to local communities! bit.ly/4cefvQw

Registration is open for the F5CA Summit! Early Bird offers the BEST rate and helps with planning travel and lodging early - always easier when you can plan ahead. For our teams & organizations attending together, we suggest getting tickets now. bit.ly/4ayBGQd

First 5 California is proud to participate in an upcoming @CalMatters Live conversation exploring how trauma-informed care shapes the future of early education. 📍 In-person & virtual (Chula Vista, CA) 🗓 Thurs, Feb 5 | 11:30a.m. – 1:00p.m. 🔗 Register: cal.news/mi-escuelita

Our commitment to supporting ALL children ages 0–5, regardless of immigration status, shapes how we respond to the needs of communities across California. As part of that effort, we are sharing CA’s Know Your Rights resources & fact sheets. bit.ly/3M78GWo

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🚨 We’re hiring! First 5 California is seeking a Legislative Coordinator to support policy and legislative work that improves outcomes for CA’s youngest children and families. 📍 Hybrid (Sacramento) 🗓 Apply by 2/2/26 Apply on CalCareers👉 bit.ly/4qmQoiJ

First 5 California is pleased to welcome Janne Olson-Morgan as Deputy Director for Program Innovation & Evaluation. Janne brings deep experience in public health, policy, and equity-centered leadership. Welcome to the First 5 California family, Janne!