May Newsletter

May 6, 2025

Celebrating the Success of the Ready Kids East County Resource Fair   On April 12, First 5 Contra Costa hosted the Ready Kids East County Resource Fair at the Marina Community Center in …

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January Newsletter

January 3, 2025

As we welcome the fresh start of a new year, I am filled with hope and excitement for the opportunities to strengthen our connections in support of families with young children in Contra Costa …

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November Newsletter

November 5, 2024

New Recommendations & Funding Opportunities to Support Inclusion in Early Childhood Education Programs First 5 Contra Costa is pleased to announce recommendations and funding opportunities to …

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September Newsletter

September 26, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa’s 25-year history celebrated and recognized in proclamation from Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors proclaimed their …

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June Newsletter

June 17, 2024

  Supporting African American families in East County: Learn more by checking out our new report and video Over the last 5 years, First 5 Contra Costa partnered with organizations in East …

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December 2023 Newsletter

December 19, 2023

Resources for Approaching Challenges with a Trauma-Informed Lens  The safety and well-being of our youngest children and their caregivers within their neighborhoods, schools, and communities is …

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October 2023 Newsletter

October 23, 2023

Supporting Inclusive Early Care & Education   First 5 Contra Costa is launching a new project focused on creating more inclusive early care and education for children with disabilities. The …

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August 2023 Newsletter

August 7, 2023

New Strategic Plan Guiding First 5 Contra Costa   Our new Strategic Plan builds on First 5 Contra Costa’s 25-year history and experience as a funder, convener, advocate, and leader in early …

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