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Ready Kids East County kicks off its next phase to bridge gaps for Black families, promoting equity from womb to classroom

February 5, 2025

The next phase of Ready Kids East County (RKEC), called “Womb to Classroom,” will continue to support families by uplifting opportunities, creating networks, and cultivating pathways with …

Lincoln Families and an East County First 5 Center Family Highlighted in Share the Spirit Campaign

December 19, 2024

“I feel as though the center is my home away from home,” shares Okeena Dickson, a mother from Antioch. “As soon as I get to the center and see the friendly, smiling faces of the staff and even …

First 5 Contra Costa Welcomes Dr. Arash Daneshzadeh as the new Early Childhood Program Officer

December 16, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa is pleased to announce and welcome Dr. Arash Daneshzadeh as the new Early Childhood Program Officer. Dr. Daneshzadeh has 20+ years of experience advancing educational equity and …

First 5 Contra Costa Welcomes Kelly Sessions as the new Finance and Operations Director

October 4, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa is pleased to welcome Kelly Sessions as the new Finance and Operations Director. Kelly is a local government executive with over 30 years of experience in finance and …

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

September 25, 2024

The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors proclaimed their commitment to children ages 0-5 and their families and celebrated the 25th anniversary of First 5 Contra Costa. County officials, …

Community Advisory Council Gathers for End-of-Year Celebration and Presents to the First 5 Contra Costa Commission

June 11, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa hosted the Community Advisory Council (CAC) end-of-year celebration on Saturday, May 20 at our administrative office. The event gave CAC members an opportunity to present …

Contra Costa County Leaders and Families Gather to Celebrate One Year Anniversary of Lincoln Families Operating East County First 5 Center

June 7, 2024

Over the weekend, Contra Costa County leaders and families gathered to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Lincoln Families operating the East County First 5 Center. The day was …

First 5 Contra Costa Welcomes Liliana Gonzalez Sanchez as the new Early Childhood Program Officer

May 7, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa is pleased to welcome Liliana Gonzalez Sanchez as the Early Childhood Program Officer to lead the Early Intervention work and other Strengthening Families projects. Liliana has …

Bay Area Leaders Show Appreciation for Child Care Providers at Second Annual Event

April 30, 2024

On Saturday, April 27 the Bay Area Professional Family Child Care Network (BAPFCCN) celebrated their second Annual Provider Appreciation Dinner. The event was a joyful and inspiring evening with over …

February 2024 Newsletter

February 20, 2024

Advocacy Day 2024: First 5 Contra Costa visits the Capitol to discuss the importance of prioritizing California’s youngest children and their families Hundreds of First 5 county leaders from …