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News & Updates

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 …

First 5 Contra Costa Welcomes Dr. Mackenzie Whipps as the new Early Childhood Program Officer

February 6, 2024

First 5 Contra Costa is pleased to welcome Dr. Mackenzie Whipps as the new Early Childhood Program Officer to lead the Early Childhood Education work and other Strengthening Families projects. …

January Proclaimed as Positive Parenting Month

January 19, 2024

Positive Parenting Awareness Month highlights the importance for parents and caregivers to develop warm, nurturing relationships with their children and teens and become more confident as …