Our Kids, Our Future.
We support the 58 First 5 county commissions in building the early childhood systems and supports needed to ensure California’s young children are safe, healthy, and ready to succeed in school and life. We focus on:
Comprehensive Health and Development
So health systems center families, prioritize prevention, and embed equity.
Read MoreEarly Learning
So children have the cognitive and social-emotional skills to enter kindergarten ready to learn.
Read MoreResilient Families
So families are resilient, confident about their caregiving, and connected to community.
Read MoreWe are energized by the belief that one day, California's success will be measured by the well being of its youngest children.
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First 5 San Bernardino ED Interviewed about Water Safety
First 5 San Bernardino Executive Director Karen Scott was interviewed on Fox 11 News and Good Day LA on Memorial Day to discuss the importance of water safety. View the full interview here. In the interview,
June 9, 2022

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and First 5 LA Launch Help Me Grow LA to Support Child Development
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and First 5 LA today announced the launch of Help Me Grow LA (HMG LA), a community-driven effort to ensure every family that has developmental concerns about
May 19, 2022