Peninsula Family Service’s Maria Romero Tells Stories of Community Care
They say that “looking for a job is a full-time job.” For families experiencing houselessness or joblessness, navigating the supports and challenges is a full-time job too. Yet, the need for childcare during these life transitions often goes overlooked. Maria Romero is the Vice President of Early Learning with Peninsula Family Service (PFS). She oversees […]
Expanding and Improving Early Learning Facilities in San Mateo County through the Build Up Family Child Care Expansion Grants
In San Mateo County, there is a critical childcare shortage, and Build Up San Mateo County was awarded a $50,000 grant from Gilead Sciences to expand the capacity of childcare providers during the pandemic. With Gilead’s investment, ten $5,000 Family Child Care (FCC) Grants were awarded to small at-home childcare programs. The lack of access […]
Child Care Providers Are Eligible for San Mateo County Small Business Grants up to $10,000
Child care providers in San Mateo County are eligible for grants of up to $10,000. Child care providers are integral to our community and hold a special place in our recovery and our resilience. The pandemic is not over, but thanks to the dedication of San Mateo County residents to stay safe, get vaccinated, and […]
