5 Things We Love About Child Care
Child care is not just a necessity for working parents; it plays a vital role in our society as the backbone of our economy, enabling
Posts in category: Impact
Childcare Shortages: Why We Need to Address This Crisis Now
Childcare shortages are an all-too-familiar problem in the United States, and San Mateo County is no exception. It impacts children, family, and community well-being. At
First 5 San Mateo County Stands for the End to Gun Violence
Our vision of success for every child means that children should have the opportunity to grow up with security, safety, stability, and respect from the
Applauding the 2023–24 Budget Proposal
First 5 San Mateo County, along with the First 5 Association of California, is applauding Governor Newsom’s proposed 2023-24 budget plan, which was released Tuesday.
Newsletter April 2022 | Fighting for Families on Advocacy Day
We gathered at the Capitol to raise key issues for families, providers, and above all, children. Last Tuesday, the First 5s across the state joined
What You Need to Know about Advocacy Day
Every year, First 5 San Mateo County, along with the First 5 Association and First 5s from counties across the state, participates in Advocacy Day,
January Newsletter: A Year in Review
As we move into 2022, we are taking a quick look back on everything we accomplished and initiated in 2021. Dear Community Members, 2021 has
Newsletter November 2021 | How is it Already 2022?
We are ringing in the new year early over here at First 5 SMC & we are so grateful for our outgoing First 5 San
Silicon Valley Community Foundation Family Story Project
Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic, families have weathered unforeseen impacts with strength and fortitude. The Silicon Valley Community Foundation set out to collect family stories of
It Takes a Village: The Story of the San Mateo County COVID-19 Child Care Response Team
Throughout COVID-19, we had the opportunity to come together with organizations throughout the area to make BIG impacts. When the pandemic struck in March 2020,