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Kid Builders

Kid Builders is an easy way to help your child grow in six areas: their mind, words, body, relationships, safety and health. All of these areas are important for your child to be healthy and ready to succeed in school and in life! Learning and growing is fun with activities and information from Kid Builders.

First 5 OC Celebrates Mother's Day

A mother’s love can lay the foundation for a child’s lifelong health, learning, and emotional well-being. Early childhood attachments, nurtured through simple moments of care and connection, create a sense of safety and belonging that lasts a lifetime. This May, First 5 OC celebrates the powerful bond between mothers and their young children: every hug, word, and smile shapes a brighter future.

Get your young children involved in the celebration with these fun, creative suggestions from PBS Kids.

First 5 OC Releases Request for Applications

First 5 Orange County has released a Request for Applications (RFA) for the Learning Series and Technical Assistance Program for the Black PEARL Model for Systemic Integration of Community-Based Maternal Support Services.

Submit applications electronically to First5OC@cfcoc.ocgov.com no later than May 22, 2025 by 3:00 p.m. (Pacific Time).

Are you concerned about your child's speech and language development?

Your child’s words matter! As they grow, they’re learning how to express themselves, understand others, and connect with the world around them. Whether your child is right on track with speech milestones or still working toward them, First 5 OC is here to help. With simple activities and new videos, you can support your child’s language and communication skills in fun, everyday ways.

What We Do

Through partnerships and strategic resource allocation, First 5 Orange County works to ensure all children reach their full potential.

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Our Priorities

Whether it’s well-child visits and screenings, finding quality child care or advocating to government leaders, we look for solutions to pressing issues facing young children and families.

Our Impact

“First 5 OC gives us information, it gives us support. It helps us make sure we’re on the right track. It certainly is a group that we turn to when we need help.”

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