As we count down to National Home Visiting Week in April, First 5 OC is proud to launch a special storytelling series dedicated to the incredible Home Visitors who serve families across Orange County. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be sharing real stories, voices,...
Families gathered once again at the Anaheim Sunkist Library for another engaging session of First 5 OC’s Kid Builders Story Time series, part of our ongoing partnership with Orange County Public Libraries. This story time spotlighted our Health Builder activities,...
Child care access remains a critical challenge for working families across Orange County. First 5 OC was recently awarded $75,000 by the office of Supervisor Sarmiento to support our growing Child Care Business Incubator Program. Through this initiative, aspiring...
The Orange County Behavioral Health Integrated Plan is a comprehensive three-year roadmap that outlines how the county will coordinate and fund mental health and substance use disorder services. The plan is developed through a transparent Community Program Planning...
First 5 OC proudly hosted the inaugural “Spring Into Action” Community Clothing Exchange at the Village; it was a morning of support, connection, and shared resources for local families. The event was created in response to a growing need for basic essentials...
First 5 OC, in partnership with the National Fatherhood Initiative, is proud to present ProFathering15, a free, self-paced online learning experience designed for dads. The interactive program strengthens skills in fathering, parenting, and building healthy...
First 5 Orange County has released the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding the 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...
President & CEO Kim Goll represented First 5 OC at the Orange County Community Foundation’s 2026 OC Economic Opportunity Report Release, where regional leaders reviewed data and strategies to strengthen our economy. While the report recognized childcare as an...
Do you want to make a difference for families during the critical perinatal period? Join First 5 Orange County and help give every child the strongest start in life. As a Perinatal Community Health Worker, you’ll connect families to vital resources, build trust, and...
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. This RFA invites submissions from...