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Our Investments

First 5 Kern has invested over $220 million into local programs that support young families and early childhood.

But we do more than just provide grant funding. First 5 Kern provides program, evaluation, and marketing support to help ensure success of those investments. To review the First 5 Kern Strategic Plan for the 2025-2028 funding cycle, click here.

Child Health & Development

GOAL
To ensure all children will have an early start toward good health, wellness, and development.
OBJECTIVE 1.1
Increase positive pregnancy outcomes for expectant mothers through all-encompassing prenatal care services.
OBJECTIVE 1.2
Increase the accessibility to comprehensive screenings in health, dental, vision, mental well-being, and developmental progress for every child, as well as ensuring they receive essential preventive care services.
OBJECTIVE 1.3
Reduce instances of child injuries through prevention programs and fostering a culture of safety awareness among families and communities.

Resilient Families

GOAL
Equip every parent, guardian, and caregiver with understanding of early child development, effective parenting practices, and the resources offered by the community
OBJECTIVE 2.1
Support the provision of tailored case management and focused clinical assistance to both children and their families.
OBJECTIVE 2.2
Strengthen resilient families through comprehensive parent education and robust family support services.
OBJECTIVE 2.3
Increase comprehensive access for both parents and children to family strengthening social supports, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary resources and tools to foster resilience and overall well-being.

Quality Early Learning

GOAL
Strengthen early learning and childcare to support all children
OBJECTIVE 3.1
Increase children’s school readiness through their active participation in early learning and childcare services.
OBJECTIVE 3.2
Increase the accessibility of early learning and childcare services tailored for special population children.

Strong Systems

GOAL
Enhance community systems to consistently address the needs of every child and family with high-quality, lasting solutions
OBJECTIVE 4.1
Collaborate with multiple partners on initiatives to support children and their families, improving coordination and integration within the community.
OBJECTIVE 4.2
Provide communications that educate, promote, and shift attitudes and behaviors regarding children prenatal to five.
**Strong Systems is an internal Focus Area that First 5 Kern uses to measure our engagement with community-wide partnerships

Kern County Disparities

Funding Opportunities

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Community Event Support

Events such as educational conferences, health fairs, family events, and car seat giveaways support for young children and their families, and may be eligible to receive funding.

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Additional
Initiatives

The bulk of First 5 Kern funding is distributed through the current 2025-2028 Funding Cycle. Additional investment opportunities…

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