First 5 Ventura County. . .
Because the first 5 years impact a lifetime, First 5 Ventura County is making sound investments in the future of children. Early brain research tells us that ages 0-5 are critical years for developing lifelong social, emotional and learning skills. By working with parents, school districts, community leaders, social service and healthcare agencies, First 5 Ventura County helps to design and fund a network of essential services for young children and their families. We put kids first with community-based health, early learning and family strengthening programs anchored by 11 locally designed Neighborhoods for Learning. Through these ground-breaking efforts, First 5 is changing the face of Ventura County, investing more than $11 million this year alone in our community's greatest asset, its children.
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First 5: Important Role in RTT Win
First 5 commissions played a important role in the success of California's federal Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge-- a highly competitive win that will bring more than $50 million statewide
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F5VC Loan Invests in Community ChildcareDemand exceeds the supply of childcare in Fillmore, particularly for infants and toddlers. Alma Ferrel, owner of ABC Family Child Care in Fillmore, is part of the solution. Color:
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Local Leaders Hear form Nobel LaureateVentura County business and community leaders gathered virtually with business men and women from across the state and Nobel laureate, economist James Heckman, PhD, to learn about the Color:
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Text4Baby Supports Healthy PregnanciesFirst 5 Ventura County wants to encourage new and future parents to try out an innovative program that helps ensure an informed pregnancy and first year. Color:
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Good for Kids CampaignF5VC's Good for Kids Campaign is focused on: increasing healthy options available for young children at Ventura County restaurants, encouraging children to eat more fruits and vegetables Color:
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