Children's Council of San Francisco

Children spend upwards of 40 hours per week in childcare, giving child care educators a unique opportunity to shape healthy behaviors at a young age. That’s why at Children’s Council of San Francisco, we offer health and nutrition programming that fosters child care environments that support good nutrition and ample opportunities for physical activity. To support our child care educators in our programs, we provide regular onsite coaching and individualized assistance. We understand that transportation barriers can affect our educators' access to our trainings and resources... To read more, please see our blog post on sodatax-sf.org.

Children’s Council is pleased to announce that José A. Rodríguez will serve as Chief Human Resources Officer for the 50-year-old organization. “We are pleased to welcome José to the leadership team at Children’s Council,” said Eric Fischer, Interim CEO. “We are thrilled that he will bring his extensive skills, experience, talents, and knowledge to bear in support of the mission and vision of Children’s Council for children, families, and the early care community in San Francisco and beyond…!” LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR NEW CHRO: https://lnkd.in/g9DMWwbD

Amid staggering child-care costs in San Francisco and across the country, viewers of the first 2024 presidential debate late last month looking for answers from the two candidates competing for the nation’s highest office said they were left feeling empty-handed. Children’s Council San Francisco estimates that parents here pay $29,000 annually for infant care on average, making it the second-biggest expense for families after housing. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/g5iM7i8n

Our Health and Nutrition Team is launching their Farm to ECE Program! Throughout the summer, they’ll deliver organic produce boxes to 20 Family Child Care Homes participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) through four food hubs. These fresh, nutritious ingredients will be incorporated into their meals, snacks, and nutrition education, supporting healthy eating habits for our little ones. #SFSodaTax #SodaTaxGrantee This project was made possible with funding by www.sodatax-sf.org.

Children’s Council of San Francisco, Parent Voices San Francisco and the SF ECE Advocacy Coalition successfully negotiated and pushed back against budget cuts to Baby Prop C, ultimately protecting over $32 million in future funding for child care. We worked closely with Supervisor Myrna Melgar’s office to make amendments to the city hall budget legislation.

As we approach Juneteenth, a day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, it is fitting to reflect on the resilience and achievements of the Black community. The commitment of our child care providers embodies the spirit of Juneteenth, as they work tirelessly to uplift and empower the next generation. We recently gathered to honor 21 incredible Black and African American child care educators, our Legacy Providers who have dedicated their lives to nurturing and educating the children of San Francisco. These remarkable individuals have been in business for anywhere from 15 to an astonishing 47 years, making a lasting mark on our community. ➡️ Read more of Margarita’s blog post and see the list of Legacy Providers: https://lnkd.in/gxStMSH7

This year, as Children’s Council marks our 50th anniversary, we're inspired by the legacy we've built together – half a century of nurturing children and supporting families. Now, more than ever, we recognize the significance of cultivating these roots and fostering an environment where every child can thrive. This season, we're reaching out to our community to help grow our future in the most meaningful way. Using FreeWill's intuitive online tools, you can secure your legacy and ensure that future generations of parents and children have access to quality child care and education. It takes just minutes to plan a legacy gift to Children’s Council and plant seeds of hope for a brighter future. Best of all, it costs nothing today and will help us thrive for the next 50 years and beyond. "I chose to make a planned gift to Children’s Council because I’ve seen the direct impact of the help that Children’s Council provides to the families that I work with. Paying for childcare is very stressful for many families. Children’s Council does a fantastic job in alleviating that burden so caregivers can be productive members of the workforce, and focus on the wellbeing of their families.” - Masako, Children's Council Legacy Donor Thank you for your unwavering support! Here’s to honoring our past, celebrating the present, and growing our future. https://lnkd.in/guEWx7AZ

As we approach Father's Day, do you know a special dad, father-figure, caregiver or other person who would make a great Early Childhood Educator? The Black Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Career Development Pipeline is currently accepting new applications for Cohort 4 which starts in August 2024. In partnership with the Dream Keeper Initiative, Children's Council's Pipeline program is committed to increasing the number of Black early educators in San Francisco. Join us in spreading the word! For more information, please visit Black ECE Career Development Pipeline Program (which has the application link) or reach out the Black ECE Achievement Team at [email protected].

Children’s Council of San Francisco and the SF ECE Advocacy Coalition rallied over 100 parents, providers and children to speak up at City Hall against up to $65 million in reductions to early care and education baseline funding. We were successful in getting the Board of Supervisors to table the budget proposal until the City of San Francisco negotiates with the ECE community. Thank you to Supervisor Myrna Melgar for strongly advocating on our behalf.

Children’s Council of San Francisco and the SF ECE Advocacy Coalition provided Supervisor Ahsha Safai a tour of Our Special Place and Billygoats, two childcare sites in District 11, through administrators Mary Evelyn Thomas and Angelica Guerrero, respectively. We were also joined by Esperanza Estrada, parents, and Children’s Council staff Alan Wong and Sierra Fischer. We are so thankful to Supervisor Safai for cosponsoring a resolution at the Board of Supervisors to get “Baby” Prop C implemented!