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First 5 Monterey County supports community partnerships and programs that enhance the lives of children, from the prenatal stages through age 5, and their families.
Vision
All children reach their full potential in a family and
community that values and respects childhood
To serve as a catalyst to create sustainable change in systems, policies and practices that enrich the development of children in their FIRST 5 years of life.
Guiding Principles
The Commission is guided by the principles of integrity, honesty and mutual respect towards others and encourages inclusiveness, collaboration and innovation in building an optimal system of support for young children. The Commission endeavors to support programs that are grounded in the best evidence of what works, that are able to demonstrate positive outcomes and that maximize additional sources of financial support.
