Welcome.

Since 1977, The Thriving Families CA (TFC) Foundation has been dedicated to strengthening families via connections to child care and other essential services that are critical to breaking the cycle of poverty and achieving economic self-sufficiency. Our community-based programs and services are located in each of California’s 58 counties and are uniquely positioned to address the complex and evolving needs of underserved and marginalized populations. Every day, our membership verifies and provides subsidies for tens of thousands of impoverished working families to access child care needed to support employment and a robust workforce, as well as comprehensive wraparound supports—including food security, stable housing, transportation, mental health services, domestic violence intervention, home visiting, health care access, legal assistance, and immigration supports.


August 18, 2025

Every day, our membership verifies and provides subsidies for tens of thousands of impoverished working families to access child care needed to support employment and a robust workforce, as well as comprehensive wraparound supports—including food security, stable housing, transportation, mental health services, domestic violence intervention, home visiting, health care access, legal assistance, and immigration support. Learn more about our network of 70+ public and private community-based organizations here.

As our June 2025 Featured Agency, see how Child Action, Inc. is supporting the needs of family child care providers and families in Sacramento County.

Join Thriving Families CA (TFC) Foundation Today!

Your membership in TFC is one of the best investments you can make in your business. Don't wait another minute! Join or renew today and take advantage of all the benefits of membership. Lend your voice to TFC's advocacy and get first-hand information about the state of child care issues in California.

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Latest News (Updated 08/18/2025)

  • CCDD Monthly Contractor Meeting 
    Next meeting will be on August 21st, 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.
    Zoom Registration

  • Early Childhood Policy Council Meeting Notice and Agenda
    Wednesday, August 27, 2025
    9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

    Physical Meeting Information:  
    1000 G Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
    WestEd, 5th floor, Capitol Room
    Virtual Meeting Information:
    Please use this Zoom link to register in advance for the meeting

  • SAVE THE DATE: Equity-Centered Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) Advisory Panel
  • Renew your Annual Support of Thriving Families CA Foundation! Learn More Here. 

  • In collaboration with HeadStart CA and our federal advocacy partners, TFC will be hosting resources and updates on HeadStart and federal social safety net programs on our new webpage HeadStart and Social Safety Net Programs.


Register for the TFC Weekly Member Connections Tuesday calls Here.