Welcome.Since 1977, 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 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.
Who We Serve 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 →October 2026 Member Highlight Community Action Partnership of KernInterview with Kelly Lowry, Program Administrator Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) works across Kern County to address poverty and strengthen communities through direct services and partnerships. Led by Kelly Lowry, CAPK’s Food Bank works through a network of more than 150 partner sites to address food insecurity throughout the region. Each month, the program distributes approximately 1.5 to 2 million pounds of food and assists an average of 158,000 people. Latest NewsUpdated 10/12/26 CDSS Updates NEWCCB 26-24 · September 29, 2026 Fiscal Year 2026-27 California Alternative Payment Program (CAPP) Slots AllocationsCCB 26-23 · October 2, 2026 Alternative Payment Program Administrative Support AllocationContractor Resources Fiscal Handbook · FY 2025–26 Enrollment, Attendance, and Fiscal Reporting and Reimbursement Procedures for Child Care and Development ContractsFunding Terms and Conditions · FY 2025-26 Funding Terms and Conditions FY 2025-26 Summary of Changes 2025-26 FTC-Program RequirementsTFC Resources Head Start and Social Safety Net Programs
In collaboration with HeadStart CA and our federal advocacy partners, TFC hosts resources and updates on Head Start and federal social safety net programs. State Budget
All budget-related information, updated as it is released. Get Involved 2028-2030 CCDF State Plan Input Sessions
Upcoming input sessions on California’s Child Care and Development Fund State Plan. TFC Weekly Member Connections
Tuesday calls for members. Email [email protected] to register. 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. Join or Renew Membership benefits → |
