One kid at a time.
It takes a village.

What was amazing to me was how staff would pull kids in: with 1 on 1 talks, and group “sit-downs” where "staff shared wisdom and taught about respecting each other and ourselves. I knew Family 1st Foundation was special because the staff have goals and hopes for their children which reach far beyond being simply good students.

Cal Student Volunteer

Fam 1st follows the old school way of raising a family, “ It takes a village”. Which is so true. The Fam 1st village is outstanding. They have done so much for my child I don’t even know where to start. When my son first started the program in the summer of 2018. He was welcomed to the family with open arms and love. Andre attended summer school across the street from W.O.Y.C. Every day he was totally excited to attend, he wondered what fun things he was going to do the next day. By the end of the summer, I saw a huge change in my son. He was much more mature and self-controlled. He was excited to return (HE is usually not too happy to attend a place of learning but this wasn’t the case.) He was open to learning new things and now was able to advocate for himself, by letting an adult know when he’s having a bad day or if he needs help with his work, instead of getting frustrated and having a meltdown. He has been given a strong sense of unity and a high level of respect for himself and others. The things this center does is remarkable.

M.Selmon, Parent

My kids had an awesome time. Everyone cared for my kids like they were their own. 

Anonymous Survey

Thank You so much for all your hard work. My kids and myself were nervous at first, since it was our first time. By the end of the the summer program my kids said this was by far one of their best summers. I can't thank everyone enough. Thank you for your time and your dedication towards the children. most importantly, Thank You for allowing us to be apart of this BEAUTIFUL FAMILY."

Anonymous Partner