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.


July 14, 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 7/17/2025)

  • SAVE THE DATE: Rate & Quality Advisory Panel
    The meeting is scheduled on August 7, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Zoom Registration

  • We Need You! Volunteers are the fuel that power Thriving Families CA Foundation. TFC Foundation offers a variety of ways for our members to get involved, from short-term volunteer projects to committee, and board service. With every new volunteer, TFC Foundation grows more energized, more diverse and inclusive, and better equipped to reach our common goal. Volunteer for a TFC Foundation Committee!
  • 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.