Preschool Resources
Works to inform, educate, connect, and inspire people who work with and on behalf of children throughout California. We provide useful, reader-friendly information on current issues, trends, and public policies that affect children and families, for families, early care and education staff, people who work with them, and advocates. Download a current copy of the Children's Advocate newsletter.
Health insurance for middle-income pregnant women provided at a low cost.
An organization of 60,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
CAPIT provides in-home visitation services to high-risk families with children ages 0-5 years including homes of domestic violence victims and/ or sexual abuse. These services are provided in rural and underserved populations throughout Fresno County.
This program provides nutritious meals to children and adults who receive care outside of the homes.
This agency uses legal tools to foster the development of quality, affordable child care
Provides recipes, resources and information on food safety and in the preparartion of nutritious meals. This information is useful to daycare providers who participate in CACFP and receive reimbursement for the they serve.
Provides information on educating parents on preventing missing, and abducted children with active databases such as Megan's Law.
Nonprofit adoption service that offers adoptive parents as well as birth mothers with useful information.
Child oriented resources for teaching kids how to say no to and protect themselves from abuse.
Information on child care standards and membership to NAEYC.
Provides technical assistance to family child-care associations. This assistance is provided through developing leadership and professionalism, addressing issues of diversity, and by promoting quality and professionalism through NAFCC's Family Child Care Accreditation.
A network of community-based child-care resource and referral agencies that gives voice to the child-care needs of families and communities. It offers many services to early childhood professionals and public policy makers, including publications, conferences and software.
An information center that links people to data that promotes the child-care delivery system, working to ensure that all children and families have access to high-quality comprehensive services.
NNCC networks with individuals around the country to bring practical information and resources that will be useful in everyday work with children.
Promotes health and safety in child-care settings that are provided out of the home throughout the nation.
Offers a number of health services both Spanish and English.
Committed to improving the quality of family child care by helping providers successfully manage their businesses. RNI also offers support to trainers, tax preparers and organizations who assist providers with their business.
Commonly asked questions about child care centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
A food and nutrition program for women and children.
Provide a centralized clearinghouse of information and services designed to improve child care providers' access to financial resources for facilities development projects in California.
Dedicated to advancing excellence throughout the early care and education profession. CAEYC envisions a respected professional workforce providing developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive, high-quality, early care and education for all young children achieved through research, education, professional development and advocacy.
The California Child Care Resource and Referral Network (Network) is the oldest, most well-established system of child care Resource and Referral (R&R) agencies in the United States. The Network combines practical knowledge at the local level with extensive experience in working on state and national child care policy. The unparalleled public and private support for child care R&R services in California is acclaimed throughout the country.
Improving compensation, training and working conditions in the field of early care and education.
This program encourages children to focus on healthy diets and excercise. The chapter designated for the Central Valley Region is funded by the Department of Health Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Services provided by the state of California in treatment of children with certain physical limitations, chronic health conditions or diseases.
Information regarding faith-based childcare and the Child Care Project.
Resources and information for child development contractors, families, and community members regarding child development programs funded by the State.
Resources and information for child development contractors operating CDE preschool programs and those operating a general child care program serving three-and four-year-old children.
Find information on child care licensing.
The largest mentoring program for child care professionals in the U.S. and one that links improved compensation with the Mentor
Rural teen pregnancy prevention
This program provides health care at a minimal cost to children younger than 19 with family incomes less than 250 percent of the federal poverty level, for children not eligible for no-cost Medi-Cal.
This agency provides information and referrals for pediatric dentists.
A direct link to CDD-801A and CDD-801B for California required data reporting on subsidized child care and development programs that is reported to the federal government.
CDPI is a non-profit organization with a board of diverse individuals form the early care and education, and family support non-profit fields. The Child Development Policy Institute promotes public policy that ensures children
Professional Growth, Grants, Child Development Permit Matrix
The Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) Assessment System is a statewide accountability and progress assessment system, which was implemented in January 2007 for preschool-age children with Individualize Education Programs (IEP).
A search engine serving as a library of resource documents relating to early care and education issues throughout California including preschool planning and implementation.
Preschool California is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to increase access to high-quality preschool for all of California
Preschool California is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to increase access to high-quality preschool for all of California
The 11th District PTA provides parents the opportunity to collaborate with other parents to help their local school.
This nonprofit organization helps children in Fresno County that have been refered by school nurses by providing them with winter clothes. During traumatic experiences, this organization also gives children teddy bears for comfort.
The California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) is brought to you by the California Department of Education, Child Development Division in collaboration with the Center for Child and Family Studies at WestEd and the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA). The purpose of the CPIN is to provide professional development and technical assistance to preschool teachers and administrators to ensure preschool children are ready for school.
This nonprofit organization is Fresno County's resource and referral agency for parents seeking childcare.
The Fresno County Centralized Eligibility List (CEL) is a countywide system that allows income qualified families to apply for assistance to pay for all or part of their child care needs.
The Valley's hospital for children.
This nonprofit organization is dedicated to helping children who have become dependents of the court system because of family abuse or neglect.
First 5 is an independent, public organization that was formed after the passing of Proposition 10. First 5 focuses on enhancing childrens' life from birth through age 5.
This local agency provides information about the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids program and Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program.
This agency administers and implements the Federal Child Support Program for the State of California.
A resource for services offered by Fresno County in the areas of mental health, welfare and other child services.
This agency provides adults with information regarding services for children, emergencies, welfare, employment and other services offered by Fresno County.
Search for books on parenting, health, and other topics, that may be checked out at no charge from the Fresno County Library. Visit the local branches to obtain a library card and to check out books.
Find library programs for teens and a homework center.
Find library programs for children and a homework center.
The Talking Book Library offers books and magazines for all ages on cassette tape and Braille to blind, visually impaired, or physically disabled persons. The library carries over 54,000 cassette books with material for all ages: fiction, non-fiction, biography, history, romance, suspense, mystery, science fiction, classics, and much more. Serves Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Tulare Counties.
This agency is focused on improving and assessing water safety programs, information and education on how to reduce drownings through water safety.
A private nonprofit organization that provides children and families services through Kinship centers, crisis nurseries, school-based services, behavioral sciences, shared family care, mentoring and truancy prevention to improve the lives of children.
A federally funded partnership between Fresno City College and Fresno County EOC/Head Start that provides resources and educational support to assist Fresno EOC Head Start Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Home Visitors.
A collaborative resource of participating physicians that provides Fresno patients with links to health information.
Offers mothers pre-natal programs to reduce the rate of premature birth and infant mortality by offering pregnancy workshops and special programs for low-income citizens.
Nonprofit organization that provides shelter and a crisis hotline to women recovering from domestic violence and homelessness.
A faith-based organization that engages community members in urban leadership that will result in transforming the economy and education with a spiritual influence.
A nonprofit organization serving 25 counties in Northern and Central California. PACEAPP is an Alternative Payment Program (APP), which has provided subsidized child care services to low-income families since 1976.
Birthing center for mothers with labor rooms that have private patios and soaking tubs.
Supportive Services, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, organized as a service, research, educational and advocacy agency for child care and related needs of children and families.
Supportive Services, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, organized as a service, research, educational and advocacy agency for child care and related needs of children and families.
This nonprofit organization focuses on violence prevention.
The Water Safety Council offer water safety instruction to children and parents.
The 11th District PTA provides parents the opportunity to collaborate with other parents to help their local school.
Works to inform, educate, connect, and inspire people who work with and on behalf of children throughout California. We provide useful, reader-friendly information on current issues, trends, and public policies that affect children and families, for families, early care and education staff, people who work with them, and advocates. Download a current copy of the Children's Advocate newsletter.
Health insurance for middle-income pregnant women provided at a low cost.
An organization of 60,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
This nonprofit organization helps children in Fresno County that have been refered by school nurses by providing them with winter clothes. During traumatic experiences, this organization also gives children teddy bears for comfort.
The California Child Care Resource and Referral Network (Network) is the oldest, most well-established system of child care Resource and Referral (R&R) agencies in the United States. The Network combines practical knowledge at the local level with extensive experience in working on state and national child care policy. The unparalleled public and private support for child care R&R services in California is acclaimed throughout the country.
This program encourages children to focus on healthy diets and excercise. The chapter designated for the Central Valley Region is funded by the Department of Health Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Services provided by the state of California in treatment of children with certain physical limitations, chronic health conditions or diseases.
Information regarding faith-based childcare and the Child Care Project.
Resources and information for child development contractors, families, and community members regarding child development programs funded by the State.
Rural teen pregnancy prevention
This program provides health care at a minimal cost to children younger than 19 with family incomes less than 250 percent of the federal poverty level, for children not eligible for no-cost Medi-Cal.
This agency provides information and referrals for pediatric dentists.
This nonprofit organization is Fresno County's resource and referral agency for parents seeking childcare.
The Fresno County Centralized Eligibility List (CEL) is a countywide system that allows income qualified families to apply for assistance to pay for all or part of their child care needs.
CAPIT provides in-home visitation services to high-risk families with children ages 0-5 years including homes of domestic violence victims and/ or sexual abuse. These services are provided in rural and underserved populations throughout Fresno County.
Provides information on educating parents on preventing missing, and abducted children with active databases such as Megan's Law.
The Valley's hospital for children.
This nonprofit organization is dedicated to helping children who have become dependents of the court system because of family abuse or neglect.
First 5 is an independent, public organization that was formed after the passing of Proposition 10. First 5 focuses on enhancing childrens' life from birth through age 5.
This local agency provides information about the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids program and Federal Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program.
This agency administers and implements the Federal Child Support Program for the State of California.
A resource for services offered by Fresno County in the areas of mental health, welfare and other child services.
This agency provides adults with information regarding services for children, emergencies, welfare, employment and other services offered by Fresno County.
Search for books on parenting, health, and other topics, that may be checked out at no charge from the Fresno County Library. Visit the local branches to obtain a library card and to check out books.
Find library programs for teens and a homework center.
Find library programs for children and a homework center.
The Talking Book Library offers books and magazines for all ages on cassette tape and Braille to blind, visually impaired, or physically disabled persons. The library carries over 54,000 cassette books with material for all ages: fiction, non-fiction, biography, history, romance, suspense, mystery, science fiction, classics, and much more. Serves Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Tulare Counties.
This agency is focused on improving and assessing water safety programs, information and education on how to reduce drownings through water safety.
A private nonprofit organization that provides children and families services through Kinship centers, crisis nurseries, school-based services, behavioral sciences, shared family care, mentoring and truancy prevention to improve the lives of children.
A federally funded partnership between Fresno City College and Fresno County EOC/Head Start that provides resources and educational support to assist Fresno EOC Head Start Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Home Visitors.
A collaborative resource of participating physicians that provides Fresno patients with links to health information.
Nonprofit adoption service that offers adoptive parents as well as birth mothers with useful information.
Child oriented resources for teaching kids how to say no to and protect themselves from abuse.
Offers mothers pre-natal programs to reduce the rate of premature birth and infant mortality by offering pregnancy workshops and special programs for low-income citizens.
Nonprofit organization that provides shelter and a crisis hotline to women recovering from domestic violence and homelessness.
Information on child care standards and membership to NAEYC.
NNCC networks with individuals around the country to bring practical information and resources that will be useful in everyday work with children.
Promotes health and safety in child-care settings that are provided out of the home throughout the nation.
A faith-based organization that engages community members in urban leadership that will result in transforming the economy and education with a spiritual influence.
A search engine serving as a library of resource documents relating to early care and education issues throughout California including preschool planning and implementation.
Offers a number of health services both Spanish and English.
Preschool California is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to increase access to high-quality preschool for all of California
Birthing center for mothers with labor rooms that have private patios and soaking tubs.
Supportive Services, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, organized as a service, research, educational and advocacy agency for child care and related needs of children and families.
This nonprofit organization focuses on violence prevention.
The Water Safety Council offer water safety instruction to children and parents.
A food and nutrition program for women and children.
Works to inform, educate, connect, and inspire people who work with and on behalf of children throughout California. We provide useful, reader-friendly information on current issues, trends, and public policies that affect children and families, for families, early care and education staff, people who work with them, and advocates. Download a current copy of the Children's Advocate newsletter.
Provide a centralized clearinghouse of information and services designed to improve child care providers' access to financial resources for facilities development projects in California.
Dedicated to advancing excellence throughout the early care and education profession. CAEYC envisions a respected professional workforce providing developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive, high-quality, early care and education for all young children achieved through research, education, professional development and advocacy.
Improving compensation, training and working conditions in the field of early care and education.
Resources and information for child development contractors operating CDE preschool programs and those operating a general child care program serving three-and four-year-old children.
Find information on child care licensing.
The largest mentoring program for child care professionals in the U.S. and one that links improved compensation with the Mentor
The California Preschool Instructional Network (CPIN) is brought to you by the California Department of Education, Child Development Division in collaboration with the Center for Child and Family Studies at WestEd and the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association (CCSESA). The purpose of the CPIN is to provide professional development and technical assistance to preschool teachers and administrators to ensure preschool children are ready for school.
This nonprofit organization is Fresno County's resource and referral agency for parents seeking childcare.
This program provides nutritious meals to children and adults who receive care outside of the homes.
This agency uses legal tools to foster the development of quality, affordable child care
Provides recipes, resources and information on food safety and in the preparartion of nutritious meals. This information is useful to daycare providers who participate in CACFP and receive reimbursement for the they serve.
A direct link to CDD-801A and CDD-801B for California required data reporting on subsidized child care and development programs that is reported to the federal government.
CDPI is a non-profit organization with a board of diverse individuals form the early care and education, and family support non-profit fields. The Child Development Policy Institute promotes public policy that ensures children
Professional Growth, Grants, Child Development Permit Matrix
The Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) Assessment System is a statewide accountability and progress assessment system, which was implemented in January 2007 for preschool-age children with Individualize Education Programs (IEP).
A federally funded partnership between Fresno City College and Fresno County EOC/Head Start that provides resources and educational support to assist Fresno EOC Head Start Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Home Visitors.
Information on child care standards and membership to NAEYC.
Provides technical assistance to family child-care associations. This assistance is provided through developing leadership and professionalism, addressing issues of diversity, and by promoting quality and professionalism through NAFCC's Family Child Care Accreditation.
A network of community-based child-care resource and referral agencies that gives voice to the child-care needs of families and communities. It offers many services to early childhood professionals and public policy makers, including publications, conferences and software.
An information center that links people to data that promotes the child-care delivery system, working to ensure that all children and families have access to high-quality comprehensive services.
NNCC networks with individuals around the country to bring practical information and resources that will be useful in everyday work with children.
Promotes health and safety in child-care settings that are provided out of the home throughout the nation.
Preschool California is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to increase access to high-quality preschool for all of California
A nonprofit organization serving 25 counties in Northern and Central California. PACEAPP is an Alternative Payment Program (APP), which has provided subsidized child care services to low-income families since 1976.
Committed to improving the quality of family child care by helping providers successfully manage their businesses. RNI also offers support to trainers, tax preparers and organizations who assist providers with their business.
Supportive Services, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, organized as a service, research, educational and advocacy agency for child care and related needs of children and families.
Commonly asked questions about child care centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
