Latest News & Updates

Connections for Children (CFC) is strengthening its leadership team to enhance support for families and early educators. Jennifer Cowan has been promoted to CEO, Dr. Jessica Reynaga to Chief Program Officer, and Patricia Oliver joins as Chief Operating Officer. Together, they will drive CFC’s mission forward, expanding programs, increasing impact, and ensuring equitable access to quality early care and education.

In light of the recent Los Angeles wildfires, Connections for Children hosted an emergency response, free Air Purifier & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Distribution Event for child care providers. The event took place on Saturday, February 8th at our corporate office located in Westchester and was a drive-thru distribution. Materials for the event were donated by our partners at Baby 2 Baby and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Office for the Advancement of Early Care and Education (OAECE). Thanks to our wonderful partners, CFC staff, and the unwavering commitment of our providers, the event was a huge success!

Connections for Children's pleased to announce it has appointed Patricia Oliver as its new Chief Operating Officer, bringing over two decades of leadership experience in education, public relations, and community development. A South Los Angeles native, Oliver is committed to strengthening operations and expanding the organization’s impact on children, families, and early childhood education.

Connections for Children is excited to introduce the Historical Trauma Training Series to early care and education providers in partnership with Drew Child Development Corporation and the Child Care Alliance of Los Angeles.

Connections for Children remains open during the fires across Los Angeles to connect families and child care providers with emergency resources.

We are excited to highlight the remarkable success of Miles, the son of our dedicated Board Member, Erica Exberger. Recently, Miles organized a cornhole fundraiser that yielded impressive results, raising an astounding $2,012 for Connection for Children (CFC)! His hard work and commitment to enhancing early care and education resources for his peers is truly inspiring.

Save the Date! Holiday Angels 2024 will be taking place December 13th and 14th. We can’t wait to celebrate this season of joy with you and your family!

Exciting news for families in Torrance and surrounding areas! Connections for Children is expanding its reach and now offering Family Time at the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library.