First 5 Sierra

The First 5 Sierra County Children and Families Commission (herein referred to as First 5 Sierra) was formed following the passage of California Proposition 10 (Prop 10). The Prop 10 initiative added taxes on cigarette and other to***co products to fund early childhood health, development and education programs, family supports, and systems change efforts designed to improve services for young chi

ldren and their families. First 5 Sierra operates under the policy direction of the First 5 Sierra Children and Families Commission. It has an annual budget of approximately $300,000 made up of Prop 10 funds. As a small county, First 5 Sierra is dependent on Small Population County Augmentation Funds (SPCFA) provided by First 5

California. Funds are used to provide services and make system improvements that support young children and families. The aim is to invest effectively in a network of prevention and early intervention supports for families with young children. First 5 Sierra has established, as mandated by law, this strategic plan in order to effectively guide the Commission in its efforts to realize its vision and achieve its mission.