First 5 Merced County

First 5 Merced County Building a better future for California's youngest children.
🔗 linktr.ee/F5Merced Californians believe that our state’s children are a top priority.

That’s why in 1998 voters passed Proposition 10, adding a 50-cent tax to each pack of ci******es sold to create First 5 California, also known as the California Children and Families Commission. First 5 California is dedicated to improving the lives of California’s young children and their families through a comprehensive system of education, health services, childcare, and other crucial programs.

Since its creation a decade ago, First 5 California has brought these critical services to millions of parents, caregivers, and children ages 0 to 5, and we’re striving to reach thousands more every day. First 5 California distributes funds to local communities through the state’s 58 individual counties, all of which have created their own local First 5 County Commissions. Eighty percent of the annual revenues are allocated to the 58 County Commissions, while the remaining 20 percent fund the state’s overall guiding programs and administrative costs. The amount of funding provided to each First 5 County Commission is based upon the area’s birth rate. Funds are used to address the local needs of communities statewide. For more information about statewide efforts, contact First 5 California at http://www.ccfc.ca.gov

05/29/2026
Your words matter 💭💚The way we speak to ourselves can shape our mindset, confidence, and growth. This Mental Health Awar...
05/28/2026

Your words matter 💭💚

The way we speak to ourselves can shape our mindset, confidence, and growth. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s practice replacing self-doubt with self-compassion and growth.

Gentle reminder: it’s okay to water your own plant first 🌱

Join the 3rd Annual Building Brighter Futures Conference 💜A day dedicated to empowering families, improving maternal and...
05/27/2026

Join the 3rd Annual Building Brighter Futures Conference 💜
A day dedicated to empowering families, improving maternal and infant health outcomes, and supporting parent-child wellbeing in Merced County.

🗓 Thursday, June 4, 2026
📍 MCOE Downtown – Professional Development Center
⏰ 8:30AM–3:30PM

Lunch provided • Limited spots available • CEs available*
Scan the QR code to register and learn more!

Friendly reminder: Our office will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day 🇺🇸
05/22/2026

Friendly reminder: Our office will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Supporting healthy moms & healthy babies every step of the way 🤍Scan the QR code to learn more! ✨
05/19/2026

Supporting healthy moms & healthy babies every step of the way 🤍
Scan the QR code to learn more! ✨

05/14/2026
This Sunday, come together with Univision Fresno and the Merced County District Attorney's for the Family Day event, fea...
05/13/2026

This Sunday, come together with Univision Fresno and the Merced County District Attorney's for the Family Day event, featuring a variety of free activities. Bring the entire family along for a day of fun!

Este domingo, únanse a Univision Fresno y a la Fiscalía del Condado de Merced para el evento Día de la Familia, que contará con una variedad de actividades gratuitas. ¡Traigan a toda la familia para un día de diversión!

📚✨ Get ready for a morning full of books, fun, and community! Join Merced Union High School for the Extravaganza in Atwa...
05/12/2026

📚✨ Get ready for a morning full of books, fun, and community! Join Merced Union High School for the Extravaganza in Atwater on May 16 from 9AM to 11AM at Atwater High School (2201 Fruitland Ave, Atwater CA, 95301).
Families can enjoy:
📘FREE books
🍽️FREE Food (while supplies last)
🎒FREE School Supplies (while supplies last)
Bring the whole family and celebrate the joy of reading. Scan the QR code to register! 📚❤️

📚✨¡Prepárense para una mañana llena de libros, diversión y comunidad! Acompaños a Merced Union High School en la Extravaganza en Atwater, el 16 de mayo, de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m. en Atwater High School (2201 Fruitland Ave, Atwater CA, 95301).
Las familias podrán disfrutar de:
📘 Libros GRATIS
🍽️ Comida GRATIS (hasta agotar existencias)
🎒 Útiles escolares GRATIS (hasta agotar existencias)
Traigan a toda la familia y celebren la alegría de la lectura. ¡Escaneen el código QR para registrarse!📚❤️

You don't have to do this alone!Join this supportive Empowerment Program focused on healing, growth, and community for w...
05/07/2026

You don't have to do this alone!
Join this supportive Empowerment Program focused on healing, growth, and community for women with child(ren) 0-5.
📍Merced, CA
📅Starts May 8, 2026
⏰4:30PM-6:00PM

🚨Limited spots available!

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260 E 15th Street
Merced, CA
95341

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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