Category: Humboldt County Updates

New Nonprofit Supporting First 5 Humboldt Announces “The Belonging Project”: A Permanent Home for First 5 Humboldt to Serve Children, Families, and Community Partners

Eureka, CA – First 5 Humboldt has created a new nonprofit, the Humboldt Children and Families Foundation, to support their programs as the dedicated state…
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2026 QCC Provider Testimonials

A total of 80 individual childcare providers representing 40 childcare programs participated in the 4 grants under the QCC umbrella this year. The grants include…
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Nurturing Humboldt Podcast: Recent Episodes

Our latest Nurturing Humboldt podcast episodes continue to center the real experiences of families and those who support them, offering practical insight, reflection, and grounded…
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2026 CAAEYC Conference Update

The California Association for the Education of Young Children held its annual conference in Pasadena in April, and 4 members of the First 5 ECCE…
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First 5 Humboldt Awards $147,000 to Support Playgroups Throughout Humboldt County

First 5 Humboldt has awarded a total of $147,000 in grants to help support 19 free Playgroups for families with young children throughout Humboldt County.…
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Unity in Uncertain Times: Navigating the Shutdown Together

When the federal government shutdown stalled SNAP benefits (CalFresh) in November, the impact was felt immediately across the Redwood Coast. In Humboldt County, where approximately…
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ECE Professional Development

Humboldt County has a rich system of training opportunities for early childhood educators. Whether earning stipends through one of the Quality Counts Grants or gaining…
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Childcare Quality Improvement Supports

Childcare is a dynamic industry. For those engaged in the daily work of educating young children, it can be rewarding, demanding, and filled with joy. …
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Transitioning to Online Playgroup Registration and Daily Sign-In

Starting September 1, all playgroup families—new and returning—will be asked to complete an annual registration form for the 2025–2026 fiscal year using our new online…
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