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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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. …

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…

Play is far from frivolous—it is the foundational work of early childhood. Scientific research, including reports from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), consistently affirms…

This fall, we hosted two Embodied Healing for Collective Strength workshops with Dr. Laura Johnson, designed to support the well-being of local service providers through…