Philanthropy Spotlight: Child & Family Resources
Child & Family Resources
Child & Family Resources has a long history of building community collaborations that address unmet needs and gaps in social services. The agency was originally known as The Tucson Association for Child Care in 1970.
The goal was to mobilize communities to develop quality childcare options for low-income families. As the agency grew and took on new challenges, the name was changed to reflect the wider scope of programs.
Being a parent presents special challenges and joys. Some parents are faced with even harder challenges such as having a child with developmental disabilities, living in poverty, or not being able to provide basic needs for their children. CFR’s in-home Family Support Specialists teach parents how to be the best parents they can be despite these challenges.
CFR’s youth programs teach teens how to be leaders in their schools and communities. They also teach teens how to make the best choices for themselves and their bodies.
Additionally, CFR’s services for childcare providers help them provide the highest quality child care possible. Investment in quality early childhood care saves money by increasing the likelihood that children will be literate, employed, enrolled in post secondary education, and less likely to be school dropouts, dependent on welfare or arrested for criminal activity.
Get Involved!
There are a variety of great ways to engage with Child & Family Resources!
Attend an event: CFR hosts several events in Tucson and Phoenix throughout the year including Champions for Children & Families fundraisers. Click here to view their EVENTS!
Volunteer: Share your time and knowledge with families, children, and teens. Click here to learn how to VOLUNTEER!
