Empowering Families, Enriching Minds
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FELTON'S EARLY CARE & EDUCATION (ECE)
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Since 1971, our Early Care and Education programs have grown from one site to seven, serving San Francisco’s most underserved families. Rooted in compassion and innovation, we meet children and families where they are, supporting them through poverty, trauma, and rising costs with care that stretches far beyond the classroom.
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ECE PRESCHOOL CELEBRATION
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Our Early Care & Education (ECE) programs celebrated their 15th Annual Preschool Graduation: Cradle to College, at San Francisco State University!
This year was extra special with keynote speaker and ECE alum Marvin Adan Montoya, who shared his full-circle journey from preschool to educator. We were also treated to heartwarming performances from our graduates, led by the talented Child Development & Parenting Specialist, Andres Cepeda.
At Felton, our ECE programs are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child is seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.
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In June, we shared photos capturing the energy and joy of Felton’s Teenage Pregnancy and Parenting (TAPP) program graduates from Hilltop High School.
Now, you can take a look inside their journey and see what makes this program so unique.
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In 2024, Felton launched SEEDS to directly respond to long-standing gaps in early intervention access, including long waitlists and delayed services.
As part of San Francisco’s Early Connections initiative, SEEDS delivers free, inclusive developmental playgroups for children ages 0–5 with suspected or moderate delays, offering compassionate and critical support.
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It’s a time to celebrate the growth and achievements of our young learners while acknowledging the vital role nonprofits play in shaping their futures. Engaging with these events highlights the importance of community support and collaboration in creating a nurturing environment for children. Graduates deserve to be celebrated, and these reflections can inspire ongoing commitment to early childhood initiatives.
Let’s come together to honor the hard work of educators, families, and nonprofits that contribute to children's success.
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Felton Institute marks 60 years of operating the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program in San Francisco, where older adults mentor children in schools while receiving stipends. Founded in 1965, the program builds meaningful connections across generations. With funding renewed for 2025-2026, Felton honors the dedicated AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serving in the program and welcomes new volunteers to join this rewarding mission.
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Fostering Health and Resilience
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2024 was marked by rapid expansion of programs across ten counties. The breadth of our programs and services encompasses a multitude of support that includes programs making communities safer, providing a lifeline to those struggling with mental health issues, to providing a pathway for intergenerational educational success, and more.
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Embracing a community-led approach, we understand the value of partnerships that inspire and lead to successful outcomes; from grassroots pioneers to government agencies putting individuals and families first, we are dedicated to joining our partners and communities in upholding the sustainability and dignity of all we serve.
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Rooted in equity, Felton Institute transforms quality of life and promotes social justice to accelerate community led change.
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© Felton Institute 2025 | (415) 474-7310 | communications@felton.org
Felton Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under EIN 94-1156530
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