The Children and Families Commission of Orange County supports organizations that provide health, early education and development services to children and their families, from the prenatal stage through age five. The Commission’s goal is to fund and support the most needed and effective services so that Orange County children grow up great– healthy and ready to learn. The Commission receives funds from the 1998 Proposition 10 tobacco tax initiative. In 2009-2010, the Commission spent $51.6 million to fund Orange County service organizations.
Summary: What Can We Do in One Year?
- 2,840,536 services provided to children and families
- 384,199 children and families served
- 57,772 health screens provided and 12,069 well-child checks for children
- 22,276 children’s developmental growth was measured and linked with developmental services when needed
- 4,985 children—who previously had no health care home—have a place for regular health care
- 35,907 children were assisted with health insurance
- 5,971 children received treatment at dental clinics and 19,237 children’s dental health was assessed
- 161,366 pregnant women, mothers and young children who are homeless, were provided shelter bed nights
- 11,181 children were enrolled in school readiness programs
- 78,971 children were read to in pediatric waiting areas
The Annual Report summary describes the Commission’s strategic priorities and the many programs it supports. To read the report, please click here.