May 25, 2022 There is pain that goes beyond description and...
Author: Kim Belshé
Justice Finds A Starting Point
April 21, 2021 It took 9 minutes and 29 seconds for George...
No Vaccine for Racism
March 19, 2021 Earlier this week, America’s crisis of racist...
Moving Forward, Together in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dear Friends, First 5 LA’s commitment to young children and families and partners is unwavering during this time. Our work continues to be grounded in our Strategic Plan and our values as we further our commitment in this quickly changing environment. During this...
An Update to Our Partners on COVID-19 from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
Dear Partners: Thank you for your leadership and critical work to support children, families and communities as well as your employees in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize the considerable strain on your organizations as you plan and prepare to respond...
A Letter to Our Partners from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
FOR INFORMATION AND RESOURCES REGARDING COVID-19, CLICK HERE. Dear Partners, First 5 LA cares deeply for you and your health and safety during this time of increased public health concern surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus. We are partners in our shared commitment...
A California Budget Proposal that Prioritizes Young Children
Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget builds upon the robust leadership he and the Legislature demonstrated last year to prioritize young children. Once again, we see the Governor prioritizing a comprehensive approach to give our youngest children the best start in...
First 5 LA: State Budget Reflects Governor Newsom and Legislative Leaders’ Comprehensive Commitment to Children and Families
LOS ANGELES – First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé today commended Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders for enacting a strong budget that reflects a comprehensive commitment to California’s young children and families. “Governor Newsom and the Legislature...
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé on State Senate and State Assembly’s Proposed California State Budget
LOS ANGELES –First 5 LA today released the following statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé regarding the California State Senate and State Assembly’s passage of their proposed State Budget: “We applaud the Assembly and the Senate for prioritizing California’s...
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé on Governor Newsom’s May Revision to the California State Budget
LOS ANGELES – First 5 LA today released the following statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé responding to Governor Gavin Newsom’s May Revision to the State Budget:“Governor Newsom’s actions for young children and families speak louder than words. He is building...
