Family to Family Connection, a nonprofit that empowers parents and caretakers with the tools to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children through parent education and community networking, has been awarded a grant of up to $30,000 through Cashman Family Foundation.
With the help of the grant, Family to Family Connection can continue its mission and expand its programming to include outreach to neighborhoods where families may not have transportation, in addition to providing more classes to families who are expecting a baby or have a newborn.
Grant contributions can be made online at www.gofundme.com/family2familyconnection and will be matched 100% at any amount up to a total of $30,000 through August 11th.
“Family to Family Connection supports families with young children by providing classes which prepare children to be ready for kindergarten and progress toward graduation,” said Dianne Farkas, executive director for the organization. “Parents learn about development, safety, nutrition and effective parenting. Families connect with other families while discovering various community resources. Strong families create strong communities.”
Family to Family Connection serves families with children from birth to age five at its center, located at 3900 S. Cambridge St., inside the Cambridge Community Center. Classes and programs offered include pre-kindergarten readiness, development activities, visits from community partners and monthly field trips. All classes are free but require advance registration in-person or by phone.
ABOUT FAMILY TO FAMILY CONNECTION
Founded in 1998 by Sandy Miller, former First Lady of Nevada, Family to Family Connection serves families with children from birth to age five and empowers parents and caretakers with the tools to provide a safe and nurturing environment for their children through parent education and community networking. In 2018, Family to Family Connection provided over 845 classes to 10,505 children and 8,207 adults. For more information, visit www.family2familylv.org or call 702-870-9583.
