THE COMMITTEE FOR HISPANIC CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INC

Programs

1. Family child care network - chcf fccn serves affiliated child care providers and their families. Children receive support services from the network in the areas of education, health, safety and nutrition. Our providers receive resources that allow them to develop professionally under the guidance of professionals who specialize in each area.our commitment to families has led us to develop community strategies that encourage families to actively participate in family engagement, in their child care programs and in their communities.fccn has connected with the bronx community through face-to-face activities that include educational activities and materials, literacy promotion, support and guidance in early intervention services, food and school supply donations to the community we serve.

   $5,136,316 spentof which $27,000 as grants$40,870 earned by the program
   44% of program spending

2. Early head start - our early head start program provides free, high-quality childcare services to 223 children in the bronx and brooklyn, in partnership with trusted childcare providers and a center-based program in the bronx. Our holistic approach encompasses the entire family, childcare providers, and the community, fostering a nurturing environment that promotes healthy development, social-emotional growth, and school readiness.we offer free educational childcare services to low-income families, children in foster care, homeless families, and other vulnerable populations. Our program is designed to support families in achieving their goals, providing a foundation for long-term success and stability. Our program works in partnership with childcare providers to offer the necessary supports to the families they serve. This collaborative approach ensures that families receive comprehensive services, including:- free diapers, wipes, nutritious meals and formula throughout our program- individualized support and guidance for families- access to community resources and referrals- opportunities for parental involvement and educationin our center-based program, we employ the reggio…

   $2,910,367 spent
   25% of program spending

3. Early care & education institute- aims to improve the quality of childcare programs and education for young, primarily latino, children in new york city through the professional development of their educators and the education of their parents. The institute accomplishes its mission by guiding participants through courses, workshops, and hands-on support, tailored specifically for educators that serve hispanic nyc children and offered in both english and spanish.

   $1,577,359 spent
   14% of program spending

4. Youth development - the youth development department has designed its programs to cultivate essential 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, effective communication, and life skills, through a diverse range of enrichment and educational activities. Due to our strong partnerships with the schools, our programs have access to school academic portals for literacy and math, enabling us to provide targeted support that helps students strengthen their skills and achieve or exceed their expected grade level. In addition to fostering academic excellence, these programs emphasize social development, equipping students with the tools necessary for personal and professional success.our after-school programs operate five (5) days a week from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, offering a dynamic selection of enrichment activities such as the arts (dance and drama), cooking clubs, sports and fitness, steam, leadership development, community word projects, journalism, project-based learning, monthly themes and social-emotional learning (sel). To ensure academic rigor and individualized support, each program is staffed with one to two doe-certified teachers who serve as education…

   $1,150,660 spent
   10% of program spending

5. Social services - the chcf social services department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to helping asylum-seeking families rebuild their lives with dignity and respect. We provide essential support and resources to families who arrive at the sanctuary shelter.our case management services are personalized and tailored to meet each resident's unique needs. Every family is assigned a dedicated case manager who works closely with them to understand their needs and provide tailored referrals to legal and mental health services, public benefits advocacy, and community agencies. Our case managers act as liaisons between the clients and community agencies, ensuring that the clients receive the best support and care possible.we understand that finding a safe and stable home is crucial for asylum-seeking families, and our team includes a housing specialist who helps clients apply for and pursue housing opportunities. Our housing specialist guides them through the process and provides the necessary support and resources to find a safe and stable home.apart from case management and housing services, we also provide children's services to support the young residents in our…

   $784,527 spent
   7% of program spending

6. Policy - the policy department conducts research on policies, analyzes legislation, and advocates around issues of early childhood care and education, pre-k-12 educational equity in opportunity and resources, and intersectional family needs and barriers in access to resources and services. The policy department further forms and works in partnership with coalitions towards those ends.

   $47,968 spent
   0% of program spending

The 6 programs described on its FY2024 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $11,607,197.