For The Child

07/25/2025

Schhol supplies are due on friday! We still need backpacks and other supples! Checkout the Amazon wishlist, or go to your favorite retailer to purchase and deliver supplies! Thank you! We couldn't do it without you.
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07/24/2025

We are ready and feeling inspired from last week's summit! Great support from and wonderful experts and panels to share insight and tips. FTC supporters, we are looking for volunteers to host mini fundraisers of their own for Long Beach Gives on our behalf. Please DM us if you're interested!

07/19/2025

Family talent shows are great for so many reasons! Everyone gets to show their talents in a supportive environment. Everyone can try something new, and most of all it's fun! It could be the start of a wonderful tradition. Start now! Families are kept together with fond memories and special moments that build trust and mutual respect.

07/18/2025

The Summit was yesterday and we were thrilled to learn great insights and tips from experts and fellow successful fundraisers! Thank you The Nonprofit Partnership! Excellent Summit and inspiring to see the nonprofits out in force!

Today, 260+ nonprofits kicked off their Long Beach Gives campaigns! Find your cause to give today at www.longbeachgives.org and give on Sept. 18th! ❤️

07/18/2025

Save the date! Free parenting classes in Spanish starting August 4. Please share! Mondays and Thursdays 12-1:30 pm.

¡Reserva la fecha! Clases gratuitas para padres en español a partir del 4 de agosto. ¡Comparte! Lunes y jueves de 12:00 a 13:30 h.

07/17/2025

Keep them thinking. It doesn't have to feel like homework, it can feel like adventure, and imagination. Stimulating them mentally can be a lot of fun.

07/16/2025

July is National Anti-Boredom Month! This month is dedicted to keeping kids engaged without screens. It's important for kiddos to interact with other children, as well as their environments. There are so many things you can do with stuff you have onhand. Make them play and explore! Happy Summer!

07/15/2025

There's still time to help fill the backpacks for our families! The first day of school will be here before you know it! Let's make sure they start with a beautiful new backpack and all the supplies they need for a great scholastic year. Order to be delivered or drop-off by July 25. The link to our Amazon wish list is in the comments. Ask your friends, neighbors, adn co-workers to join with you and donate. Thank you!

07/11/2025

Teaching children to tell the truth can be tough. It's a concept that is hard to explain without using the terms "Truth" and "Lies." Instead of asking them if they are telling the truth, ask them if that is what really happened, not make-believe. Then believe them! It's important for children to be honest and to be comfortable with adults' reaction to the truth. Don't lash out in a way that makes them never want to tell the truth again. Take afew deep breaths and sit with whatever they say. Most of the time, kids have little lies. You want to instill in them that honesty is always the best policy.

07/10/2025

While playing with less structure throughout the summer, children learn patience, fairness, collaboration, and other great qualities through play, and from watching older children and adults. Taking turns is one of the most basic lessons that will last a ligetime. Go to YOuTube and look up Super Simple Songs to sing to your children that underscore these valuable lessons.

07/04/2025

Happy July 4th!

07/03/2025

Lighting fireworks is illegal in Long Beach and many neighboring cities. Please observe the law, and when going to watch legal displays, here are a some tips to make sure everyone has a great time.