Lincoln Families

Lincoln Families Lincoln is a mental health organization with 13 programs that disrupt cycles of trauma & poverty, empowering kids & families to build strong futures.

Since our founding in 1883 as the first racially integrated orphanage in Northern California, Lincoln Families has impacted the lives of children and families through evolving programs. Today, we provide preventative, individualized and comprehensive support services with a focus on three core areas that disrupt cycles of poverty and trauma:

Education:
Addressing obstacles that impact academic attendance and achievement

Family:
Strengthening stability and creating permanency

Well-Being:
Improving resiliency and wellness

How We Do It
Every day, in communities throughout our region, Lincoln Families is providing real solutions to the unique issues our children, youth and families face. At Lincoln, we go where children and youth are, helping them to develop skills to stay at home and in school. Teams of skilled and diverse staff work together with youth and families to utilize their strengths and build a plan for success. With this critical support, our children, youth and families thrive and build bold futures. Only Lincoln Families has a culturally relevant, adaptive approach that meets the needs of children and families. Our multi-generational model sets a new standard of support that changes lives.

This impact shows how critical the HFRC is in equipping caregivers with knowledge and practical tools that strengthen fa...
02/17/2026

This impact shows how critical the HFRC is in equipping caregivers with knowledge and practical tools that strengthen family stability, prevent crises, and create healthier outcomes for children and the broader community.

Support our GoFundMe here:
https://bit.ly/LincolnHFRC26

Happy Lunar New Year 2026! 🧧✨�Wishing our community a year of joy, prosperity, and new beginnings as we welcome the Year...
02/17/2026

Happy Lunar New Year 2026! 🧧✨�Wishing our community a year of joy, prosperity, and new beginnings as we welcome the Year of the Horse—may it bring strength, resilience, and forward momentum for all.

HFRC is a trusted community space connecting families to resources, support, and opportunities so children and neighborh...
02/13/2026

HFRC is a trusted community space connecting families to resources, support, and opportunities so children and neighborhoods can thrive.

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https://bit.ly/LincolnHFRC26

At HFRC, caregivers aren’t navigating child development alone. They’re gaining clarity, confidence, and trusted support ...
02/06/2026

At HFRC, caregivers aren’t navigating child development alone. They’re gaining clarity, confidence, and trusted support during the moments that matter most.

Support our GoFundMe here:
https://bit.ly/LincolnHFRC26

Get • 📕 📖 📚An absolute pleasure to attend Oakland Starting Smart and Strong’s annual symposium today. OSSS is absolut...
02/02/2026

Get • 📕 📖 📚An absolute pleasure to attend Oakland Starting Smart and Strong’s annual symposium today. OSSS is absolutely moving the ball forward for families with children ages 0-5 in our city.  
 

We were honored to facilitate our small group activities, and it was a joy to connect with the many community partners and key ECE stakeholders and educators in attendance - including Mayor Barbara Lee! Salute to the ACOE, OUSD, OLC, SVDH, Tandem, Lotus Bloom, BANANAS, First 5 AC, Afro-Play Oakland, Oakland Public Library, and many others who worked to make this symposium very successful.
 
Supporting our little ones and families are more important than ever now, and our team at the Mandela FRC in West Oakland remains deeply committed to enhancing this collective vision. đź“•

Happy Black History Month! The 2026 Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” announced by...
02/01/2026

Happy Black History Month! The 2026 Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” announced by ASALH, honors the 100th anniversary of the first organized national observance of Black history in 1926, celebrating a century of efforts to document and uplift Black life, culture, and achievement.

As we mark this centennial milestone, Black History Month invites us not only to reflect on the past, but to celebrate the living history being shaped every day and to recommit ourselves to carrying this legacy forward with pride, purpose, and joy.


Lincoln Families was proud to partner with Downtown Subaru of Oakland and their Subaru Loves to Help initiative, in part...
01/31/2026

Lincoln Families was proud to partner with Downtown Subaru of Oakland and their Subaru Loves to Help initiative, in partnership with Operation Warm, to bring brand-new coats to children at our Highland Family Resource Center đź’™ The kids were so happy as they picked out their favorite vibrant colors, leaving feeling warm, confident, and joyful. Subaru Downtown Operation Warm

Special shoutout to the Charles Rivers Associates team in Oakland for volunteering , and to our amazing staff for making this day possible! Charles River Associates

Supporting programs such as the SEP helps students feel encouraged and build the skills they need to succeed at school.C...
01/22/2026

Supporting programs such as the SEP helps students feel encouraged and build the skills they need to succeed at school.

Click the link below to support our Gofundme:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/npjqv-tbd-tbd

Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary who dreamed boldly of equality and freedom for everyone. ...
01/19/2026

Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary who dreamed boldly of equality and freedom for everyone. His life was a testament to love, justice, and faith in action.

May we walk in his footsteps-spreading kindness, showing compassion, and keeping hope alive.

01/18/2026

Save the Date for our annual fundraising gala — The Emerald Ball!

We’re excited to invite you to an unforgettable evening in support of our mission. Mark your calendar now and stay on the lookout for more surprises and announcements to come. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

🎟️ You can get your tickets early here:
https://bit.ly/EmeraldBall26

SEP provides personalized support, mentorship, and access to resources that help students stay connected to school, deve...
01/17/2026

SEP provides personalized support, mentorship, and access to resources that help students stay connected to school, develop confidence, and build the skills necessary to succeed academically and socially. By creating a supportive environment, these programs empower students to overcome obstacles and unlock opportunities for their future.

Click the link below to support:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/npjqv-tbd-tbd

🖤✨ Our West Oakland team visited the Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain exhibition at the Oakland Museum of California—an in...
01/16/2026

🖤✨ Our West Oakland team visited the Black Spaces: Reclaim & Remain exhibition at the Oakland Museum of California—an incredible experience that deepened our connection to the community we work in and serve. The exhibit highlights the resilience, creativity, and history of Black communities in Oakland and the East Bay, celebrating stories of resistance, belonging, and reclamation of space.

Sharing this moment with our team and families reminded us why being effective community partners means understanding the rich histories and lived experiences of those we support.

Address

150 Linden Street
Oakland, CA
94607

Telephone

+15102734700

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