Child & Family Resources
Child & Family Resources is a community resource serving Tucsonans in need.
About Child & Family Resources
Child & Family Resources is a community-based nonprofit serving children, youth, and families in Tucson and communities across Arizona. Its work centers on education, prevention, and community programs designed to help families build confidence, resilience, and lasting opportunities for growth and success. With a Tucson location and programs that reach families, young people, and early childhood providers, the organization connects local residents with practical support at different stages of family life.
Family and Community Services focuses on helping parents and caregivers support healthy child development. Through guidance, coaching, and resources, Child & Family Resources addresses topics including prenatal care, infant health and safety, developmental milestones, and positive parenting practices. Many of these services are provided through home visitation, allowing specialists to offer personalized support, demonstrate parenting strategies, and help families create safe and nurturing home environments. The organization's program offerings include Healthy Families, Parents as Teachers, Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting, and Arizona Health Start.
Child & Family Resources also supports early care and education throughout Arizona. Its work in this area includes Child Care Resource and Referral, Sandbox AZ, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, Project Best, and Quality First. These programs provide training, professional development, resources, and coaching for early childhood educators, child care providers, and families. The focus is on strengthening adult-child interactions, improving learning environments, promoting healthy nutrition, and helping young children experience safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate care.
For youth and teens, the organization offers prevention programs addressing mental health, youth leadership, substance misuse prevention, and healthy relationships. These adolescent-focused services are intended to give young people guidance, tools, and support as they make healthy choices, build resilience, and develop skills for school and life. Child & Family Resources also provides educational resources related to diaper banks, car seat safety, immigration resources, and child abuse prevention. Through advocacy partnerships such as the Arizona Early Childhood Alliance, it works to support policies and programs that give Arizona children a strong start.
The organization's local presence extends beyond direct programs. Tucson is one of Child & Family Resources' locations, and the Great Things Thrift Store in Tucson supports the nonprofit's programs for Arizona children, teens, and families through its proceeds. The organization has also highlighted Tucson community participation in the creation of a new Midtown mural. Community members and companies can support its work through volunteering, event sponsorship, donations, peer-to-peer fundraising, and other giving opportunities. Tucson residents looking for family support, parenting resources, child care guidance, youth programs, or training can begin by reviewing the organization's program options and selecting the category that fits their needs.