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Dear Friends,

Wow — what an extraordinary year it's been for Children's Bureau. Growth in our operating budget, opening of two new sites, investment in our people and the infrastructure that supports their work, and increased efforts to promote our trusted brand both internally and externally. Big and small victories in all areas of the agency that, together, helped 50,000 vulnerable children and their parents to thrive.

Children's Bureau continued its rich history of innovation thanks to your continued support and belief in furthering our mission. However, with a report of child abuse still being made every 10 seconds we need you to help us do more, and to do better. Children's Bureau remains fully committed to providing treatment where it's appropriate. In fact, it's the largest part of our programming.

But what can we do differently?

Activating all sectors of community, including business and government, is critical. The overall consequences of child maltreatment — poverty, crime, homelessness, addition, truancy, chronic health issues, etc. — are estimated be more than $80 billion each year. We have to engage strategies that are effective, sustainable, and directed to the general population that strengthen community and families before maltreatment occurs. This is called Primary Prevention.

Children develop within a network of family relationships that exist within a community. We must focus on the well-being of every child by investing in a family's capacity to care for their children and in strengthening their community. These communities, in all their definitions, have the best chance of helping families and responding to their needs. As you'll read, we've made great strides in our prevention efforts, such as the family enrichment community program, that reflect this shift in thinking.

Our visionary momentum continues because of you. Thank you for creating parenthood, childhood and neighborhood together.

With deep appreciation,

Ronald E. Brown, Ph.D.
President & CEO
Children's Bureau of Southern California

At Children's Bureau, we know firsthand how small, individual successes can lead to bigger, broader successes. This year was certainly no exception as we continued to be recognized and called upon as a thought leader and collaborator across all areas of the agency. Here are some of those moments that we proudly celebrate with you. After all, we can't do this alone and you helped us reach beyond what we could ever imagine.

Children's Bureau's unique approach to child abuse prevention goes beyond direct services. We help other organizations with innovative tools and training and we're working to define the future of child well-being through large-scale community change. Here are just a few examples of your investment in action.

50,000

at-risk children and parents served through 20 Southern California community sites.

69% of parents surveyed in our Family Enrichment Program reported they or other family members read or shared a book with their child at least 5 days in a typical week, a nine percent increase from last year.

100%

of parents surveyed at family resource centers said they would recommend Children's Bureau to other families.

455 fathers gained skills, knowledge and improved family bonding through Dads Matter.

600+

low-income children improved school readiness skills and received developmental and health screenings.

47 partner organizations at 79 sites guided 2,637 families on child development and parent education through our NuParent program.

4,249

home
visits to

639

at-risk families with young children
in need of parent education and services.

80

organizations used
FAF Software
throughout the
U.S. and Canada,
reaching more than

50,000

families.

113,707

hours of mental health therapy and counseling helped 4,518 children and their families.

94% of foster children who left Children's Bureau care found a permanent family to support and love them.

There are numerous risk factors that contribute to child abuse and neglect including poverty, isolation, domestic violence and mental illness. Protective Factors are the positive counterpoint to risk factors that provide a framework for defining child abuse prevention. Children's Bureau uses the research-based protective factors to help families stay safe, healthy and connected.

At the end of fiscal year 2019, 94% of graduates from our Family Enrichment Program strengthened at least one or more protective factors. Here's a snapshot for each area:

Social and emotional competence of children

94%

of parents enhanced
social and emotional
competence of children

Knowledge of parenting and child development

94%

of parents gained
knowledge of parenting
and child development

Concrete support in time of need

94%

of parents accessed
concrete support
in time of need

Parental resilience

93%

of parents increased
parental resilience

Social connections

96%

of families reported
having social connections

For more information about the Protective Factors, please visit the Center for the Study of Social Policy at https://cssp.org/.

Maria came to Children's Bureau, at the recommendation of her sister-in-law, 20 years ago in search of a place for her preschool son and infant daughter. Even though the school year was nearly finished, Maria's son, Jeancarlo, was able to participate in the class for three months. In that short time, Maria says that she and her entire family learned a lot through the activities, songs, reading time and educational field trips. Beyond the class activities, the preschool teacher connected the young students to local magnet schools, furthering their academic success. When it came time to enroll her daughter, Joycelin, she did not hesitate. Maria also participated in the family enrichment program which provided additional child development knowledge, support and fostered her leadership and presentation skills.

"Joycelin had the privilege of participating in the preschool program from the beginning until graduation. It gave her a strong foundation and helped her to focus on her studies and make good decisions," said Maria. Today, Joycelin is enrolled at California State University at Dominguez Hills majoring in child development. Upon graduation, she plans to get a job and pursue her Master's degree. Jeancarlo is scheduled to graduate in 2020 with a degree in computer science from the same university.

Maria says that she feels good about being a part of Children's Bureau and has learned many things over the years through various trainings and experiences in helping other parents just like her. She eventually was hired as an employee of the organization and is currently working in the agency's Prevention Program and for Healthy Families America.

"Without Children's Bureau, I'm not sure how I would have raised my children. The knowledge I've gained has been so valuable and I see that there are different ways to educate children," said Maria. "My husband and I have tried to guide and raise our children in the best way, changing the way we were raised. Children's Bureau helped us to make a real difference in our lives," she added.

Maria is hopeful that her children will graduate, get jobs and improve their lives day by day. She wants them to reach their full potential and to fight, not rest, until they reach their desired goals.

I hope that Children's Bureau expands to more communities so that more families have the opportunity to grow and enjoy success like my family did."

Danny, a married father with a young son, heard good things about the Dads Matter program while in a rehabilitation center for alcohol addiction. "I am a good father, but I wanted to learn how to be a better father ... there is always room for improvement," Danny said. He immediately immersed himself into the 11-week curriculum, openly sharing his struggle with alcohol as well as what it meant to be a father as his own father was absent from his life.

Danny successfully graduated from the Dads Matter and rehabilitation center and is now living with his wife and son. He recently secured a job and started a fitness regime to support his healthier lifestyle. Danny enjoys spending time with his son and looks for creative activities for the two of them to connect and bond. He is taking things one day at a time and says that he tries to not dwell on the past but to reflect on it. Danny says, "I want to ensure that my son knows that I love him every day."

At the helm of Children's Bureau's legacy of success are the business and community leaders who graciously give their time, resources and expert guidance. We value their dedication and partnership in keeping the business of what we do sound and effective. Proudly, 100% of Children's Bureau's directors and trustees made a personal financial contribution to the organization in fiscal year 2019.

AGENCY EXPENSES

REVENUE

*Donated outdoor awareness campaign and legal services

PROGRAM EXPENSES

EXPENSES

Children's Bureau audited financial statements are available upon request by calling 213.342.0134.

Children thriving in strong communities is everyone's responsibility and wow did you hear us. More than 200 volunteers rallied behind our special events, young professional networks, family activities, team and online fundraisers. Thank you for coming together in a big way to ensure that our child abuse prevention work continues to uplift those less fortunate.

Your generous support of our mission is keeping child well-being at the forefront of issues surrounding families and communities today. You cared. We are deeply humbled. There is hope. This honor roll reflects those individual gifts of $5,000 or more and those organizations who contributed to our programs and services. For a complete list of donors, visit all4kids.org.

Are you interested in being part of the future story to prevent child abuse? You can ensure the agency continues to grow with a legacy gift. And, the best part, an entire generation of children will thrive because of it. To learn more, visit all4kids.org.

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