Kids In Common A shared vision for helping every child thrive.

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The Healthier Kids Foundation and Kids in Common (KiC) begin an exciting new chapter in their shared commitment to improving the lives of children, youth, and families across Santa Clara County. Kids in Common will officially join Healthier Kids Foundation, bringing together two organizations with complementary strengths and a shared vision for helping every child thrive.

This transition brings together Healthier Kids Foundation's expertise in removing barriers to health, learning, and life success through direct services with Kids in Common's leadership in advocacy, systems change, collective impact, and cross sector collaboration. Together, the combined organization will be uniquely positioned to address both the immediate needs children face today and the broader systems that shape their future.

About Kids in Common

Kids in Common advances equitable outcomes for children and youth by bringing communities, partners, and systems together to identify and remove barriers to health, learning, and well-being. Through data-informed action, collaboration, and advocacy, we drive systems change to ensure every child is safe and stable, healthy, successful in learning, and thriving in life.

Methodology

Data

Conduct & support research on all aspects of children’s wellbeing

Mobilization

Foster & facilitate cross-sector collaboration and partnership

Policy

Formulate and advocate for policies that support positive outcomes for children

Initiatives

Chldren's Data Book

An annual document that provides and tracks statistics on various aspects of children's lives.

Children's Agenda

A county-wide, cross-sector network working together to improve outcomes for youth and families.

Children's Summit

A countywide, cross-sector convening that uses data and collaboration to improve outcomes for children and families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kids in Common going away?

No. Kids in Common's work is continuing and growing through Healthier Kids Foundation. The partnerships, initiatives, and community relationships that have defined Kids in Common remain important and will continue moving forward through Healthier Kids Foundation.

Why are Kids in Common and Healthier Kids Foundation coming together?
Will current programs and initiatives continue?
What will this mean for partners and stakeholders, and how will Kids in Common's legacy be honored?
What should supporters do next, and where can I learn more?
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Today, we are excited to share an important new chapter for two organizations that have spent decades working toward the same goal: helping every child in Santa Clara County thrive.

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