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Kids in Common advocates for education, healthcare, social-emotional well-being, and justice for all children in Santa Clara County by supporting policies, promoting data-driven action, and fostering collaborations of cross-systems leaders and experts.

Upcoming CAN Meeting on June 3rdThe Santa Clara County Children’s Agenda Network (CAN) is a county-wide network of cross...
05/13/2026

Upcoming CAN Meeting on June 3rd
The Santa Clara County Children’s Agenda Network (CAN) is a county-wide network of cross-sector leaders committed to working together to improve outcomes for children, youth and families. We accomplish this collectively, by sharing knowledge, aligning and coordinating resources, and using data and research to inform decision making, guide program and policy improvement, and drive results.

The next Children’s Agenda Network Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3rd, 12pm-2pm on ZOOM.

This meeting’s theme will be "Every Child Thriving in Life” and focus on data regarding Graduation Rates, Enrollment in post-secondary education, Career and College readiness, Stable Employment and Positive Net Worth.

Learn more and/or RSVP at https://www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-agenda (link in bio)

New Spotlight: Latinx Youth in Santa Clara County ✨The “Spotlight on Latinx Youth” is a featured section of Kids in Comm...
05/12/2026

New Spotlight: Latinx Youth in Santa Clara County ✨

The “Spotlight on Latinx Youth” is a featured section of Kids in Common’s 2026 Children’s Data Book and draws on data from the Children’s Data Book alongside findings from the 2025 Latino Health Assessment (LHA). In support of the LHA, as well as the declaration of the Public Health Crisis for Latino Residents of Santa Clara County (SCC) determined on Sept 16, 2025, Kids in Common’s (KiC’s) 2026 Policy and Advocacy Agenda includes the prioritization of championing policies that specifically support SCC Latinx youth, as they represent a significant part of the youth population in SCC and also demonstrate some of the highest disparities in the County regarding basic needs, health, and education support.

The Latinx community makes up 25% of the total population in SCC, almost half of whom are youth under the age of 25 residing in South County and the East Side of San Jose. Among children, Latinx youth represent 28%, the second-largest ethnic group, which highlights the significant presence of Latinx youth in SCC and the need for targeted resources and support.

We invite advocates, educators, policymakers, and community members to explore the data and join us in advancing equity and wellbeing for Latinx youth across Santa Clara County.📊

Read the “Spotlight on Latinx Youth” here: http://kidsincommon.org/LatinXYouth (link in bio)

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the 2026 Children’s Summit! On April 17th, Kids in Common’s 2026 Childr...
04/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us at the 2026 Children’s Summit! On April 17th, Kids in Common’s 2026 Children’s Summit convened more than 250 cross‑sector leaders in Santa Clara County for a powerful day focused on youth leadership, vital data, and collective action, with strong participation from local government officials including County Supervisors and San José City Council.

Attendees were warmly welcomed by Kids in Common's Social Emotional Wellbeing Initiative Team, and youth voices anchored the day through impactful panels, interactive workshops, and artistic performances that grounded conversations in lived experience and solutions.

A major highlight was the keynote address by Sarah L. Rudman, MD, MPH, the Public Health Officer & Director of Santa Clara County Public Health Department, as well as the release of the newly published 2026 Santa Clara County Children’s Data Book, a 70+ page resource featuring over 80 indicators on youth well‑being across basic needs, health, and education, widely used by leaders across sectors to inform equitable policy and systems change.

The Summit concluded by celebrating community leadership through the Bold Steps for Children and the Changemaker for Children Award. Together, the event reinforced a shared commitment to ensuring every child in Santa Clara County is safe and stable, healthy, successful in learning, and thriving in life.

Learn more about the event at https://www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit! (link in bio)

The 2026 Children's Data Book is now available!KiC’s 70+ page Data Book is the county’s go‑to resource for understanding...
04/20/2026

The 2026 Children's Data Book is now available!

KiC’s 70+ page Data Book is the county’s go‑to resource for understanding youth well‑being—featuring 80+ indicators that highlight trends in basic needs, health, education, and social‑emotional development. Grounded in KiC’s four mission pillars, the Data Book lifts up critical data on housing + food security, prenatal & pediatric health, academic performance, high school graduation rates, post-secondary enrollment, and strong pathways into adulthood, and disparities impacting foster youth, LGBTQ+ youth, youth with disabilities, and children from immigrant families. 

Widely used by cross‑sector leaders across government, education, health, nonprofit, philanthropy & youth‑serving systems, the Data Book helps guide coordinated strategies for children & families in Santa Clara County.

 Read the 2026 Children's Data Book at www.kidsincommon.org/2026DataBook (link in bio)

Thank you to our Nonprofit & Supporter Sponsors for their commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!:Applied Survey Resea...
04/15/2026

Thank you to our Nonprofit & Supporter Sponsors for their commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!:

Applied Survey Research
Excite Foundation ()
City Councilmember Pamela Campos ()
SCC Board of Supervisors: Supervisor Duong ()
SCC Board of Supervisors: Supervisor Susan Ellenberg
SCC Board of Supervisors: Supervisor Otto Lee
The Health Trust
Momentum for Health
United Way Bay Area
Bill Wilson Center
Valley Health Foundation
Community Solutions
County of Santa Clara, California SCC Child Abuse Prevention Council
Pacific Clinics
California Young World
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
Dependency Advocacy Center
Latina Coalition
Pivotal Connections
Working Partnerships
Valley Health Plan
The Roots Clinic
Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley

Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
Villa Ragusa, Campbell
Details at: www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit (link in bio)

Thank you to our Advocate & Leader Level Sponsors for their commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!:Silicon Valley Com...
04/15/2026

Thank you to our Advocate & Leader Level Sponsors for their commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!:

Silicon Valley Community Foundation
Sobrato Philanthropies
San Francisco 49ers
Grail Family Services

Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
Villa Ragusa, Campbell
Details at: www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit (link in bio)

Youth Panel - YMCA Project Cornerstone ()https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone A community movement of the YMC...
04/14/2026

Youth Panel - YMCA Project Cornerstone ()
https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone
A community movement of the YMCA of Silicon Valley, Project Cornerstone ensures every young person has the support, skills, and relationships needed to thrive. Through a variety of programs, youth, families, schools, and community organizations create environments that foster social and emotional growth, build positive relationships, and sustain safe, supportive spaces. With a presence in hundreds of Bay Area schools.

Youth Panel - Gilroy Unified School District (GUSD) ()
https:/www.gilroyunified.org
A public school district serving the Gilroy community, Gilroy Unified School District (GUSD) is committed to providing high-quality education that prepares all students for college, career, and civic life. Serving more than 10,000 students across preschool, elementary, middle, high school, early college, continuation, adult education, and dual-immersion programs, GUSD supports academic excellence, inclusion, and whole-child development through strong partnerships with families and the broader community.

Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
Villa Ragusa, Campbell
Details at: www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit (link in bio)

Thank you to our Champion Sponsor, Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga () for her commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!Sant...
04/14/2026

Thank you to our Champion Sponsor, Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga () for her commitment to the 2026 Children’s Summit!

Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
Villa Ragusa, Campbell
Details at: www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit (link in bio)

Children's Summit Ticket registration extended to Tues, Apr 14th, 12pm!Thank you to all our donors for our silent auctio...
04/13/2026

Children's Summit Ticket registration extended to Tues, Apr 14th, 12pm!

Thank you to all our donors for our silent auction items!
- Bay FC (): 4 Tickets
- San Jose Giants (): 8 Tickets
- San Francisco Giant ():: Keaton Winn Autographed Ball
- Santa Cruz Warriors (): 4 Tix, Fan pack with swag
- San Jose Sharks (): Signed Jersey
- San Jose Earthquakes (): 4 Tickets
- Kids in Common Board: Wine & Chocolate Baskets

Register for the 2026 Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
Villa Ragusa, Campbell
Be sure to save your seat and register today at: www.kidsincommon.org/childrens-summit (link in bio)

2026 Bold Steps for Children Award: Jóvenes Activos is a youth‑led program of and receives the Bold Steps for Children...
04/10/2026

2026 Bold Steps for Children Award: Jóvenes Activos

is a youth‑led program of and receives the Bold Steps for Children Award due to its meaningful impact on East San José youth and its strong, community‑rooted partnerships. Serving young people ages 12–18, the program fosters leadership, creativity, and civic engagement through mentorship, workshops, and hands‑on organizing. Its collaborations with and have empowered youth to lead violence‑prevention and safety campaigns, including the We All Play a Role initiative. Jóvenes Activos also partners with local arts and cultural organizations such as Local Color and the School of Arts and Culture to create public art projects like the East Side Mural, strengthening neighborhood identity and youth expression. Through additional civic engagement efforts with groups like Amigos de Guadalupe, the program mobilizes youth voters and amplifies young voices in shaping a more equitable future.

Changemaker for Children Award: Sacred Heart Community Service

receives the Changemaker for Children Award in recognition of its decades‑long, transformative impact on children and families in Santa Clara County. Founded in 1964, SHCS has grown from a small neighborhood food program into one of the region’s leading anti‑poverty institutions. Its designation as the county’s Community Action Agency in 2008 further expanded its leadership in developing countywide strategies that strengthen child wellbeing, deepen community engagement, and advance economic justice. For more than sixty years, Sacred Heart has delivered comprehensive programs supporting children’s stability and long‑term success—from essential resources such as food, clothing, and rental assistance to early childhood education, homework clubs, youth development, and evidence‑based parenting programs offered in partnership with the County’s Department of Family and Children’s Services. SHCS’s exemplifies leadership, collaborative approach, and multi‑generational impact.

Register for the 2026 Santa Clara County Children’s Summit
Friday, April 17, 2026
8:30am - 2:30pm
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