FFYB's mission is to provide parents with the skills, tools and resources to support their children’s early education and beyond.

Based in South King County, FFYB is actively contributing to closing the education and opportunity inequities for families of children further away from educational justice. 

At FFYB, we envision a world where parents are confident and have the tools to advocate for their children. 

Meet the Board

our impact

First Five Years & Beyond plays a key role in helping families navigate resources to find timely, linguistically and culturally appropriate supports for parents. 

1. We engage families in identifying child developmental milestones through monthly parent workshops.

2. We provide opportunities for children to practice school readiness skills while connecting parents to the appropriate resources.

3. We assist older siblings with developing soft-skills, leadership skills, and career exposure, and knowledge of brain development.


4. We provide a safe space for parents to voice their challenges, and gain community and strength while improving their knowledge and skills around advocacy for their children.​

Our impact

core values

FFYB Values:
Racial equity 
Transparency 
Collaboration 
Honoring community culture 
Cultivating long-term relationships 
Holistic well-being of the family 
Growth of children and families
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Our Strengths: 
We are culturally responsive, meaning we have a deep understanding of the community we serve. Our staff and leadership team heavily reflect and share the culture and language of the families.

our team

Janet K: Executive Director

Amy B: Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Coordinator

Julia C: Early Learning Specialist

Kristina K: Programs and Communications Manager

Phoebe C: Office Coordinator & Kaleidoscope Play & Learn Assistant

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