Thriving Families CA Foundation and the California Child Care Resource & Referral Network are excited to announce the 2026 Joint Annual Conference!
Designed by and for California’s APP and R&R programs, this dynamic conference brings together leaders and practitioners from across the state to explore promising practices, innovative strategies, and meaningful partnerships that expand opportunities for families. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and strengthen our collective impact.
In-person Conference:
Location:
DoubleTree Hotel Sacramento
2001 Point West Way
Sacramento, CA 95815
Tentative In-person Agenda:
Wednesday, October 7th
11:00-6:00- Registration
1:00-2:00- Intro and Welcome & Conference Kick-Off
2:15-3:30- Workshops #1
3:45-5:00- Workshop #2
5:00-6:00- Welcome/Networking Reception (optional)
Thursday, October 8th
8:00-9:45- Breakfast & Keynote
10:00-12:00pm- Workshops #3
12:00-1:15- Lunch and Exhibitor Tables Open
1:30-2:45- Workshops #4
3:00-4:15- Workshops #5
4:30-6:30- Sponsor Social Activities (optional)
4:30- Dinner and Evening on your own
Friday, October 9th
8:00-9:15- Breakfast and raffles
9:30-10:45- Workshops #6
11:00-12:00- Farewell activity
2026 Conference Committee
Emily Alexander, Community Resources for Children of Napa County; Nancy Huerta, Wu Yee Children's Services San Francisco; Paris Smith, Solano Family & Children's Services; Claudia Esteva, 4Cs of San Mateo County; Erica Thorsen, Children's Council of San Francisco, Karen Frazier, The Resource Connection Amador Calaveras Counties; Sandra Herrera-Gonzalez, Children's Home Society; Heather della Ripa, Catalyst Community; Teri Sedrick, North Coast Opportunities; Sylvia Lerma, Child Development Resources, Inc.; Cassy Kraus, Shasta County Office of Education; Michelle Graham, Children's Resource & Referral of Santa Barbara County
THRIVING FAMILIES CA Foundation STAFF
Danielle Metzger
[email protected]
NETWORK STAFF
Heather Lang-Heaven
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