WE BELIEVE...

… in the potential of all parents to be great parents.

… we can break the cycle of child abuse by giving families the opportunity to learn parenting skills in a safe and supportive environment.

… an investment in preventing abuse and neglect is an investment in the future well being of children, families and communities - for all of us.

Child abuse occurs at every socioeconomic and educational level and across all ethnicities, cultures and religions. Among the factors that can lead to abuse and neglect are social isolation, lack of knowledge of child development, lack of parenting skills, substance abuse and economic hardship.

But with support, child abuse and neglect can be prevented. Family support centers address many of the issues that lead to abuse and neglect through research-based programs that educate and connect parents and help them with parenting, communication and life management skills. 

For all these reasons, Children's Trust Foundation provides grants and other resources to family support centers and prevention programs across the state of Washington, advocates for public policies that strengthen families and educates the public about how to strengthen their own families.