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The Peninsula College Fund is a non-profit organization based in Redwood City, CA, dedicated to empowering low-income, first-generation college students. They provide comprehensive support, including one-to-one adult mentoring, college and career success training, and financial assistance through scholarships. Their mission is to help these students graduate from college and secure jobs that align with their career goals. Through their programs, the Peninsula College Fund fills the gaps in financial aid, offers guidance and support throughout college, and prepares students for post-college employment. Their efforts have resulted in an impressive 6-year graduation rate of 88%, compared to the national average of 21% for first-generation college students. By providing scholarships, mentoring, training, and internship opportunities, the Peninsula College Fund equips students with the tools they need to succeed academically and professionally.Generated from the website

The Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County, founded in 1972, is a private, nonprofit agency. It offers family support, child care and health development services. The agency provides information about various preschools to parents. The Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County has partnerships with the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Peninsula Library System, Seton Medical Center and Bella Vista Foundation. It serves the needs of more than 3,500 children. The Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County s Children s Collaborative Action Team (CCAT) deals in the prevention of child abuse and offers case management services. It conducts training for over 1,000 child care providers and parents on various topics, such as nutrition and health.