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Civic and Social OrganizationsCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
First 5 LA is an independent public agency based in Los Angeles, California, operating in the civic and social sector. Its goal is to support the safe and healthy development of young children so that, by 2028, all County children enter kindergarten ready to succeed in school and life. It was established by voters in 1998 to invest Los Angeles County's share of Proposition 10 tax revenues. To advance these aims, First 5 LA works to create an integrated and coordinated system of services and supports to strengthen families and improve child outcomes in Los Angeles County. In March 2025, First 5 LA was recognized with the George D. Nickel Award; Aurea Montes-Rodriguez, a vice president at the organization, was also honored with the award.