Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN)
Individual and Family ServicesCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) is a California-based nonprofit organized as a 501(c)(3) that supports individuals with special needs and their families. Founded in 1996 by ten families, the organization aims to foster a community built on love, hope, and respect, and operates more than 40 programs across three centers in Fremont and San Jose, serving diverse populations and ages. With a footprint of multiple centers and a sizable staff, FCSN provides comprehensive services through its vendorized Day Programs and related activities, addressing a wide range of needs within the special-needs community and offering resources to families. The organization has engaged in partnerships to extend its impact, including collaborations with Sesame Workshop to produce multilingual adaptations of educational materials for Chinese American autism communities, highlighting its commitment to accessible, culturally aware programming. Located in Fremont, California, FCSN emphasizes community-centered support and education as core components of its mission to assist over 1,500 multi-ethnic families and hundreds of clients through its evolving service offerings.