What happens when two Oakland organizations collaborate to support new moms in Oakland? The Packard Foundation recently sat down with the ROOTS X BANANAS team to discuss how we’re streamlining support for families in our community with a Maternal Health Home Visiting...
Happy Provider Appreciation Day!
We are pleased to announce that Sarah Silva will be the new Community Services Director, effective October 23, 2023. We concluded our candidate interviews and the Directors unanimously believe that Sarah is the best candidate to move forward and assume this important...
by Karen D'Souza who covers early education at EdSource Going back to school is always a bit of a sticky transition, but this year there’s more to worry about, from teacher shortages to mask rules, than the usual concerns. On top of all that, there are many more...
March is Women’s History Month, which serves as a helpful reminder to highlight the contributions of the women in our lives. This month, we are honoring a woman who is a child care provider, child care advocate, a proud member of SEIU Local 521, and a new Board Member...
This February, we observe Black History Month, an opportunity to teach young children the importance of peace, diversity, and acceptance. For parents and child care providers, this month provides a wonderful opportunity to discuss race, civil rights, and the...
We’re highlighting just a few of the thousands of families whose lives have been impacted by BANANAS. This year, we put Our Words in Action to support the most vulnerable families and young children. Meet our client Sharon: Sharon, a single mother, recently...
