Strengthening Young Families is dedicated to
providing families with the support, information
and resources that can help them to thrive.  
Our primary focus is upon new parents, especially those
who may be unmarried, younger, financially struggling
and/or with literacy challenges.

We believe that every child, and every family, is precious.
Yet, for many young families, life with a new baby can be stressful.  
Parents may find themselves struggling with the demands of baby care,
decisions about their future as a couple, and practical needs like money,
jobs, and housing. Parents who want to raise their baby together,
as a family, may also find that the stress of childraising can put a strain on
their relationship as a couple, and that it's hard to find services to help.  

Strengthening Young Families seeks to support parents,
especially in these high stress areas.

Our publications for parents focus on three important goals:
  • Safe and healthy childraising
  • Family financial stability
  • Safe, healthy, and stable families

We also advocate for positive public policies and programs, including:
  • Service to families as families, without unnecessarily dividing them
  • Specific services to help families who are struggling to stay a family
  • Family-to-family mentoring and volunteerism

Many young parents are working hard to build a
strong future for their children and their families.  
We aim to support their efforts.


Strengthening Young Families is a tax-exempt
non-profit under IRS code 501(c)(3).
Strengthening Young Families
Our Mission