CDA Annual Report 2022 - Flipbook - Page 2
Dear Friends,
2021 was another challenging year battling the impact of the
COVID-19 pandemic, which magnified the needs of our clients.
Much can be learned in times of crisis - my most important revelation
is this, when a moment arrives that requires urgent change and action,
extraordinary things are possible.
In response to the unprecedented needs of families and child care
providers, CDA expanded and adapted our support for families,
child care providers and community. We mobilized partnerships and
legislative action to secure additional child care vouchers and child
care provider stipends from the state of California. The vouchers allow
us to provide affordable child care to working families on the county
waiting list. The stipends have helped child care providers keep their
doors open despite the ongoing pandemic. Beyond expanded services,
we innovated our service model and customer experience through
technology to continue to serve our clients without interruption.
It was an all hands-on deck approach that showed there is no moment
CDA cannot meet. I am incredibly grateful and proud of our team’s
resilience and commitment, where everyone has been asked to pitch in
as we grow and adapt in support of our community.
We don’t do this work alone, but are joined by a network of partners,
supporters and donors who share our passion to create positive change
and transform the lives of those we serve. When our community comes
together, we can face the most challenging times and emerge stronger.
I invite you to read our annual report and learn how CDA supported
the community, creating opportunities for families and child care
providers to thrive.
Rick Richardson
President and CEO
Contents
Leadership.............................................................................. 1
Our Mission. ......................................................................... 2
We Believe ............................................................................ 3
Our Programs. .................................................................... 4
Alternative Payment Program. ......................... 5
Nutrition Program. ........................................................ 8
In Response to COVID-19....................................... 9
Thriving Through Technology.......................... 11
Supporting Our Community.............................. 13
Partners in Action. ......................................................14
2021 Donors...................................................................... 15