Where Families Lead and Communities Thrive in Contra Costa County
CARRY THE LIGHT FORWARD
Be the Light for Families This Season
FIERCE is celebrating 20 years of healing, leadership, and community care. We are inviting you to help sustain the next 20 years through your year end giving. Your gift today supports wellness programs, Sanctuary Groups, youth and caregiver leadership, doula care, and the joyful community events that bring families together.
Every gift moves us closer to our goal of 250 contributions.
Together, we can carry the light forward for our community!
Our programs help parents and caregivers lead change, care for their families, and build thriving, connected communities
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Health & Wellness
We support families on their journey to radical self-care, emotional well-being, and multigenerational healing. From Sanctuary groups to life coaching, we help Black and Latinx families thrive through culturally grounded, community-centered wellness.
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Policy Advocacy Organizing
We help parents and caregivers reclaim their power, deepen their leadership, and drive change in education, health, and community systems. Through civic engagement and collective action, your voice becomes a catalyst for equity.
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CoCo Doulas
We train community-based doulas and provide free, culturally rooted support to Black moms and birthing families in Contra Costa. Together, we work to ensure safer, healthier, more joyful birthing experiences.
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Leadership Development
Leadership lives in our families and communities. Through training, coaching, and programs like Community Education Leadership Institute (CELI), we equip everyday leaders with the skills and confidence to step into public spaces and influence systems for the better.
At FIERCE, every family’s voice shapes a stronger, more just community.
Your gift supports programs, wellness initiatives, and advocacy for families in Contra Costa.
Together, we can strengthen families, empower caregivers, and create thriving communities:
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Participate
Take part in programs, wellness groups, leadership opportunities, and advocacy initiatives designed for parents and caregivers.
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Volunteer
Share your skills and time to support our events, programs, and community initiatives.
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Donate
Fuel our mission and programs with your financial support, helping families and communities thrive.
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Careers
Step into a role where you can make a difference every day. Explore our open staff and leadership opportunities.
SEE OUR COMMUNITY IN ACTION
Families, caregivers, and supporters across Richmond and West Contra Costa County are leading change, sharing their experiences, and building stronger, thriving communities.
Explore their stories and be inspired!
Discover how families and caregivers are shaping wellness, leadership, and advocacy across our communities.
