Partnership for Children: What are "Community Partners"?

All agencies which either provide direct services to families with children ages 0-6, or are advocates for, maintain an active interest in, or otherwise maintain some sort of relationship with families with children ages 0-6, may apply to be a Partnership for Children Community Partner or Community Supporter.

Community Partners must employ at least 1 part-time staff person who provides a direct service to families with children ages 0-6, including, but not limited to, Home-Visiting, Child Care Services, Preschool Services, Parent Education Services, Financial Support/ Resources, Health Services, Resource and Referral, and Literacy Enhancement/ Development. Community Partners commit to participating in at least one Partnership for Children committee or work group, and are prepared to commit cash, in-kind support, or staff time to the activities of the Partnership.

Current Community Partner Agencies and their Representatives

Albemarle County Schools, Sylvia Henderson
Albemarle Department of Social Services, Kathy Ralston
Arc of the Piedmont, John Santoski
Charlottesville City Schools, Ann Dublirer
Charlottesville Department of Social Services, Diane Kuknyo
Charlottesville/Albemarle Commission on Children and Families, Gretchen Ellis
Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Becky Weybright
Children, Youth & Family Services, Jacki Bryant
Jefferson Area CHIP, Judy Smith
Monticello Area Community Action Agency, Karen Shepard
Region Ten Community Services Board, Susan Shaw
Charlottesville Albemarle Health Department, Marilyn Pace
United Way-Thomas Jefferson Area, Jon Nafziger
Virginia Cooperative Extension, Christine Kastan

How Can I Become a Community Partner or Supporter?

Community Partners and Community Supporters are invited to meet with the Coordinator to discuss potential membership. Contact Jessie Ray, Partnership for Children Coordinator, for more information (ph: 434-220-KIDS (5437) ext. 240.