What We Do for Children
Children First is the only Non-Profit of its kind that serves as the driving force to shape public policy and enhance the quality of life for the children and families of Alabama.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Do you have a child under the age of 5? Sign them uo for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library! This program sends a free book to your child until they reach the age of 5 years.
2025 Legislative Agenda
Our number one goal is to advocate for our Alabama children in the Alabama Legislature. Each year we formulate an extensive Legislative Agenda.
Children First Trust Fund
The biggest accomplishment of Children First is the creation of the Children First Trust Fund. Since it's creation in 1998, The protection of the CFTF is our first priority each legislative session.
Alabama Family Central is packed full of resources for you and for your family. Alabama Family Central has been a goal for several years from the creation of the Department of Children’s Affairs in 2001 through the priorities of the Governor’s Children’s Cabinet in recent years. As a single platform for families to access services and programs, its purpose is to help families easily navigate and find links to supports they need.
Today’s Children Tomorrows Leaders
