Thriving Together
Celebrating 50 Years of Care, Support, and Community Impact
1976 - 2026
For 50 years, we’ve stood alongside children, families, individuals, and child care providers across Alameda County.
When children are cared for, individuals and families are supported, and child care providers are strengthened, communities thrive.
Thriving Together isn’t just what we believe. It’s how we’ve worked for 50 years — and how we’ll move forward.
Explore 50 Years of Moments That Matter
1976
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2016
2017
2019
2020
2022
2023
2024
2025
Resources for Family DevelopmentOpens serving Livermore Valley
Parents Place (FamilyResource Center) opensin Livermore
Service area expands to includeFremont, Union City, and Newark
Secured funding to provide childcare for homeless and at riskfamilies and teen parents
Resources for Family Developmentchanges name to Child Care Links
Child Care Links increased theirinitial budget of $150,000 in1976 to over $26 million
The number of children and familiesserved increased to 1,500
Diaper Pantry Program beginsin Tri-Valley and Oakland
Merger with Family Service Counseling &Community Resource Center + Rebrandto Hively
Provided meals for over2,000 people duringShelter-at-Home
It Took More Than Time — It Took People
Reaching 50 years took more than a calendar milestone. It took community.
Individuals, families, clients, and child care providers who trusted us with their needs. Supporters, corporate partners, volunteers, staff, and board members who believed in the work.
Every chapter of our story has been written together.
Powered by Community
With Gratitude to…
Families & Individuals
Who inspire our mission every day through their resilience, trust, and stories
Child Care Providers
Who care for children every day - the unsung heroes of our community
Donors & Partners
Who make support possible through generous giving and meaningful collaboration
Volunteers, Staff & Board
Who lead with heart and carry the mission forward each and every day
Thriving Together means none of us does this alone.
How Childcare Changed Everything
Listen to Kayla’s story. She’s one of the many single mom’s we serve. 80% of our clients are single households.
I came to Hively as a single mom who needed support. Thanks to child care subsidies with Hively’s support, I went back to school, and now I’m a nurse.
Kayla, Parent
Impact Snapshot
In 2024-2025 fiscal year, we served:
Bee part of the hive and support families like Kayla's
Imagining What's Next
The Next Chapter Is Full of Possibility
The need continues — and so does our commitment.
We are inspired by the families, child care providers, and clients we serve, and guided by what they teach us.
With deeper impact and expanded reach across Alameda County, the next chapter is full of possibility.
This is an invitation to dream big…
and keep building together.
Looking Ahead, We’re Focused On:
- Expanding access to quality child care
- Strengthening family support systems
- Advancing mental health and wellness
- Supporting providers as essential community partners
Bee part of the hive and join us for the next 50 years
Celebrate With Us
50th Anniversary Events — Coming Soon
Join us as we honor the journey, celebrate community, and imagine what’s next.