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Young Men at Green Hill School Honor Veterans

November 20, 2025

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Positive Indian Parenting Funding Opportunity Announced

November 14, 2025

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Post-Separation Resources for Families Impacted by Immigration Concerns

November 14, 2025

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Washington Celebrates Adoption of Foster Youth, Children (Español)

November 14, 2025

Gov. Bob Ferguson (middle) and DCYF Secretary Tana Senn (right) at a press conference in Seatle.

Ballmer Group Announces Grant to Fund Up to 10,000 More ECEAP Slots [Spanish | Somali]

November 12, 2025

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DCYF Honors Native American Heritage – Past & Present

November 3, 2025

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A Message from Secretary Senn: Federal Government Shutdown Impacts on Families (Resources and Guidance)

November 3, 2025

DCYF Secretary Tana Senn, Office of Tribal Relations (OTR) Early Learning Administrator Wendy Thomas, and OTR Director Cassie Anderson attending the 36th Annual Centennial Accord.

DCYF Attends 36th Annual Centennial Accord

October 30, 2025

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Resources for Families in Need During Federal Shutdown (Español)

October 29, 2025

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WA Sees Increase in Families Receiving Child Care Subsidy (Spanish | Somali)

October 27, 2025