The First 5 Santa Barbara County Children and Families Commission is now accepting applications from county residents interested in serving as an alternate community member for a two-year term from July 2026 through June 2028.

Ideal candidates will either live and/or work in Orcutt, Santa Maria, or Guadalupe, and have prior professional and/or lived experience with one of the following:

Community-based organizations that provide direct service to families with children age 0-5 and provide relevant programming and resources.

Local medical, pediatric, or obstetric associations or societies.

Individuals interested in being considered for an appointment to the First 5 Santa Barbara County Children and Families Commission, should complete a Board Commission and Committee Application here. Application deadline is Thursday, April 30.

To request a copy of the commission roster, applications, or other information, contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 105 E. Anapamu St., Room 407, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.

First 5 Santa Barbara County is the local Children and Families Commission established after California voters passed Proposition 10 in 1999, directing tobacco tax revenues to support early childhood development and ensure children prenatal through age five and their families thrive.

First 5 Santa Barbara County partners across communities to advance health, early learning, and family support systems for young children in Santa Barbara County.