Good news for the families of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts!

We are pleased to announce that Family Nurturing Center and Dorchester CARES have merged as of July 1, 2008.

Read April 15th 2009 Globe article about FNC's merger.

The strengthened, expanded new organization will continue under the “Family Nurturing Center of Massachusetts” name, led by FNC Executive Director Matt LiPuma and a merged Board of Directors. The merger formally brings together two very similar organizations that have been working together since their inception, enabling us to reach more families in more communities without duplication of effort or resources. To read more about this exciting expansion, click here, or see the front page of FNC's fall 2008 newsletter.

In FY2010, FNC is thoroughly engaged in Smart from the Start and another season of Nurturing Program expansion. Our work continues to be recognized throughout Boston and the state. FNC is mid-way through our strategic planning process, which engaged the Board, staff and over 20 stakeholders and community partners.
View our Strategic Plan.

To work with others to build nurturing communities where children are cherished, families are supported, and healthy human development is promoted by all.

The Family Nurturing Center of Massachusetts (FNC) is a unique learning organization that has been called "small, but mighty" by many who know us. FNC is a community based non-profit that was founded in 1994 with the goals of reducing child maltreatment and abuse and promoting healthy families and communities. Learn more about our mission, background, goals, and accomplishments.

To make a tax-deductible donation to FNC and its family support programs throughout the year, please click here. Thank you!

The Fall Nurturing Program and Training Calendar is now available! (PDF format)

Join us for FNC's biggest fundraising event of the year: the Rodman Ride for Kids! Be a part of FNC's cycling team, and ride 25, 50, or 100 miles on Saturday, September 25th to help FNC reach this year's $150,000 goal. To register as a Rider, sponsor a Rider, or make a general donation; all you have to do is CLICK HERE! Your gift will be matched at 10% by the Ride, an umbrella matching gift charity raising funds for at-risk children in Massachusetts.
To volunteer or learn more about riding or sponsorship, contact Valerie .

Over 125 people participated in the first Massachusetts Nurturing Network Conference held on May 7, 2009. The day included a dynamic keynote by Stephen Bavolek, Ph.D., ten engaging workshops, networking, and strategizing for spreading the Nurturing Philosophy statewide.

"The FNC staff has a unique way of working together. There is something magical about this organization."

"This was the best program I have ever been to. Even my kids loved it!"

"I wish Welcome Baby was around when I had my oldest child. This is such a wonderful resource for parents with newborns."