Honoring the Memory of
Jean Childs Young
About Jean Childs Young
The fund is named in loving memory of Jean Childs Young’s lifelong dedication to children at Families First and beyond. Jean guided the work of Families First through her service on the Board of Directors for many years. Jean also co-founded the Atlanta/Fulton County Commission on Children and Youth. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter appointed Jean as chair of the American committee of the UN International Year of the Child. Jean also advocated for the well-being of children through the Children’s Defense Fund and UNICEF.
The Jean Childs Young Resilience Fund for Women & Children
Families First established the Jean Childs Young Resilience Fund for Women & Children to respond to the immediate needs of single mothers and their children who are struggling with complex challenges.
Support Atlanta's Single Moms
Jean Childs Young Forum on Empowering Single Moms
Families First hosted a dynamic forum that brought together lived experience, expert insight, and community leadership to advocate for single mothers. Through powerful conversations with panelists, policymakers, and community partners, the event elevated lived experiences, examined systemic challenges, celebrated resilience, and explored advocacy-driven solutions to help families thrive.
