Child & Family is a private, nonprofit organization working every day to help the most vulnerable children, families, and seniors across Rhode Island since 1866. 
Our mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and the communities in which they live by identifying needs and utilizing best practices. 
1932

1932

“We plan that each child have at least a dime to spend.” (December Log)
1929

1929

The Wall Street Crash of 1929, also known at Black Tuesday, ushers in the Great Depression along with 2,263 applications for assistance, an increase of 882 more than any year in the Home’s history
1924

1924

The Home establishes a Daycare for children of working mothers
1917

1917

The Home issues its first appeal for funds during Christmas. 100 paper bags are distributed and 90 are returned, providing abundantly for the Home
1878

1878

The Charity Organization Society of Newport is founded & is later renamed “Family Services Society” in 1946