Company Research Report: Committee for Children

Company Overview

Name and Mission of the Company

Committee for Children (CFC) is a pioneering organization dedicated to the safety and well-being of children through social-emotional learning (SEL). Their mission is to foster the safety and well-being of children through SEL and development.

Founding Details

• Founded: 1979

• Founder: Specific founder not mentioned, but the organization originated to support victims of child sexual abuse.

Key People

• CEO: Andrea Lovanhill

Headquarters

• Location: 2815 Second Ave., Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98121

Number of Employees

• No specific number of employees mentioned.

Revenue

• No revenue information is available.

Known For

Committee for Children is known for its innovative Second Step® family of SEL programs, and its long-standing leadership in social-emotional learning and child well-being.

Products

Product Offerings

The main product range under the Committee for Children is the Second Step® family of programs, which includes:

1. Second Step® Social-Emotional Learning Programs

• Description: Programs designed to integrate SEL into the daily lives of children, in and outside the classroom.

• Key Features:

• Curriculum for Early Learning through Grade 8.

• Focuses on reducing student behavioral issues and promoting positive school environments.

2. Bullying Prevention Unit

• Description: A program aimed at preventing bullying through SEL.

• Key Features:

• Instructs students on recognizing, reporting, and refusing bullying.

3. Child Protection Unit

• Description: Provides tools and training for preventing child abuse.

• Key Features:

• Equips educators with resources to address and prevent child abuse effectively.

4. Second Step® SEL for Adults

• Description: A program aimed at enhancing adults' social-emotional skills.

• Key Features:

• Focuses on improving adult SEL to better support children’s education.

5. Second Step® Insights Blog

• Description: Offers content and tips on life skills and well-being to help students thrive.

Notable Features of Products

• Focus on building social-emotional skills that help in bullying prevention and child protection.

• Digital programs are regularly updated to remain relevant and effective.

Recent Developments

New Products and Initiatives

• Second Step® High School Program: Launched in 2024 to support high school students with SEL.

• Captain Compassion® Comic Series: An annual campaign launched to curb bullying and school violence.

New Partnerships and Collaborations

• Partnership with Aperture Education: Announced collaboration to integrate assessments and curriculum for building social-emotional skills.

Additional Developments

• Inaugural Second Step Educator of the Year Awards: Recognized educators for their significant contributions to SEL in the classroom.

• Expansion into High Schools: CFC has broadened its program suite to offer a comprehensive SEL solution for Pre-K–12.

No Information Available

The report does not contain specific details on the number of employees or the revenue generated by Committee for Children.