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WHO WE ARE

Our Departments

WHAT WE DO

Our Services

Development

FCM's Head Start and Early Head Start programs address children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive and language development.

Nutrition Services

FCM ensures children receive nutritious meals while attending the Head Start program and reinforces nutrition with families.

Mental Health

FCM builds collaborative relationships among children, families, staff, mental health pros, and the community to increase understanding of mental wellness.

Disability Services

FCM provides services to children with disabilities and their families, offering specially trained teachers and staff.

Family Services

FCM increases families' capacity to support and nurture their children through a compassionate partnership between staff and families.

Health Services

FCM reinforces personal and dental hygiene and provides health screenings and follow-up care by medical and dental professionals.

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ABOUT US

A Quick Look at FCM, Inc.

Friends of Children of Mississippi (FCM), Inc. is a highly efficient, team-based, non-profit human service organization. During the past 60 years, FCM has successfully served over 160,000 children and families — striving continuously to provide communities with high quality Head Start and Early Head Start services.

Creating inquisitive learners
Ensuring School Readiness
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TESTIMONIALS

What are Families Saying about FCM, Inc.

Angela Rivera
Parent

Choosing FCM was one of the best decisions we ever made. My son looks forward to going every morning, and I have complete peace of mind knowing he is in caring, capable hands.

OHS Disclaimer

This website is supported by Grant Numbers 04CH12008, 04CH011703 and 04HP000501 from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tool provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of Friends of Children of Mississippi, Inc. and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families or the Office of Head Start.