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Whereas Hands Together proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary having served as a beacon of hope and education in our community since its founding in 1999City Council of the City of Santa Ana Proclamation November 19 2024 Our MissionHands Together provides the highest quality early childhood education and care to lowincome families who are striving to gain stability improve their lives and overcome economic adversity. Our VisionThat all children from birth through age four are afforded opportunities to achieve their maximum potential for success in school and life. National research shows that children who attend highquality preschool programs are less likely to be placed in special education are less likely to be held back a grade and are more likely to graduate from high school. At Hands Together we provide the highest quality early childhood education and care to lowincome families who are striving to gain stability improve their lives and overcome economic adversity.