Logo for the Mom & Dad Project, a Family Resource Center, with retro-style font and starburst designs

The Mom & Dad Project is a group of people, banded together by love, and dedicated to the benefit of families with children. 

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we operate by grant funding, interested donors, the generosity of foundations, and "in-kind" support from Bear Valley Community Healthcare District.

Our service area is the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California, embracing Big Bear Valley, Lake Arrowhead, and their surrounding communities.

Play the video above and hear what our staff has to say!

(You can find our individual staff video interviews at the bottom of this page.)

✴ New Mom Cafe

✴ Dental Health Services

✴ Women Infants & Children (WIC)

✴ Read Out and Read

✴ Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program

✴ Play & Learn Classes

✴ Resource Center

Colorful block letters spelling "FREE CLASSES" on a white background.

✴ Childbirth Classes

✴ Parenting Styles Classes

✴ Educando con Amor

✴ Effective Discipline

✴ The DAD Project

✴ Ages & Stages

✴ Clases Prenatales

✴ Mi Bebe y Yo

✴ Mountain Youth Project

Learn More About Our Free Classes!

Click the buttons below to read bios and learn about our team here at The Mom & Dad Project.

For even more insight into what we are all about here at The Mom & Dad Project, watch our video moments below!

  • A cartoon photo of Megan Meadors smiling in front of a green leafy background.

    Megan Meadors, BSW, MAM

    Program Director

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  • A cartoon photo of Nichole McGivney wearing glasses and a light blue shirt, standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Nichole McGivney, CLE, CCCE

    Maternal Health Coordinator / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of Jeffry Tunnell wearing glasses, and a checkered shirt standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Jeffry A. Tunnell

    Family Resource Center Supervisor

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  • A cartoon photo of a woman with long wavy hair smiling in front of a leafy green background.

    Destiny Craig

    Data Analyst

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  • A cartoon photo of a woman with curly brown hair smiling, wearing hoop earrings, a silver necklace, and a cream-colored top with a green leafy background.

    Tania Vara

    Latino Outreach Coordinator / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a smiling woman with long dreadlocks wearing a black shirt with a logo that says "The Mom & Dad Project" in front of a green leafy background.

    Johanna Sanders

    Community Educator / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a young woman with long dark hair, glasses, and a denim jacket smiling in front of a green leafy background.

    Angelica Rodriguez

    Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a woman with long brown hair and glasses smiling, wearing a black top and a delicate necklace, standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Sandy Flores Rodriguez

    Structured Childcare Manager / CHW

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  • Lupita Rodriguez

    Lupita Rodriguez

    Structured Childcare / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a young man with short dark hair, wearing a white button-up shirt and earrings, smiling in front of a green leafy background.

    Fredy Diaz

    Mountain Youth Project Manager / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a smiling woman with blonde, wavy hair and green eyes, wearing a black top with floral-patterned sleeves and a gold necklace with the word "Hume" on it, standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Nicole Tobiason

    Youth Empowerment Counselor / CHW

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  • A cartoon photo of a young woman with short black hair with blonde highlights, wearing glasses, a black shirt, a gray hoodie, and a necklace with a pendant, standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Jade Garcia

    Structured Childcare

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  • A cartoon photo of a smiling man with a beard, blue eyes, and brown hair, wearing a gray button-up shirt, standing in front of a green leafy background.

    Jacob Phillips

    Data & Finance Coordinator

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  • A cartoon photo of a young woman with long brown hair, big green eyes, and a bright smile, standing in front of a lush green leafy background.

    Laura Williams

    Office and Grants Manager

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  • A cartoon photo of a smiling young woman with long dark hair, wearing a dark striped shirt, against a green leafy background.

    Leah Cottrell

    Youth Resilience Specialist

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The Mom & Dad Project Teams Captured In Action!

A group of ten people smiling and hugging outdoors in front of a scenic forest landscape with trees and rocks in the background, during sunset.
Group of seven women and girls wearing football jerseys, standing together outdoors in front of a building.
Group of eight people standing together indoors, smiling for a photo, with a digital display showing a logo or symbol in the background.
Group of people dressed as Minions from Despicable Me, wearing yellow hats, goggles, and face masks, standing with a person in a black and gray striped shirt and blazer in front of a building.
A group of ten people standing outdoors in a forested area with large rocks and trees, during sunset.
A group of people, including women and men, standing outdoors on a grassy field with trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background. They are holding water hoses and appear to be participating in an outdoor activity or event.
A group of eleven people, including men and women of varying ages, standing outdoors among rocky terrain and tall pine trees during sunset, smiling at the camera.
Four people standing behind a table under a tent that says 'The Mom & Dad Project.' They appear to be at an outdoor event, with a Sno-Cone machine on the table and cups of syrup nearby.
Group of seven people participating in a fun outdoor event, some wearing masks and holding props, with a colorful banner in the background.
A group of people outdoors with mountains and blue sky in the background, all wearing matching gray hoodies.
A group of six women wearing festive holiday sweaters and reindeer antler headbands, standing behind a table with cups of hot chocolate, marshmallows, candy canes, and snacks, in a decorated room for a Christmas celebration.
A group of people dressed in Dalmatian costumes posing outdoors. They are standing under a black tent with white text reading 'The Mom & Dad Project'. The sky is blue with some clouds, and there are trees in the background.
Group of ten women and one man standing outdoors in a grassy field during sunset, wearing casual and stylish clothing.
Nine women posing together at a festive event, standing in front of a winter-themed backdrop with a decorated Christmas tree on the left.
A group of people sitting around a table in a restaurant, smiling. The restaurant has a wall decorated with framed pictures and a sign that says, 'Good pizza, good beer, good music, good times.'
Five people standing in front of Christmas decorations, including a tree with ornaments, wrapped presents, and holiday-themed furniture, with a green and red wall background.
A fun indoor playroom filled with children and adults, with colorful toys, mats, and educational decorations on the walls.
Group of ten people sitting and standing on hay bales in front of a rustic wooden backdrop, holding decorative signs and artwork, with autumn-themed decorations hanging above.
Three people dressed as characters from 101 Dalmatians standing outside. The woman in the middle is dressed as Cruella de Vil wearing a Dalmatian coat and a black and white wig. The two men on either side are dressed as Horace and Jasper, henchmen.
A booth for The Mom & Dad Project at an outdoor event with two women dressed in costume, Halloween decorations like pumpkin and banners hanging, and informational materials on the table.
Two women standing under a white outdoor canopy tent at a community event, smiling at the camera. There are various items and informational material on the table in front of them, which is covered with a black tablecloth reading 'The Mom & Dad Projec
A group of six children and one adult in Christmas pajamas and elf accessories standing with Santa Claus in a classroom decorated for Christmas, with a Christmas tree and holiday decorations in the background.
Group of women posing playfully in front of a winter-themed backdrop with snow-covered branches and string lights at a celebration or party.
A group of people standing in front of a black canopy tent that reads "The Mom & Dad Project" and features images of a family. The group is outdoors with trees and mountains in the background on a sunny day.
A smiling older man with gray hair wearing a black jacket with the logo 'The Dad Project' standing outdoors with blurred trees in the background.
Group of diverse adults smiling outdoors in front of a tree and building, holding a banner and red tote bags, celebrating an educational event.
Three women standing behind a table under a black tent with the name and logo of The Mom & Dad Project, a parenting resource and education center, outdoors on grass with trees and parked cars in the background.
A group of ten diverse people standing in a line and smiling for a photo in an office setting. Behind them is a wall with a sign that reads 'First 5 San Bernardino' and a logo of a hand within a shield.
A person standing behind a table under a black canopy tent with 'The Mom & Dad Project' written on it. The table has informational materials and a pink container. A chalkboard sign in front says 'Check us out!' with social media handle '@TheMomAndDad
Group of people wearing matching purple hoodies, standing outdoors on concrete pavement with parked cars and houses in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.
Group of diverse people, wearing matching blue sweatshirts with 'Let's Be Better Humans' written on them, gathered outdoors for a group photo with mountains and a clear sky in the background.
A classroom filled with children and adults engaging in activities at tables. The room is decorated with educational posters, alphabet charts, and artwork on the walls. There is colorful play equipment and a rainbow rug. The atmosphere is lively and
Group of children and adults posing around a person dressed as Santa Claus in a decorated classroom with Christmas gifts and a Christmas tree.
Group of women and children standing in a classroom or workshop space, smiling for a photo. There are tables with supplies, water bottles, and colorful decorations, and a wall with photo frames and colorful quilt-like wall hangings. A large screen di
Group of women and girls in matching blue shirts, some wearing leis, standing together outdoors on a sunny day with trees and a tent in the background.
A family resource center booth with three people standing behind a table under a green tent at an outdoor event, with signs promoting child birth, nurturing families, child enrichment, and car seats, and a banner for the Big Bear Lions Club in the ba
Two women sitting on a red heart-shaped sculpture with the hashtag #ILOVEOREGON in a large indoor conference or event space.
Two women standing behind a table at a school event with registration materials, pens, and lanyards, inside a building with large windows and a view of parked cars and trees outside.
Two women standing behind a table at an outdoor event under a canopy, promoting The Mom & Dad Project. The table is filled with informational pamphlets, flyers, pens, and donation containers. A young boy is walking in the background on the green gras
A group of seven people standing on the steps of a building labeled "City Hall," posing for a photo on a sunny day.
Two individuals standing in front of a backdrop at a wellness conference, decorated with colorful balloons in shades of orange, yellow, white, blue, and green, and gold star balloon ornaments. Both are wearing conference badges and smiling.
A booth set up outdoors under a canopy with the sign 'The Mom & Dad Project.' Two women stand behind a table with pamphlets and flyers, and three children are nearby. There are parked cars and trees in the background.
Group of children and adults holding certificates in a classroom or community center with a large screen displaying 'Congratulations' and wall decorations.
Two women standing behind a table at an outdoor event under a large tent with the words 'Mom & Dad Project' on it. The table has clipboards, pens, chips, cookies, and decorated cupcakes.
Group of young girls and women in yellow shirts gathered outdoors around a large sign that reads "Memories in motion Inland Empire" in front of a wooden structure with blue sky background.
A group of people standing together indoors, some smiling at the camera, with one person holding a trophy. The group includes both men and women of various ages.
A group of children and an adult woman painting rocks outdoors at a park on a sunny day. The woman is wearing sunglasses and a cap, helping the children with their painting activity.
Children sitting and standing inside a playground structure with a green surface, surrounded by trees and houses, some children making peace signs, others looking towards the camera, and a woman standing in the background.
Three people standing under a teal-colored canopy at an outdoor event, smiling for the camera, with tables, flyers, and boxes in the foreground.
Colorful toys on the grass at a park with children and adults in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.
A woman and child playing with a piñata outdoors in a park with trees and houses in the background.
A young girl wearing a pink dress and pink sneakers watches a colorful piñata during an outdoor event with children and adults, trees, and mountains in the background.
A man standing behind a table at an outdoor event booth for The Mom & Dad Project Family Resource Center, with pamphlets and small teal figures on the table, under a light blue canopy with support groups and parenting messages.
A group of people, including a woman wearing orange sunglasses and a Carhartt beanie, taking a selfie in front of a crowd outside a building. Several individuals are wearing animal-themed hats, and there are children and adults dressed casually. The
Group of people wearing medals, standing in front of Big Bear sign with a bear logo, outdoors on a sunny day.
A young woman with dark hair is smiling and holding a certificate of completion, standing in a room with tables and chairs.
A family resource center booth set up outdoors with two women standing behind it. The booth has various supplies including pamphlets, diapers, and promotional items. The table is covered with a white cloth displaying the text 'The Mom & Dad Project'
A group of people sitting around a large rectangular conference table with papers, notebooks, and pens, inside a well-lit room with large windows and hanging quilts or fabric art on the wall.
A group of people seated around a U-shaped conference table in a meeting room, listening to a woman standing at a podium. The conference room has colorful quilted fabric banners hanging from the ceiling and photos on a wall.
Two women smiling and posing for a photo inside a grand, ornate government building with green carpet, gold accents, columns, and a digital sign that reads about the California State Assembly welcoming to the assembly floor on April 3rd.
A group of nine people sitting around a circular table at a conference, with a decorative centerpiece, notebooks, cups, and bananas on the table, in a large conference room with many other attendees and a stage in the background.
Four people standing inside a room, smiling at the camera.
Four people standing in front of a colorful backdrop in a library, three women and one man, all smiling, with books and book displays around them.
Group of six people standing together indoors, smiling for a photo.
A group of women sitting and standing around tables in a room with decorated fabric hanging from the ceiling. The women are participating in a workshop or meeting, some with notebooks and pens. One woman is speaking at the front of the room near a wh
Group of young people outdoors, smiling and standing together on a sunny day, some holding drinks, with trees, buildings, and streetlights in the background.
A group of children and adults outdoors in a park with tall pine trees and a blue sky, posing and smiling for a photo.
Group of people holding a colorful banner at an outdoor zoo or animal sanctuary, with some children seated on the ground and others standing in front of a fenced enclosure.
A classroom with women attending a workshop or class, with a woman in a red sweater standing at the front, reading or presenting from a book, and a large screen displaying the logo of 'The Mom & Dad Project.' The room is decorated with colorful quilt
A woman serving herself a sandwich from a tray filled with croissants, bread, and sandwich buns in a kitchen or break room.
Group of people posing with certificates in a classroom or meeting room, with a screen displaying 'The Dad Project' behind them.
People sitting around a conference table engaged in a discussion; there are documents, sticky notes, pens, and electronic devices on the table; the background shows wooden blinds, an American flag, a framed photo of a helicopter, and a thermostat on
Group of people smiling, some holding a trophy, at an event in a decorated room.
People gathered in a decorated room for a Christmas celebration, with children seated on the floor watching activities, Christmas-themed decorations and performers in festive costumes, including one dressed as Santa Claus, visible in the background.
Two people standing in front of a balloon arch at The Wellness Conference, hosted by San Bernardino County. The arch features balloons in colors of orange, yellow, white, blue, green, and black, with some star-shaped balloons. The backdrop displays l
Group of five women standing indoors, holding photo collages, smiling, with framed pictures on the wall and large windows showing trees outside.
A group of children and adults gathered in a community room, sitting at tables with food, while others stand and smile for the camera. The room has large windows with colorful quilts hanging above and family photos on the wall.
Group of children and adults inside a classroom or community center holding certificates, with a whiteboard and wall decorations in the background.
Four women standing together and smiling in front of a green banner that says "Meaningful Work + Wealth." They are indoors near a gray brick wall and a folding table.
Group of diverse people, including men and women of various ages, posing together indoors in front of a blue wall with educational and motivational posters. Some are standing, some are kneeling or sitting on the floor, smiling at the camera.
Group of people, including children and adults, seated around tables engaging in arts and crafts, with paintings and art supplies visible. They are in a large indoor room with a high ceiling, large windows, and bright lighting.
Children and adults gathered around the ground, participating in an outdoor activity involving colorful items, with a tree and grassy area in the background.
A group of nine people standing in a living room in front of a fireplace, with a painting of a black dog skiing on the wall. The group includes young adults and older adults, dressed in casual and semi-formal attire. The room has large windows with b
Group of girls running in a race outdoor on a sidewalk, wearing blue shirts with hearts and the words 'heart & sole', some with race bibs, trees, a wooden building, and a chain-link fence in the background.
Six teenagers standing side by side on a bridge by the water at sunset, wearing matching black t-shirts with a spider web design and the words 'seniors' on them.

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