Our Programs
Uplift A Diversity of Clients
Innovating in Social Services
Felton Institute is a leader in providing cutting-edge services that transform people’s lives. Our award-winning programs combine the latest scientific research with cultural sensitivity and a deep commitment to supporting the communities we serve.
We serve over 87,000 clients across 7 Bay Area counties.
%
racial or ethnic minorities
%
at or below the poverty line
%
Clients are Female
Our Mission
Rooted in equity, Felton Institute transforms quality of life and promotes social justice to accelerate community led change.
Our Vision
Drive positive and sustainable community led change where all have equitable access to innovative, high-quality, evidence-informed services.
Core Service Areas
Early Care and Education
Embodying the values, policies and practices that support the right of every infant and young child.
Mental Health
Supporting, educating and destigmatizing mental illness as a critical part of overall wellness.
Family Support
Bolstering communities by addressing the basic needs that families find themselves unable to provide.
Justice Services
Envisioning and taking steps towards a society which individuals are treated with equality and respect.
Aging Services
Creating opportunities to help older adults remain in the community and age with dignity and high quality of life.
Transforming Lives
Our Stories
Giving Tuesday: How Felton Institute Gives Back
Felton Institute was founded on the ideals of community engagement and fostering programs and...
Leadership Spotlight: COO Dr. Yohana Quiróz on Inspiring Others
“I remember walking into Felton and feeling like it was a safe space,” Chief Operations Officer...
A Compassionate Ear: A History of San Francisco Suicide Prevention
In 1962, a red telephone in the basement of a Polk Street tattoo parlor in San Francisco became a...
Felton Fosters a Cradle-to-College Pipeline and Beyond
For over fifty years, Felton Institute has fostered the educational endeavors of children and...
Employee Spotlight: Malage LeBlanc on Access and Accessibility
Felton has always understood that equitable access to quality Mental Health services is paramount....
Growth Through Diversity: Al Gilbert and Marvin Davis on Success, Leadership, and Legacy
Felton Institute, a major service provider of mental and behavioral health, has experienced its...
Governor Gavin Newson Visits Felton’s Family Development Center
When Governor Gavin Newsom took a tour of Felton Institute’s Family Developmental Center in the...
The National Council for Behavioral Health and Eli Lilly and Company Award The Felton Institute’s PREP Program with a Prestigious Inspiring Hope Award for Excellence in Mental Health
Honorees to Share their Stories at a Special Awards Ceremony on May 6, 2014, in Washington, D.C....