Dear OP Friends,
As I reflect on 2025, one word continues to come to mind: INSPIRED!
In a year marked by economic uncertainty, shifting priorities, and challenges facing families across the country, I have been continually inspired by the resilience of parents and the unwavering support of people like you.
At Operation Parent, we believe that strong families build strong communities. And while the challenges facing today's parents continue to evolve, one thing remains constant: parents are still the greatest influence in their children's lives.
Throughout 2025, we had the privilege of equipping and encouraging parents, educators, healthcare providers, faith leaders, and community partners through our newly launched website, our updated Parent Handbooks, expert-led monthly webinars, blogs and more.
All of these are designed to strengthen families and spark meaningful dialogue… because we know that when conversations begin, connections deepen, and lives change!
What gives me even greater hope is where we are headed. We know parents want trusted information, practical tools, and encouragement available in the moments they need it most. That is why in 2026 we are investing in development of the Operation Parent App.
This exciting new platform will place our trusted parenting resources, conversation starters, timely guidance, and community support directly into the hands of parents – giving them access wherever they are. Our goal here is simple: to make it easier than ever for families to access the tools they need to navigate today's challenges and to have those casual, courageous conversations with their children.
While the technology is exciting, we are not just building an app - we are building connections!
As Operation Parent celebrates 20 years in 2026, I am more optimistic than ever about the road ahead. The need has never been greater, but neither has our opportunity to make a difference.
To our donors, partners, volunteers, board members, and friends: thank you. Your generosity, encouragement, prayers, and belief in this mission make every resource distributed, every conversation started, and every family reached possible.
With gratitude and hope,
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