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Meet PEPS

For more than 40 years, PEPS has been a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families across the Puget Sound.

Today, we provide parents at many stages of parenting and across all family structures with the connection and resources they need to feel less alone, more confident, and better equipped to raise thriving children. And we advocate for the systemic support that makes that possible.

Our model is grounded in research, built for belonging and the diverse communities we serve, and shown to improve parent wellbeing, strengthen the parent-child bond, and promote healthy child development. 

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Meet Peps - PEPS members at an event
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Meet Peps - Why we exist

Why We Exist

Our goal is to build the conditions where families thrive. That means helping parents develop resilience for whatever the next milestone or challenge brings, form meaningful social connections, and deepen their understanding of child development and parenting.

When parents have that kind of support, children benefit too—developing the social and emotional abilities that shape healthy growth and lifelong wellbeing.

The PEPS impact is growing beyond our region through an expanding network of partners who see these results firsthand—in families who feel more connected, more capable, and better prepared for whatever comes next.

Get To Know Us

Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how we support parents and families.

Meet PEPS - Our Values

Our Values

The principles that shape our work and ensure every parent feels welcomed, supported, and respected.

Meet PEPS - Our Vision

Our Vision

The future we strive to create, where all parents feel connected, supported, and able to thrive.

Meet PEPS - Our Team

Our Team

The people who bring our mission to life, working together to support and connect parents.

Meet PEPS - Our Impact

Our Impact

The difference we make in parents’ lives through connection, support, and community.

Meet PEPS - Our Model

Our Model

How we bring parents together through small groups, shared experiences, and guided support.

Meet PEPS - Equity and Inclusion

Equity & Inclusion

Our commitment to creating inclusive, culturally responsive spaces where every parent feels seen, respected, and supported.

Meet PEPS - News & Resources

News & Resources

Stories, insights, and resources to support parents and share experiences from our community.

What Others Have to Say About Us

"My wife and I were fortunate to form several important friendships through our shared experience with PEPS, and I had a similarly impactful time facilitating a group last summer. So it was a pleasure to make a small contribution to support the ongoing work at PEPS."

 

Adam

PEPS Donor and Group Leader

"PEPS surrounds new families with a community of fellow parents who are also navigating the challenges and joys of those early, shocking and tender days of parenting, shepherded by a seasoned guide. If only everyone had the opportunity PEPS provides."

 

Ginelle

PEPS Donor

“After my wonderful experience as a PEPS participant, I became interested in becoming a leader, as well as working to help PEPS reach more parents in the Renton area. In my most recent group, all of the moms lived within a 10-minute drive of each other, allowing them to better be able to support each other and stay connected.”

 

Jennifer

PEPS Group Leader

Help Every Parent Get the Support They Need

Your support helps PEPS keep programs accessible to all families, fund groups and events, and ensure every parent has access to the connection, knowledge, and community they need to thrive at the crucial stages of parenting.

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