Ding Ding TV Report – Grand Opening of FCSN Osgood Center

On August 23rd, Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) held the grand opening of its new headquarters – the Osgood Center – in Fremont.

Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, was formed in 1996 by ten families of children with special needs. They wanted to support each other, share ideas, and educate the community about those with special needs. In 2001, FCSN embarked on the Dream Project, and in 2006 built a community center (Dream Center) in Fremont. Today, FCSN’s vision is to build a “Dream Community”, a community of love, hope, and respect for the special needs, provide a village of support, and deliver happiness.

Since its founding, FCSN has connected and aided more than 800 multi-ethnic families. With two centers, FCSN now provides 40+ comprehensive programs for special needs individuals of all ages and their families. By 2014, FCSN has over 200 students in its Vendorized Day Programs, 100 staff (including full and part time), and over 800 family members.