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History of Operation Breakthrough

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    Operation Breakthrough

  • Founding

    Founding
    -It began as a response to requests from parents for child care for children of the working poor. The requests were made to Sister Corita Bussanmas and Sister Berta Sailer.
    -The program began with 50 infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
    - The organization is not religiously affiliated even though the Sisters started it, this is because it is funded partially by the government.

  • Additions

    Additions
    The organizaiton expanded to include before- and after-school care.

  • Move

    Move
    -The Center moved to its current location which is an old JC Penny store.
    -Its licensed capacity was 353 children

  • Expansion

    Expansion
    -Operation Breakthrough renovated its space and doubled the size of its facility.
    -It can now serve at least 500 children, instead of the previous 353.

  • Currently

    Currently
    -Currently, Operation Breakthrough serves over 500 children daily, and is funded through the government and donations.