In Embracing children is at the heart We are advocates for children in poverty. And we commit to developing minds, bodies and spirits Holistic child development means we begin, in some cases, with prenatal care and go all the way through leadership development for qualified young adults. It means we take a long-term approach to what we do and go beyond simple involvement in the lives of the children and families we serve. All of our child development programs provide opportunities that encourage healthy development in four areas — spiritual, physical, social and economic.