Our Mission
Growing Pains Compassion Outreach empowers teen parents and single mothers to build healthy families and hopeful futures through education, community, and compassionate support.
Our History
Founded in 2007 by Susan Fudge, Growing Pains began by supporting teen parents — both moms and dads with love, understanding, and guidance. What started as a small pilot program in local high schools has grown into ongoing support for parents and single moms, helping them navigate the challenges of parenthood and education.
Who We Serve
We support teen parents and single moms, providing guidance, resources, and community at every stage of parenthood. Our programs include:
Teen parent groups – offering parenting guidance and emotional support to pregnant and parenting students in the Chaffey Joint Union High School District and Upland Unified School District.
Single mom community groups – focused on building connections, providing guidance, and creating a safe space for moms and their children.
Our Values
Love, compassion, and encouragement guide everything we do. We meet families where they are, provide ongoing support, and create a safe, welcoming space for parents and their children as they navigate parenthood, education, and personal growth.
Listen to Alyssa’s story and hear how Growing Pains supports teen parents and single moms.
Meet the Growing Pains Team
Holly Bettge, Executive Director
Holly Bettge became a mom in 2014 during her senior year of college and was supported by Growing Pains. After completing her graduate degree, she joined the organization as an intern and later served as Program Coordinator, working closely with and being mentored by founder Susan Fudge for four years. Holly became Executive Director in May 2022. She draws on her experience as a parent and her work with young families to guide her leadership and is committed to supporting teen parents and single moms as they navigate parenthood and pursue their goals.
Juanita Braunwalder, Board Vice President
I have been serving with Growing Pains since 2009. I got started with Growing Pains because I have a heart for service. After volunteering I realized how much I wanted to be a part of these young parents and to encourage them as they walk this journey of being a parent as a teen. I believe that when we invest in our young we help to change their world in a positive way.
Growing Pains Board of Directors
Holly Bettge, Juanita Braunwalder, Brandi Florio, Diana Stiles & Roger Katona.