What We Do
How we’re working to give every child what they need to thrive and become successful adults.
Advance Policies
We advocate for policies that will make a difference in our children’s future.
Serve Children
We lead programs to serve and empower children, families and communities.
Inspire Activism
We provide tools and information for the public to join us in advocating for a better future for today’s children.
What We Do
We’re working to give every child what they need to thrive and reach their full potential.
Advance Policies
We advocate for policies that will make a difference in our children’s future.
Serve Children
We lead programs to serve and empower children, families and communities.
Inspire Activism
We provide tools and information for the public to join us in advocating for a better future for today’s children.
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Make a Donation
Even a small amount can make a big difference in the lives of children who are struggling.
Stay Connected
Sign up for our newsletter to get important updates, exclusive invitations and breaking news relevant to our cause.
News & Views
Legislation and policies may change, but our mission never does. Read our most recent press releases to learn the latest.
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The Test of Our Progress
“The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough […]
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We Must Stop Destroying our Children
“There is no doubt that it is around the family and the home that all the greatest virtues – the most dominating virtues of human […]
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Prayers for Our School Children
As children across the country return to their classrooms, I share prayers for them in this new school year. I begin with a special prayer […]
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A Shameful State: Child Poverty Crisis Continues in States Across the Nation
September 13, 2018 Children across the nation, especially children under six and children of color, live in extreme poverty during critical developmental years Child Poverty […]
Read More...Our National Disgrace: Census Data Points to Continued Child Poverty Crisis
September 12, 2018 Too many children, especially young children and children of color, live in extreme poverty during critical developmental years Washington, D.C. – Nearly 1 […]
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President Trump’s 2019 Budget Proposes to Leave the Most Vulnerable Behind
As expected, the President proposes to use his 2019 Budget, released on February 12th, to pay for the $1.5 trillion deficit increase included in the […]
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News & Views
Legislation and policies may change, but our mission never does. Read our most recent press releases to learn the latest.
-
The Test of Our Progress
“The test of our progress is not whether we add more to the abundance of those who have much; it is whether we provide enough […]
Read More... -
We Must Stop Destroying our Children
“There is no doubt that it is around the family and the home that all the greatest virtues – the most dominating virtues of human […]
Read More... -
Prayers for Our School Children
As children across the country return to their classrooms, I share prayers for them in this new school year. I begin with a special prayer […]
Read More...
A Shameful State: Child Poverty Crisis Continues in States Across the Nation
September 13, 2018 Children across the nation, especially children under six and children of color, live in extreme poverty during critical developmental years Child Poverty […]
Read More...Our National Disgrace: Census Data Points to Continued Child Poverty Crisis
September 12, 2018 Too many children, especially young children and children of color, live in extreme poverty during critical developmental years Washington, D.C. – Nearly 1 […]
Read More...-
President Trump’s 2019 Budget Proposes to Leave the Most Vulnerable Behind
As expected, the President proposes to use his 2019 Budget, released on February 12th, to pay for the $1.5 trillion deficit increase included in the […]
Read More...
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