Our #CDFMN leaders spoke with press about how expanded ICE presence and funding cuts impact MN youth. State Dir. Alisha Porter & Sr. Policy Dir. Alexandra Fitzsimmons were joined by local pastors Dr. Billy Charvez Russell & Bishop Richard D. Howell Jr.: https://youtu.be/dTxF9yGBoLw
As the government shutdown continues, so does the hardship for hundreds of thousands of federal workers and their children. #CDFMN’s Alexandra Fitzsimmons testified on the urgent need to protect the WIC nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children: https://youtu.be/g_AVOpESIlI
Our #CDFMinnesota team is renewing its call for state leaders to convene a special session and enact a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Learn more from #CDFMN’s Alexandra Fitzsimmons in a piece by the Stillwater Gazette: https://bit.ly/479r4nW
"Act Now" | The #CDFMN team, Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action - MN, and Protect MN joined local leaders, educators & families in Minnesota today to urge Gov. Tim Walz to call a special session for a statewide ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines: https://bit.ly/3WukuU4
"Our children are waiting." | The #CDFMN team submitted a letter to the Minnesota Senate Gun Violence Prevention Working Group urging action to make the state's communities safer for children after the shooting at Annunciation Church. Read the full letter: https://bit.ly/46EE19i
The #CDFMN team is proud to join 60+ orgs, led by Children’s Minnesota, urging lawmakers to pass common-sense gun laws and invest in mental health after the Annunciation Church and School shooting. Read the letter: https://bit.ly/4gvuXrH
We're still reflecting on our #CDFMN Celebration of Joy and the inspiring words of Halperin Award honoree Neah Logan who reminded us anything is possible: “I once said, 'I know I’m not your best bet, but God, please don’t give up on me.' And here I am, from challenge to change!”
Tonight in St. Paul, #CDFMN hosted A Celebration of Joy to mark 40 years of helping children in Minnesota grow up with dignity, hope, and joy. Hear remarks from @revdrstarsky.bsky.social and CDF-MN State Director Alisha Porter!
As #CDFMN celebrates 40 years, local alumni of the Young Advocate Leadership Training reunited ahead of tonight’s Celebration of Joy to reflect on the future of child advocacy. We're grateful to all who’ve strengthened CDF-MN's work over the years. Thank you!
#CDFFreedomSchools scholars joined #CDFMN at the State Capitol for the National Day of Social Action to declare: Public Education is a Public Good. Watch Veronica Marshall’s full recap for the Minnesota State Senate: www.facebook.com/watch/?v=108...
Tax Day is next week! MN parents: You could get up to $1,750 per child with the state’s #ChildTaxCredit. See what you qualify for + find free tax help at CDF-MN’s Bridge to Benefits site: bridgetobenefits.org
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