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For Our Children: It’s time to “do our first works over”

Every January is an opportunity to press the reset button. But this year…in this moment…it was different. We are being called to something deeper.

February 6, 2026 | National
Education

Commentary: Seventy years later, the fight for equality begins anew

February 5, 2026
Immigration

Tell City Officials in Austin: Protect and Support Families

A recent 911 call in Austin led to the arrest, detention, and deportation of a U.S. citizen child. This incident underscores how collaboration between the Austin Police Department (APD) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is putting children and families at risk and eroding public trust.

January 16, 2026 | Texas
Gun Violence

CDF Cares: Supporting Children and Families After the Fatal Shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti

Children’s Defense Fund stands with those affected, offering care, connection, and advocacy during times of crisis.

January 12, 2026 | Minnesota
Immigration

Tell Congress: End Family Detention Now!

As a result of the huge budget cuts Congress made to life-saving programs like Medicaid and SNAP in its budget reconciliation bill this summer, millions of Americans are losing access to healthcare and nutrition assistance. 

November 13, 2025 | Texas
Education

Advocate for Immigrant Students’ Access to Higher Education in Texas

During the recent Texas legislative session, some lawmakers proposed legislation that would have limited the provisions of the Texas Dream Act so that Texas high school graduates who are undocumented could no longer qualify for in-state tuition.

September 19, 2025 | Texas
CDF Cares: Resource Assistance for Minnesota Children and Families

In the wake of the deadly Minneapolis shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church on Wednesday, August 27, 2025—another tragic and preventable act of gun violence, Children’s Defense Fund–Minnesota (CDF-MN) grieves the lives of the young people lost and stands in heartfelt solidarity with their families and the 17 survivors. In moments like these, our collective care matters.

August 28, 2025 | Minnesota
Child Health

Medicaid Turns 60: Celebrate Coverage, Not Cuts

For six decades, Medicaid has served as a lifeline, protecting children’s health and strengthening communities. Now, as Medicaid marks this milestone, that promise has been broken.

July 29, 2025 | National
CDF Cares: Resource Assistance for Central Texas Flooding

Whether you're seeking support or looking for ways to help, we’ve compiled a list of trusted resources and partners responding to this crisis across Central Texas.

July 10, 2025 | Texas
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom. A Commitment to Justice.

On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce the freedom of more than 250,000 enslaved Black people.

June 19, 2025 | National

Starsky Wilson stands at a podium in front of a crowd.

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For Our Children

From the desk of President and CEO Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, discover a new take on child well-being and advocacy. Read to learn more about shaping conversations, policies, and actions for improving the lives of our nation's children and youth.

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