#DYK over half of NYS households enrolled in SNAP are households with children. Due to H.R. 1, states will be responsible for a larger share of the administrative costs for SNAP this year. This shift puts food security at risk for millions. Congress must repeal these harmful provisions.

In 2 weeks, new NYC leadership will be sworn in. CCC's transition plan outlines key policies & investments to address affordability, increase child well-being, & advance a children’s agenda for our city’s future. Together, we can chart a course that supports families. Read the plan: bit.ly/CCCTP26

This year, our milestone 80th anniversary, CCC's 2024–2025 Annual Report traces our eight decades long legacy & highlights how we have championed the needs of NY's children across generations. Read the report to learn about our work from 1945 - 2025: bit.ly/4aefWcL #Advocacy #NYC

For 80 years, CCC has been an independent voice for children, turning data into action & fact-based advocacy into impact. With your support, CCC will continue to drive real solutions for NY children & families. Will you support us for #GivingTuesday? bit.ly/CCCGTD

We’re proud to share the recent appointment of CCC’s ED Raysa S. Rodriguez to Mayor-elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social's transition Committee on Youth & Education. Read the transition committees announcement: mailchi.mp/zohranfornyc... (🧵)

A recent @chalkbeat.org article speaks about how NYC communities are coming together amidst federal threats to vital food supports. Our new analysis shows over 1 million NYC households rely on #SNAP -- view CCC’s data for a breakdown of SNAP use by neighborhood: bit.ly/KTSNAP25

More than 154,000 NYC students were homeless last school year, marking a decade-long trend and highlighting barriers to education. Read more: http://specne.ws/bEvhxA 

📣 YOUTH JUSTICE RALLY ALERT 📣 Next week YJ&O and #Right2Remain Silent campaigns are hosting a speakout and march for #YouthJustice Action Month! Join CCC & partners as we march for youth justice, supportive action, & a system rooted in healing. 🗓️ Tues, 10/21 🕑 2pm 📍 560 Brook Ave (Bronx)

As NYC heads toward a mayoral election, the stakes could not be higher for children & families. One of the most pressing issues? Child care. Join us on 10/23 for a free, informative webinar featuring leaders in critical child care advocacy including CCC's own ED Raysa S. Rodriguez: bit.ly/wwccnyc

Federal budget cuts are slashing $4.5 billion from housing programs in NYC, threatening support for over 1 million residents through NYCHA & Section 8. Losing this funding means more evictions & more homelessness during an already serious homelessness crisis. #StopTheFederalCuts

Mayor Adams has launched a Commission on Universal After-School to design a sustainable, citywide system reaching 184,000 students by 2027. We’re proud to share the appointment of CCC Executive Director Raysa S. Rodriguez on the commission! 📖 Read the announcement: www.nyc.gov/mayors-offic...

Are you invested in a future where every child is healthy, housed, educated, & safe? Join our E-Action Network to get impactful content on child well-being & advocacy in your inbox. Plus, learn ways to get involved to advance policies & investments that support NY's children: bit.ly/ccceasub

TOMORROW: Join elected officials, advocates, & families for a rally to urge NY leaders to champion children's #mentalhealth in the face of federal cuts! 📅Thursday, July 24 🕘11:00am 📍109 East 115th St We must protect access to essential services like therapy, peer support, & meds.

Over 600 NYC children are waiting for seats in preschool special ed classes & more than 7k preschoolers are waiting for at least 1 of their legally mandated part-time services, like speech therapy or counseling. Special ed services are NOT optional. Act now: bit.ly/4mGYeCm

We must ensure that our city’s youth receive the ESSENTIAL programming they deserve! We are calling on @mayoradams.bsky.social to increase funding to afterschool programs this year. To join this fight, click here: tinyurl.com/ymxp4ahw #InvestAfter3pm #FundAfterschool

📣 Join us this Friday to rally against a #CityFHEPS rent increase! 📅Friday, May 30 🕘10:30am 📍Steps of City Hall The Adams administration is proposing to ⬆️ the income contribution from 30% to 40% for some CityFHEPS recipients. Let's fight this threat to #housing stability.

Nearly Half of US Kids—34 Million—Rely on Food, Health Programs Targeted by GOP | Common Dreams www.commondreams.org/news/republi...

While we were sleeping, harmful cuts to children and families were passed in the House by one vote. It's shameful to cut the healthcare and food assistance that New Yorkers rely on to give tax cuts to the wealthy. See how your rep voted here: clerk.house.gov/Votes/2025145

Half of all lifetime cases of mental disorders begin by age 14. By funding school-based & CBO-based service options we can significantly impact the long-term health of our young New Yorkers. @mayoradams.bsky.social, NYC Council read our priorities: bit.ly/BH26NYC

In NY, 33% (2.4 million) of children under 19 rely on #Medicaid & about 37% (468,000) of households with children rely on #SNAP. We must fight cuts to these programs to protect millions of NY children: bit.ly/3YnSt28 #HandsOffSNAP #HandsOffMedicaid

In NY, 33% (2.4 million) of children under 19 rely on #Medicaid & about 37% (468,000) of households with children rely on #SNAP. We must fight cuts to these programs to protect millions of NY children: bit.ly/3YnSt28 #HandsOffSNAP #HandsOffMedicaid

NYC's broken procurement system forces nonprofits to rely on “mere promises of payment, rather than prompt and predictable funding,” write @nycspeakeradams.bsky.social and @justinbrannan.bsky.social in a new op-ed. 🗞️ Learn why we need solutions to #PayNonprofitsOnTime: www.amny.com/oped/op-ed-n...

NY Gov @kathyhochul.bsky.social's Budget proposes changes to the formula used to decide how much funding school districts get per student. While the formula is out-of-date the proposed changes would result in NYC Public Schools getting $350M less. Help us fight this cut with CEEF: bit.ly/3GUA5I1

Now is a critical moment for NYC leaders to demonstrate their commitment to protecting & expanding supports that children & families urgently need. 1.67 million children live in NYC, almost 20% of the total pop., & their well-being must be a top priority: bit.ly/4jvjNnw

Putting #HAVP in the budget is a crucial step in the right direction for NYS. We applaud Gov. @kathyhochul.bsky.social, Sen. Kavanagh, AM Rosenthal, Sen. Stewart-Cousins, AM Heastie, & the Legislature for including funding for a pilot in the budget. gothamist.com/news/gov-hoc...

#DYK every $1 in #SNAP benefits generates up to $1.80 in economic impact during downturns. In NY, SNAP brings $650 million into local economies monthly & supports ~37% of households w/ children. Let's #ProtectSNAP: bit.ly/3YnSt28

🚑 #Medicaid & 🥕 #SNAP are critical programs supporting child well-being in NY as 33% of children under 19 rely on Medicaid & 37% of households with children rely on SNAP. 🆕 Use our new tool to find out how federal cuts to both would impact YOUR specific NY district: bit.ly/MSCCC25 #advocacy

✨ Now is a pivotal moment for child & family advocacy! Will you support our work? ✨ Join us for CCC Celebrates on Tuesday, May 20, as we recognize CCC's influential advocacy & enjoy art, while supporting our mission to lead with facts & ensure every NY child is healthy, housed, educated, & safe.

💡 #DidYouKnow CCC produces a biennial statewide index analyzing child well-being? “The Road to Equity: Child & Family Well-being in New York State”, is a comprehensive report examining county-level data on economic security, housing stability, health care, education, youth, & communities.

What if we invested in families earlier – before unnecessary CPS involvement? We are calling on @kathyhochul.bsky.social to include the Child & Family Wellbeing Fund in this year's budget to support families & communities. Learn more from @schuylercenter.bsky.social: scaany.org/what-is-the-...

From ESCCC member Mansie: “I fought three years to get out of that cycle of not having child care and to just think of being back in that place, it’s really, really not a good feeling at all,” she said. #FundChildCareNY www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025...

Today, the NYC Council released its FY26 Preliminary Budget Response. We applaud the NYC Council for including urgently needed investments in its FY26 Preliminary Budget Response that are critical for children & families to thrive. (a 🧵)

NY leaders CAN end child poverty--how? By including proven investments in the state budget that increase food & housing security & improve economic stability & tax credits. Take action with us to urge state leaders & @governor.ny.gov to end child poverty: bit.ly/nyscp25

📣 Rally with us for Child Care! 📣 Without additional state funding, thousands of families are at risk of losing #childcare vouchers. Join an NYC rally calling on state leaders to fund the Child Care Assistance Program. 🗓️ Friday, 3/28 (tomorrow!) 📍 633 3rd Ave 🕚 11AM

#DYK NY is LAST out of all 50 states in timely delivery of critical #EarlyIntervention services for infants & toddlers? Our State leaders must prioritize EI investments in the budget to support critical child development & connect families with timely services! Take action: bit.ly/einys25

Over 90 organizations have signed on to support the Youth Justice Innovation Fund, allowing CBOs to directly access funding to support young people 12-25 across NY State. Take Action here to urge your state reps to include this important investment in the state budget: bit.ly/yjif25 #youthjustice

As final state budget negotiations get underway, tell NYS leaders to stand firm on funding for NYC schools! The Governor's proposed changes to the Foundation Aid formula would result in NYC schools getting $350M less than they otherwise would.

Decisions about youth should not be made without youth at the table. Their voices must be heard in the conversation about NYC’s next mayor. That’s why we’re supporting the virtual Youth in Focus Mayoral Forum on 4/17 from 6-8pm. RSVP now: youthinfocus.eventbrite.com #NYCYouthForum #NYCYouth

Yesterday, the NYS Senate released its One-House Budget Resolution. CCC applauds the NYS Senate for advancing proposals that take important steps towards fighting child poverty, providing the supports families need to thrive, & helping young people reach their potential.

Child poverty is a policy choice, let’s invest in ending it in #NY. Join us in telling our elected leaders to address the challenges of child poverty, housing, and food insecurity with direct investment in the NY State’s Budget: bit.ly/nyscp25 #PovertyReduction

“What was special about Raise the Age was that it didn’t just increase the age of criminal responsibility but also promised investment into youth services. Unfortunately, we haven’t seen that come to fruition.” - CCC's Caitlyn Passaretti @theimprintnews.bsky.social imprintnews.org/top-stories/...

It’s #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek! Kids who eat school breakfast get the fuel they need to learn, focus & grow. We’re celebrating #SchoolBreakfastNY this week because we know that kids do better when they start the day with a healthy meal. Learn more about how school meals help: bit.ly/3DixGpk

"Even before cuts, the current average Snap benefit is only around $6 a day per person, which means that they often fall short of what people actually need. 'When you think about the rising cost of food, that is such a small amount of food,' said [our] Rachel Sabella."

#TBT to our YouthAction Interns at their visit to The Door, one of the most comprehensive & beloved youth-serving organizations in NYC. The Door serves 11,000 youth annually across 4 city locations. Thanks to our wonderful hosts for sharing your time & space with us! #YouthAdvocacy

The @council.nyc.gov hearing on the FY 2026 Preliminary Education Budget will be on Thursday, March 13. Join us at 9am on the steps of City Hall as we rally to save education programs at risk of cuts! Sign up: forms.office.com/r/Hm800LQtL6

Yesterday was Advocacy Day for CCC in Albany! CCC staff, youth interns, board & advocacy council members traveled to the State Capitol to meet with NY legislators to discuss our critical budget priorities around child well-being. (a 🧵) #Advocacy #NY

📣 Today, CCC proudly announced the appointment of Raysa S. Rodriguez as Executive Director, effective on March 24! We welcome Raysa's expertise & deep understanding of the many challenges facing NY’s children, families & communities. 1/

Are you curious about the New York State Budget process? We are currently in the 3rd phase where joint legislative public hearings on the Executive Budget are being held. As these hearings are held, we invite you to read our First Look at the Executive Budget: scaany.org/wp-content/u...

NYC schools to bolster translation services to families with limited English after lawsuit https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025/02/06/nyc-education-department-settles-lawsuit-over-translation-services/

This coming Thurs. 2/6, people across the US are joining forces to speak up for Medicaid & against devastating cuts to federal health care programs. Join in for this important call-in day to save Medicaid funding. Learn more: bit.ly/3WN1r85 #healthcare #advocacy