[email protected] has a great story on the findings from MASSCAP's Diaper Distribution Pilot with a quote from our own Richard Sheward: "When parents aren’t scrambling to buy diapers, they’re able to redirect that money to the essentials ... like rent, or medications or food."

The Massachusetts Association for Community Action (MASSCAP)'s Diaper Distribution Pilot distributed more than 3.5 million diapers in its first two years. In a new report, we examine the health impact of those diapers. Read the report: childrenshealthwatch.org/diaperpilot/

USDA recently announced that it is terminating future data collection on food insecurity. This decision will obscure the state of the nation’s households and the impact of policy decisions in the wake of cuts to SNAP and Medicaid. Read our full statement: childrenshealthwatch.org/statement-on...

Our executive director Stephanie Ettinger de Cuba is quoted in a new article on the health impact of Medicaid and SNAP cuts from @bryantfurlow.bsky.social in @lancetchildadol.bsky.social: "We can’t food bank our way out of this." Read the article: childrenshealthwatch.org/medicaid-foo...

The Administration acknowledged that it will stop the survey that measures food insecurity, just as tariffs push up food prices and the deep cuts to food assistance enacted in July start to take effect. Congress must intervene to save these vital data. www.wsj.com/economy/trum...

Earlier this week, Rep. @delauro.house.gov and Sen. @kirstengillibrand.bsky.social reintroduced the FAMILY Act! Just 27% of the workforce has paid family leave from their jobs. This bill would address America’s paid leave crisis and benefit working people, families, and businesses. #PaidLeaveForAll

More evidence that cash works for young children and their families. “I don’t have to stress about where we are going to get that extra money from anymore. It’s right there.”

Senator @saldidomenico.bsky.social discusses why H.3073/S.1957, co-sponsored by Representatives Marjorie Decker and @repandyvargas.bsky.social, is so important to "our most vulnerable populations."

Hunger and economic pressures go hand in hand. The 2025 #ElevatingVoices report—our most expansive yet—shows neighbors want more pathways to economic opportunity and self-sufficiency. ⭐ FeedingAmerica.org/ElevatingVoices

Dr. Lucy Marcil, Executive Director of StreetCred at BMC and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at @bumedicine.bsky.social on H.3073/S.1957 and S.1975: "Research confirms what we see in practice..."

Rachel Rodri of the Boston Tax Help Coalition on S.1957/H.3073: "If passed, this law will expand tax credit eligibility to thousands of immigrant and mixed-status families just like mine who have historically been excluded from income assistance programs despite being lawful taxpayers."

MIRA Coalition Political Director Maroni Minter testifying in support of S.1957/H.3073: "Right now, Massachusetts excludes families who file with an ITIN from receiving the EITC, even though they pay the same taxes as everyone else."

Director of Policy Charlotte Bruce testifies in support of S.1957/ H.3073: An Act supporting families through enhanced tax credits. "Currently, just 82 percent of eligible workers claim the EITC in Massachusetts, and uptake for the new Child and Family Tax Credit is likely even lower."

Children's HealthWatch and the Healthy Families Tax Credit Coalition are at the Massachusetts State House today, testifying in support of three bills that will strengthen the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child and Family Tax Credit (CFTC).

"We stand proudly together with our partners and neighbors to push back against cruel benefit cuts and attacks on our communities. Together, we will work harder than ever to achieve health equity for all children and families who call this country home." childrenshealthwatch.org/statement-on...

Babies can’t speak up for themselves, but we can. That’s why today, we delivered a #MessageInABabyBottle directly to Congress, calling on them to fully fund the programs babies need, like #EarlyHeadStart #ChildCare #Medicaid #SNAP & #WIC. Add your voice: https://bit.ly/3IaRsWe

WIC works for children and their families. Tell your members of Congress to fully fund the program using @fracposts.bsky.social's Action Network: secure.everyaction.com/52FxE_bL7kuT...

The benefits of school meals reach far beyond the cafeteria. For parents, knowing lunch is covered means less worry and more breathing room in the budget. The resolution is simple: we must support and strengthen school meals programs. Learn more at bit.ly/3JI9u2n

In August, the first advance payments of Minnesota’s new state Child Tax Credit (CTC) hit the bank accounts of families across the North Star state. Learn why this is a win for Minnesota families: childrenshealthwatch.org/advance-chil...

Back to school is set to cost parents 7.3% more this year. That's 3x the inflation rate. Index cards are up 40%. Binders and folders are up 13%. Pencils are up 6%. School lunch items will cost $160 more. They're squeezing money out of you—instead of taxing billionaires.

Over Labor Day weekend, the US government hastily attempted to deport Guatemalan children. This is deeply concerning—evidence shows a harmful link between indiscriminate immigration enforcement and risks to children’s well-being. Read our full statement: childrenshealthwatch.org/statement-on...

The City of Atlanta is opening its first municipal grocery store today. The city is spending $3.5 million in partnership with a neighborhood grocery chain in an effort to eliminate a downtown food desert. www.wsbtv.com/news/local/a...

SNAP works. It reduces hunger, strengthens local economies, & supports public health. The Trump-backed H.R. 1 undermines this proven program—especially in rural communities. Read FRAC’s blog: frac.org/blog/snaps-c...

When families experience homelessness, children face an increased risk of poor health. The recent Executive Order on homelessness, which endorses forced institutionalization and program funding cuts, will hurt—not help. Sign @nationalhomeless.bsky.social's letter demanding a reversal: p2a.co/jGWtYa0

In MA, 37% of households struggled to afford food last year. Now, with expanded work requirements and more red tape, millions risk losing SNAP and Medicaid benefits they qualify for. www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/...

SNAP, Medicaid, and WIC work together to ensure young children have a healthy start. Cuts to SNAP & Medicaid will weaken WIC and push families deeper into crisis. Read FRAC’s latest blog: frac.org/blog/how-cut...

"In this time of cruel cuts to the programs so many across the state rely on, we take these first advance CTC payments as a heartening reminder of what is possible when we invest in policies that put the health of children and their families first."

🌍 Register now for IGS's free #EarthDay365 event, an April 10 conversation with @keithob.bsky.social, acclaimed author of Paradise Falls—a true story of environmental disaster and a community's fight for justice. Books for sale, plus enjoy refreshments & networking: paradisefalls2025.eventbrite.com

Republicans have proposed cutting the EITC. The result could be that a single parent earning $25,000 annually would have $2,000 less in the bank per year. We need Congress to lower costs, rather than giving tax breaks to billionaires at the expense of families. www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-e...