Think the cost of health care is already too high 💸? Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage. Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...

The enhanced premium tax credit has helped more than 24 million people get more affordable health coverage through healthcare.gov marketplace. But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...

The federal Government has shut down. Now what? Our own Faith Roska helps break down for everyone - that's you! - what's going on and why. What questions do you have about the shutdown? Let us know below. 👇🏾 kidsforward.org/the-federal-...

No matter where we live or what we look like, we all deserve to live safe and healthy lives. While the approved budget crucially fully funds Medicaid’s cost-to-continue for business as usual, it leaves out several important health care initiatives: kidsforward.org/2025-2027-st...

The State of Working WI 2025 affirms what workers across WI have been saying for years. Families are deeply struggling to make ends meet. Meanwhile wealthy corporations are boasting record profits. This Labor Day, we’re calling on decision makers to take bold action: kidsforward.org/a-call-to-ac...

Every child deserves age-appropriate opportunities and supports so they can realize their full potential. But, in Wisconsin, 17-year-old children are charged as adults in our justice system, no matter what. It's time to raise the age to 18: www.news8000.com/news/state-l...

WISDOM's take on the state budget that passed earlier this month: "The path forward is clear: care, not cages. Communities, not prisons." (we'll be sharing our full take next week) wisdomwisconsin.org/blog/f/wisco... #incarceration #incarcerationreform #carenotcages

Earlier this month, the President signed the Megabill aka the Big Ugly Bill. The latest data is out - deep tax cuts for the richest Wisconsinites & crumbs for the rest of us. Meanwhile, low-income Wisconsinites will bear the brunt of the bill's massive cuts in health care & food assistance.

Like many of you, the fight for a reimagined Wisconsin is deeply personal. Our own Amanda Martinez shared her thoughts as a proud daughter of immigrant parents: Read more and learn what you can do at link in bio or here: kidsforward.org/a-proud-daug...

Last week, the state budget was signed by Governor Evers. A few thoughts: kidsforward.org/state-budget... Hours later the Big Ugly Bill passed. It's going to strip millions of their health insurance & food assistance. More to come, but for now, we rest. Hope you had a good 4th of July.

The deepest cuts in history to people’s food assistance and health care, which includes BadgerCare. Our statement: kidsforward.org/u-s-senate-r...

We've been at the capitol a lot lately! Right where the people belong.... 🙌 kidsforward.org/united-for-w... #wagetheft #livingwage #localcontrol #powertothepeople

In April, the IRS announced it will share migrants’ data w/ICE. Immigrant families should not be punished for fulfilling their civic duty of paying taxes. A guest post from Lark Pinney, our social work intern over the past year, shares more: kidsforward.org/doing-the-ri...

See you there!

Tomorrow's the day! Join us to stand up for child care in the capitol over your lunch break 👉🏾https://kidsforward.org/event-dads-care-for-child-care/ 📢 We're honored to have a few legislators, business owners, and community leaders joining us for an interactive 'town hall' style panel w/QA & more.

We've had the pleasure of working with a few students this past semester at UW-Madison. They shared what they learned and how some of the real world impacts are playing out on campus:

Happy Memorial Day to all of our veterans and their families! Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.

They’re not even trying to pretend they care about everyday ppl. This will decimate the rural health systems that are already hanging on by a thread. This will hurt everyone, not just those on Medicaid, all in the name of more tax cuts for the wealthiest 1%: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-re...

There's no way to slice it - cuts this large will deeply hurt Wisconsin children, low-income adults, people with disabilities, and seniors. Read our full statement here: kidsforward.org/700b-medicai...

We know that dads across Wisconsin care just as much for their little ones. W/the @mainstreetalliance.bsky.social, we invite fathers, grandfathers, parents, & child care providers to join us in demanding better of our decision makers around the child care crisis: kidsforward.org/event-dads-c....

From Boscobel to Burlington, Wisconsin families deserve a foundation that includes enough food to eat and health care. But Congressional Rs & the Trump Administration are trying to take away vital public services to pay for more tax giveaways to the wealthiest 1%: kidsforward.org/how-would-fe...

Learning your child is in trouble w/the law is one of the most stressful times. But in Wisconsin, courts make matters worse by charging families thousands.  Why is debt free justice important & how does WI's new guidance help? https://f.mtr.cool/fnligqirda

A beautiful tribute ❤️. Lucia was a dedicated, passionate member of the Kids Forward Board:

This #MayDay, we unapologetically stand w/immigrants & workers. Tomorrow, Kids Forward offices will be closed in solidarity w/Voces, Immigrant Workers & May Day remembrance of what workers have sacrificed. Milwaukee rally today (rain or shine!) & Madison tomorrow: vdlf.org/may-day-2025/

11 million people. Your neighbors. Our neighbors. 4 million kids.

Congress cannot cut Medicaid w/o hurting a lot of ppl who really need it in Wisconsin, like: 👶👶2 in 5 births, & 👵👴🧓3 in 5 ppl in a nursing home. And ICYMI, Congress is considering doing this to fund tax cuts for billionaires. 😶 Read more:

Behind every workforce are individuals and caregivers working all hours to build thriving families, communities and businesses. Read all about how the state budget can help-or hurt-working families in Wisconsin: kidsforward.org/2025-27-stat...

Happy Tax Day, Wisconsin! While billionaires dodge taxes, working families pick up the tab. We're asking @bryansteil.bsky.social & Rep. Van Orden to fund care, not corporate giveaways. Learn more & send them a msg: kidsforward.org/tell-congres... #TaxDay #FairTaxes #WIForward

Child care is unaffordable and unavailable for too many working families, and the industry is on the verge of collapse. Where do we start to fix this? 👉🏾 Read more: kidsforward.org/2025-27-stat...

Wisconsin's 300,000 immigrants are vital contributors to the economic & social fabric of our communities.  The Governor’s 2025-27 state budget would make it easier for immigrant families & children to thrive in Wisconsin:  https://f.mtr.cool/vnglprywxa

🙏TY to everyone that joined us yesterday to talk Wisconsin state budget! ICYMI, watch it here: youtu.be/d-cBxJZGNBg. How can you take action? 🫵

📢Join us WEDNESDAY📢 A State Budget that Works for Every Kid Wed, April 2, 12pm Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi.... We're honored to have a few partners join us: Amanda Merkwae w/ @aclu.org of WI; Michelle Ramirez-White w/ @WI Farmers Union & Teacher/Community Advocate/Parent - Nailah Adama.

Across the state, people like you are joining together as voters to create the Wisconsin we want to see—a place where every family can live safe, healthy, stable lives, not just the wealthy few. 💪BE A VOTER. Polls will be open fr 7am - 8pm. Find your poll location - myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-M....

What are the Joint Finance Cme Hearings & why should you go? Everyone has a voice - you don't need any fancy license, job title, or technical expertise to attend and speak. Your lived experience is all you need. More details here: kidsforward.org/the-room-whe...

Wisconsin relies far too much on incarceration and blames children for system-wide disinvestment in basic needs. Our latest budget analysis breaks down how @govevers.wisconsin.gov budget proposal would ensure that our kids are treated like kids: kidsforward.org/2025-27-stat...

Building on the solid foundation federal Medicaid dollars provide our state, the Governor’s proposed budget invests in Wisconsinites’ health and takes important first steps to address racial, economic, and health disparities: kidsforward.org/2025-27-stat...

In February, Governor Evers named 2025 the “Year of the Kid."   We’re thrilled to hear it!   We look forward to working with both sides of the aisle to ensure that the state budget includes every kid in Wisconsin.   Join us to hear our take: https://f.mtr.cool/dhdkxpzvmd

As you have probably heard, the US House passed its budget resolution, which commits the House to $2 trillion in total cuts & a min of $880 billion cuts assigned to the committee that oversees Medicaid. Now, committees start deciding what cuts to make & writing the details into legislation.

TOMORROW (Tue, 3/4) is the #CSWBigShare, & there's never been a more critical time to stand up for & donate to BIPOC-led and racial justice-focused organizations here: ow.ly/LxOL50V9z4E. If you have the means, we’re asking our supporters to dig deep this year.

While the wealthy few rig the system to benefit them, Wisconsinites are left looking for someone to falsely blame for their economic struggles - most often it's immigrants: aclu-wi.org/en/legislati.... Can you take 5 min to send a msg to your legislator?

Last night, Governor Evers' shared his proposed 2025-27 budget. Read our full reaction here: kidsforward.org/our-response...

Black history isn’t just Black history—it’s American history. Their legacies remind us that justice isn’t given—it’s fought for. While some may try to erase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the history that comes with it, we must continue to honor and share these stories.

Happening NOW: The WI State Senate is hearing testimony on SB 23, which would extend postpartum coverage through BadgerCare for up to 1 year after pregnancy.

Please welcome Nate & Faith to the team! Both worked at KF part-time last year, so we were elated to have them join us full time at the start of 2025. Please welcome them by saying 'hey' 👋🏽 in the chat.

Our hearts are w/everyone impacted by yesterday's shooting. Every young person deserves the freedom to learn & be safe in school. There are actions our decisionmakers can take to address the mental health crisis, gun violence in all its forms, & the many root causes of violence in schools.