Kids Forward
@kidsforward.bsky.social
Kids Forward is a statewide antiracist policy center that inspires action and advocates for children and families of color and those furthest from opportunity in Wisconsin. We envision a Wisconsin where every child thrives.
Menasha, Wis. - Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government shutdown continues, putting critical nutrition assistance at risk for more than 33,000 people in the Fox Valley & 700,000 residents across WI: kidsforward.org/local-food-p...
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Menasha, Wis. - Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government shutdown continues, putting critical nutrition assistance at risk for more than 33,000 people in the Fox Valley & 700,000 residents across WI: kidsforward.org/local-food-p...
There's so much going on with SNAP - it's hard to keep track. As of right now, here's the big picture of what's going on.
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
October 30, 2025 at 7:50 PM
There's so much going on with SNAP - it's hard to keep track. As of right now, here's the big picture of what's going on.
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
🍎🍓🍳Got an idea to help make Wisconsin school meals more local and nourishing?
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
October 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🍎🍓🍳Got an idea to help make Wisconsin school meals more local and nourishing?
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
📢This WEDNESDAY: United for Action
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
📢This WEDNESDAY: United for Action
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
The deeply harmful megabill, passed back in July, takes away groceries from those that need it most.
To meet all the new red tape created by the megabill, state leaders need to get these new requirements up and running ASAP to avoid huge fines or worse: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-ch...
To meet all the new red tape created by the megabill, state leaders need to get these new requirements up and running ASAP to avoid huge fines or worse: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-ch...
Wisconsin Children, Families, & Workers at Risk of Losing Critical Food Support Due to Federal Cuts - Kids Forward
Main Takeaways What’s happening? H.R. 1, also known as the Republican megabill, passed on July 4, 2025, puts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as FoodShare in Wisconsin, at...
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October 15, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The deeply harmful megabill, passed back in July, takes away groceries from those that need it most.
To meet all the new red tape created by the megabill, state leaders need to get these new requirements up and running ASAP to avoid huge fines or worse: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-ch...
To meet all the new red tape created by the megabill, state leaders need to get these new requirements up and running ASAP to avoid huge fines or worse: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-ch...
How much more will YOU pay for health insurance in January?
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
October 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
How much more will YOU pay for health insurance in January?
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
JOIN US! 👉🏼
United for Action: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy in Wisconsin
Wed, 10/22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
We've embarked on a journey towards a more developmentally appropriate youth justice system in Wisconsin. Our journey is far from over!
United for Action: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy in Wisconsin
Wed, 10/22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
We've embarked on a journey towards a more developmentally appropriate youth justice system in Wisconsin. Our journey is far from over!
Webinar: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy In Wisconsin - Kids Forward
We all grow and change over time and deserve a chance to redeem ourselves when things go wrong. In order to ensure our children reach their full potential, we must provide youth opportunities to rebui...
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October 9, 2025 at 3:56 PM
JOIN US! 👉🏼
United for Action: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy in Wisconsin
Wed, 10/22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
We've embarked on a journey towards a more developmentally appropriate youth justice system in Wisconsin. Our journey is far from over!
United for Action: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy in Wisconsin
Wed, 10/22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
We've embarked on a journey towards a more developmentally appropriate youth justice system in Wisconsin. Our journey is far from over!
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-...
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-...
October 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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-...
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-...
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-...
October 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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-...
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-...
What questions do you have about the shutdown? Let us know below. 👇🏾 kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
The Federal Government Has Shut Down. Now What?!? - Kids Forward
Each year, Congress is in charge of creating a financial plan, or a budget, that lays out the funding for many government agencies and programs. This budget is approved by both arms of Congress, then ...
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October 1, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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-...
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...
2025-2027 State Budget: Our Final Take - Kids Forward
On July 3, 2025, Governor Evers signed the 2025-2027 State Budget. Ultimately this budget doesn’t go nearly far enough to address the everyday struggles of Wisconsin families, especially families of c...
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September 17, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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...
August 29, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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...
State lawmakers voice support to change how 17-year-olds are charged in court system
www.news8000.com
August 28, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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
"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
Wisconsin Must Act Now to End the Prison Crisis
Wisconsin Must Act Now to End the Prison Crisis — Not Delay with More Studies and Excuses
wisdomwisconsin.org
July 30, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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
"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.
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.
July 24, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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.
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...
Read more and learn what you can do at link in bio or here: kidsforward.org/a-proud-daug...
A Proud Daughter of Immigrant Parents - Kids Forward
Kids Forward stands with immigrant communities. As an antiracist organization, we remain committed to our mission to advocate for every child and family. We condemn all forms of violence against child...
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July 11, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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...
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.
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.
July 7, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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.
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...
U.S. Senate Republicans Vote to Cut Health Care & Food Assistance for Wisconsin Families - Kids Forward
For Release: July 1, 2025 Contact: Emily Miota, 262-853-6863, [email protected] This morning the U.S. Senate passed a reckless budget bill that would make the deepest cuts in history to people’s ...
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July 1, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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
kidsforward.org/united-for-w...
#wagetheft #livingwage #localcontrol #powertothepeople
United for Worker Power in Wisconsin - Kids Forward
Workers Fight for Fairness in the Capitol Yesterday, more than 20 Wisconsin workers led a new movement into the state capitol, demanding legislators prioritize all families and working people across t...
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June 13, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We've been at the capitol a lot lately! Right where the people belong.... 🙌
kidsforward.org/united-for-w...
#wagetheft #livingwage #localcontrol #powertothepeople
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...
Doing the Right Thing, Punished Anyway: The IRS Puts Immigrants at Risk - Kids Forward
A Guest Post by Lark Pinney Everyone in Wisconsin, regardless of where they were born, deserves to be able to work and pay taxes without fear of repercussions. Yet in April, the Internal Revenue Servi...
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June 12, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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!
Dads across Wisconsin agree—child care shouldn’t cost more than college. Join @kidsforward.bsky.social Wednesday, June 11 at noon at the Capitol to show leaders that care is a dad’s issue, too. Free, family-friendly, and open to all. Learn more & register here: kidsforward.org/event-dads-c...
Event: Dads Care for Child Care - Kids Forward
Dads Care for Child Care Wednesday, June 11, 12 – 1pmWisconsin State Capitol Location: Assembly Parlor When expecting to become a parent, you heard about the sleepless nights and diaper changes. One t...
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June 10, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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're honored to have a few legislators, business owners, and community leaders joining us for an interactive 'town hall' style panel w/QA & more.
June 10, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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'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:
What the Budget Means for Us: A Student’s POV - Kids Forward
By: Eliza Hake and Julia Danes This past semester we had the opportunity to work with Kids Forward, and after these past few months we gained a new perspective on pressing issues globally and in the state of Wisconsin. (Note: statements in this blog may be subject to change as a result of rapid policy changes.) […]
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June 6, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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.
Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.
May 23, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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.
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...
May 22, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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...