Allies for Children @allies4children
A bold voice for policy changes that improve the lives of children in Allegheny County alliesforchildren.org Pittsburgh, PA Joined May 2013-
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Before the end of April, we want to acknowledge national Child Abuse Prevention Month. Check out this week's Bold Voices Blog to learn about ways that our communities can support families and help prevent child abuse: buff.ly/4ba7XdY
Big things are happening at Allies for Children! We recently hosted the Kick Off for one of our new projects - Ending the Need for Group Placement! Check out our newest blog to read about the event and see what's ahead for us in the child welfare space: buff.ly/4bfoeOV
Good news for WIC participants! Updates to WIC Food Packages have been finalized by the USDA. Read about the new and improved food packages in this week's Bold Voices Blog! buff.ly/3xJBj4g
This week's blog is a Partner Spotlight: @BevBirthdays! We've been partnering with their team on the Formula Bank for a while now. Read about their many projects that make a difference in the lives of some of our regions most vulnerable children: buff.ly/3TF6qFw
4th Annual Legislative Breakfast: Make Black Moms Matter - Addressing Social Determinants of Health. We are excited to host our annual virtual event, ensuring that everyone can participate and contribute to this crucial conversation. 🗓️We invite you to join us virtually on 3/15.
Put families first in PA! #paidfamilyleave allows parents and families to heal from the life-changing experience of giving birth and adjust to life with a new baby. Read the new report from @MCC_Home and @pa_aap here: buff.ly/3wNReOQ
Calling Allegheny County Parents! We want to hear your voice. Let us know the challenges you experience with your child’s school transportation. The survey will only take a few minutes, and may help make positive changes. buff.ly/3uNwp5z
We are honored to share @IvoryKBennett's perspective on her time in the child welfare system and her thoughts on parentification and adultification in our newest guest blog. Read Ivory's powerful piece here: buff.ly/4bXCyMY
AFC's team was delighted to attend PACTA's "Pathways to Career Readiness" Symposium during #CTEMonth and learn about developments in CTE across the state. Read all about it in our newest blog: buff.ly/3UQaNQe
Lots of Love from all of us at AFC! Happy #ValentinesDay !
It's National Jamie Day! Get to know AFC's Executive Director, Jamie Baxter. Jamie joined AFC in 2017 and took over as ED in 2021. Read more about Jamie's history of advocacy in PA and beyond: buff.ly/3UInJrt
Gov. Shapiro released his proposal for the 2024-25 state budget last week - how would the proposed funding impact Pennsylvania's children? Check out our recent blog: buff.ly/49zhfiK
The Affordable Connectivity Program has helped nearly 23 mil. households afford an essential internet connection. Without additional funding, that could come be coming to an end. The ACP Extension Act could allow many families to maintain internet access: buff.ly/48Yotgx
We celebrate all of the Black families, educators, and advocates who speak up and make their voices heard to support the needs of children in Allegheny County, in PA, and across the country. Black voices and perspectives are essential in all of the work we do. #BlackHistoryMonth
Check out AFC's top blog posts of 2023 to get a glimpse at what we've accomplished and what still lies ahead! buff.ly/42h8UOd
Today marks International Day of Education, as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. Learn more at unesco.org/en/days/educat….
Today is #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Research shows that healthy moms are more likely to raise healthy babies. Access to prenatal and postpartum health care is vital to ensuring we are giving our youngest children opportunities to succeed. 🧵 #MaternalHealth
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579 Followers 2K Following Executive Director Community Action Pioneer Valley, Massachusetts, former Mayor of Northampton, MA, early educatorBreakfast is the most important meal of the day, so that must mean #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek is the most important week of the year! Please stick with us this week and learn about school breakfast here in PA and some of our favorite breakfast foods, of course.
It was great to join @GovernorShapiro @DCEDSecretary @WayneDFontana @RepDanMiller and small business owners in Mt. Lebanon today to talk about the importance of investment in our main streets.
Another great morning meeting with small businesses owners in Mt. Lebanon as our Main Street Matters Tour stopped in Allegheny County. Watch as we recap the morning and highlight the investments my budget makes in small businesses across PA: x.com/i/broadcasts/1…
Tell us how you're celebrating this #CTEMonth! Check out our social media kit for graphics and messages to download and share. bit.ly/3w7NG9u
The Innamorato Administration @Innamo is bringing County government directly to you! You have the opportunity to meet directly with County leadership, learn more about how the County works and what services are available to you
February is a time to recognize and celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth. Together, we reflect on the contributions of Black Americans and honor their legacies and achievements. Happy #BlackHistoryMonth!
It's time to raise a toast to WIC's 50th anniversary! To commemorate this milestone, we've curated a one-of-a-kind #WIC Recipe Book packed with 25 recipes featuring your favorite WIC foods. Don't miss out on this special occasion!– order yours today at bit.ly/WICRecipe!
As we observe #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the resilience of individuals whose determination has served as hope for Black women, men, and children through the ages, honoring their legacies, remarkable achievements, and influence. #TamikaMallory
Families across Pennsylvania need just a little more help affording childcare and keeping up with rising costs. That’s why we expanded the Childcare Tax Credit, putting more money in Pennsylvania families’ pockets, like Heidi’s.
🚨 MILLIONS of women & kids will face massive funding cuts to #WIC which provides families w/ critical food & breastfeeding support! 🚨 TAKE ACTION: CALL your Senators to tell them they must fully #fundWIC! actionnetwork.org/call_campaigns…
“Our country has always had a promise when it comes to WIC that it will be there to serve all eligible participants,” Georgia Machell, NWA Interim President & CEO. #WIC requires increased funding for increased caseloads. Read more in @CivilEats: civileats.com/2024/01/24/wic…
Today marks International Day of Education, as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development. Learn more at unesco.org/en/days/educat….
Today is #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Research shows that healthy moms are more likely to raise healthy babies. Access to prenatal and postpartum health care is vital to ensuring we are giving our youngest children opportunities to succeed. 🧵 #MaternalHealth
Important thread from @thrivingpa for #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Today is #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Research shows that healthy moms are more likely to raise healthy babies. Access to prenatal and postpartum health care is vital to ensuring we are giving our youngest children opportunities to succeed. 🧵 #MaternalHealth
County Executive Innamorato announced the County will invest another $500,000 in the Allegheny County Child Care Matters pilot program, which provides subsidized child care to qualified working families. This investment will clear a waitlist of 28 families and open up more spots.
Millions of kids rely on #WIC for access to healthy food. Congress must act now to fully #FundWIC and ensure all families have access to the resources they need to thrive. Take Action: bit.ly/WICStrong
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Unless Congress takes action by January 19th #WIC will face a funding shortfall, leading to waitlists & benefit cuts. CALL your Senator to say "fully #fundWIC & invest in families!" actionnetwork.org/call_campaigns…
“I relied heavily on #WIC to get the nutrition I needed for my daughter... WIC has given me the things she needs to grow up and be healthy.” – Dominique Learn why #WIC matters during the #first1000days ➡️ thousanddays.org/wp-content/upl… Sign-on to #FundWIC action.momsrising.org/sign/ProtectWI…
We must strengthen #WIC to provide vital nutrition support for millions of women and children as it currently faces potential funding cuts. Text FundWIC to 888-418-5699 to tell your Senator to protect & robustly fund WIC! actionnetwork.org/call_campaigns…