04/10/2026
We are ALL IN FOR KIDS 💛
We are incredibly honored to have had our very own co-founder, Sara, speak at Children’s Advocacy Day with at the Minnesota Capitol. Being in community with so many passionate advocates, leaders, and changemakers reminded me just how powerful our collective voice can be, namely in a time when early childhood education NEEDS our support!
Early childhood education is not a luxury—it’s a foundation. And right now, too many of our children, families, and educators are being asked to do more with far less than they deserve.
We must continue to champion:
✨ Access to high-quality early childhood education for EVERY child
✨ Sustainable support and investment in educators
✨ Systems that truly meet families and centers where they are—with dignity and equity
A grand THANK YOU to the Greater Twin Cities United Way team leading the work of advocacy, 80x3 programming and beyond: Leo Howard III, M.ed, Stephannie L. Lewis, MPP, Ivette A I., Jackson Gunvalson, Jamie Bonczyk, Noran Tarek Aly, MDP, Veronica Deenanath, Ph.D., Kristina Salkowski, Melissa Kadlec.
And all of the amazing organizations represented that day, who stand up for Minnesota kids and families every. single. day!: , Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, , .usa , Education Partnerships Coalition of Minnesota, , , Family Wise, , Momentum Advocacy, and the Minnesota Coalition for Family Home Visiting.
When we invest in our youngest community members, we invest in our shared future.
Grateful to stand with so many who are committed to showing up, speaking out, and pushing for the change our kids deserve!
earlychildhoodmatters
