Reimagining an Economy that Works for Everyone
Every family deserves a fair shot, no matter their race, background, or zip code. But, too many of us struggle to afford the basics.
This affordability crisis didn’t happen by accident.
It is the result of policy choices that have concentrated power in the hands of the wealthy few, while underinvesting in the things our families need to thrive. Join us to reimagine an economy that works for all of us.
Updates & Publications
WEBINAR: Reimagining an Affordable Wisconsin
Learn how we can stop wealth from flowing to the top and invest in what families need. Tuesday, June 301–2 pm CT Register Here Every family deserves a fair shot, no matter their race, background, or zip code. But, too many of us struggle to afford the basic...
Wisconsin’s Affordability Crisis & Racial Inequities Hurt Kids & Families
June 8, 2026 Contact: Emily Miota, 262-853-6863, [email protected] New Rankings and Data Tell the Story of Which Wisconsin Kids are Too Far from Opportunity Madison, WI — The affordability crisis isn’t the only thing holding Wisconsin families back; racial...
Calling all Artists: Reimagining Wisconsin Through Art
For more than 140 years, Kids Forward has been fighting for a Wisconsin where every child and family has an opportunity to thrive, especially children and families of color. We believe building a better future takes more than policy. Through Reimagine Wisconsin—our...
Wisconsin’s Surplus Deal Didn’t Pass the Test
We applaud the legislators who put Wisconsin families over politics Last week the Governor’s problematic surplus deal was blocked in the Senate. This deal represents more than just a partisan disagreement about schools and taxes. At its core, this disagreement demands...
From La Crosse to Langlade, Families Need Lasting Affordability–Not Gimmicks
Kids Forward strongly opposes the spending package proposed by Governor Evers and Republican legislative leadership. It relies on one-time money to paper over long-term challenges, all while legislators preparing to leave office pass the responsibility—and the...
This May Day, Kids Forward Stands in Solidarity with Immigrants
May Day reminds us that change has always come from collective action. Immigrants strengthen Wisconsin through their leadership, resilience, and commitment to building a future for the next generation. Kids Forward stands in solidarity with immigrant workers and...
Stories
Engaging Parents & Caregivers in Policy Making
A lack of affordable childcare is keeping many parents at home to care for their children, contributing to a worker shortage in our state. It’s also holding women back professionally–especially women of color. And, the number of family childcare centers has decreased...
“They Call Me Nana”
Ruby Grisby, Milwaukee (WI) My name is Ruby Grisby. I started out as a daycare worker and have now been an owner for 47 years. My husband and I opened our first daycare center in 1993. Most of the children we care for at Grisby’s Child Development Center live within...
“Child Care Makes Our Communities Stronger”
Elizabeth Tomev, Wisconsin Before I had children, the importance of daycare didn’t weigh heavily on my mind. I didn’t realize how stressful it would be to try to find the right child care. I never knew how costly it would be. My children are eight and five. Child care...
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