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 inequities are preventing too many children from getting a fair shot. This...
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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 blame—onto future lawmakers and families across Wisconsin. This bill...
A Step Forward for Opportunity, A Step Back for Safety & Dignity
Wisconsin expands opportunity for DACA recipients with AB 759, while AB 24 threatens to undermine safety, trust, and dignity for immigrant families. For Release: March 17, 2026Contact: Emily Miota, 262-853-6863 The WI State Senate passed Assembly Bill 759, a major step forward that allows DACA recipients to obtain professional licenses,...
Wisconsin Legislators Finally Pass Lifesaving Postpartum Care for New Moms
For Release: Thursday, February 19, 2026 Contact: Emily Miota, 262-853-6863 Today, the Wisconsin state assembly voted to ensure that new moms on Medicaid have health insurance for a year after giving birth, instead of the current 60 days. Wisconsin will soon become the 49th state to extend postpartum coverage for one year. This is...
Local food pantries brace for increased demand as SNAP cuts & federal shutdown take effect
Multicultural Coalition Inc., Partnership Community Health Center, and Kids Forward urge Trump Administration to use billions in SNAP contingency funds to cover FoodShare through next month Menasha, Wis., (October 31, 2025) – Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government...
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