Wisconsin should Work for Everyone, Not Just the Wealthy Few.
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.
Updates & Publications
Legislature Guts Governor’s Budget on Party-Line Vote
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 7, 2021CONTACT: Michele Mackey, CEO/[email protected], 608.284.0580 Download as pdf The following is a statement from Kids Forward CEO Michele Mackey regarding the votes that stripped all items from the proposed budget. Deep and...
Finance Committee Agenda on Wed. Includes W-2 Funding and Student Info System
LFB Paper Confirms Large Gap in Budget for the State's Welfare to Work Program The Joint Finance Committee (JFC) is scheduled to meet this Wednesday, November 6, on a number of budget issues, including a couple that we will be watching. Among those is a proposal from...
Baseline Report – October 2013
Race to Equity’s baseline report on racial disparities in Dane County. Unveiled at the 2013 YWCA Racial Justice Summit. Download the WCCF-R2E-Report to learn more about disparities in Dane County. Featured Article in Wisconsin State Journal Regarding Release of...
Cuts in Food Assistance Will Harm Wisconsin Children
Children in low-income families will bear the brunt of reductions in FoodShare benefits (also known as food stamps) that go into effect on Friday, according to a new Wisconsin Budget Project report. Last year, 1 in 3 Wisconsin children received food assistance through...
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