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
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...
How Federal Decisions Impact Immigrant Communities in Wisconsin
“Hasta la Raíz” song by Natalia Lafourcade & Leonel Garcia; check out our full curated playlist here – handpicked jams to keep the joy flowing! Natalia Lafourcade’s “Hasta la Raíz” captures a truth that resonates deeply with immigrant communities: no matter how...
Funding for FoodShare: Good. Policing Food Choices: Bad.
Feds cut healthcare and food assistance to give more tax cuts to wealthiest Americans Last year, Trump & his supporters in Congress made the largest cuts to SNAP/FoodShare in history in order to give tax breaks to the rich. SNAP, aka FoodShare in Wisconsin, is one...
Governor Signs Postpartum Medicaid Extension Bill
Today the Governor signed the postpartum Medicaid extension bill into law. For people that have given birth while on Medicaid/BadgerCare, they will have health insurance for a full year after giving birth, instead of the current 60 days. The bill, now Wisconsin Act...
Stories
“They’re Safe. They Love Going. I don’t worry.”
Melissa Biel, Beaver Dam (WI) When my oldest was born, we didn't even think about childcare because we couldn't afford it. It was me staying home a couple of days a week, and my parents taking care of him when I had to work. After a couple of years, I needed to go...
“An Investment, Not a Burden”
Genevieve Gerou, Kenosha (WI) I live in Kenosha and there's not enough childcare centers for the amount of people in our city. We have a lot of parents who are nurses and emergency workers, such as EMTs and police officers, as well as people who work at factories. I’m...
“Make the Cost Make Sense”
Ashley Wells, Kenosha (WI) I've been working two jobs since my daughter, Kennedi, was born in 2015. Child care has always been a must. I chose an in-home daycare for my daughter. Of course, this meant that I missed some of her important moments. At daycare they saw...
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