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Many communities have programs to help children and families through direct services. To make lasting change, we need to address the root causes of why children and families need services in the first place, and to improve all children’s lives, especially the most vulnerable.

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Every child should have a healthy start in a thriving family and a supportive community. Learn more about us and our results for children and families through the years.

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The Children's Agenda in the News

Families call for change to process for applying for the NYS Child Care Assistance Program
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Families call for change to process for applying for the NYS Child Care Assistance Program
Posted onOctober 14, 2026October 14, 2026
Recent report details Hispanic students having high rate of chronic absenteeism countywide
Education (Pre-K to 12)
Recent report details Hispanic students having high rate of chronic absenteeism countywide
Posted onOctober 14, 2026October 14, 2026
Bill seeks to remove cost barriers for child health care in NYS
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Bill seeks to remove cost barriers for child health care in NYS
Posted onOctober 6, 2026October 6, 2026
Study will examine New York’s struggling early intervention program
Developmental Services
Study will examine New York’s struggling early intervention program
Posted onSeptember 30, 2026September 30, 2026
Local lawmakers announce $250K to improve early intervention access
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Local lawmakers announce $250K to improve early intervention access
Posted onSeptember 30, 2026September 30, 2026
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