Children First

06/02/2026

Hundreds of people rallied today to stop education cuts that will hurt Philly students. If you agree that all children deserve access to high-quality education, tell City Council to pass the rideshare fee and save 340 valuable school-based positions. https://secure.everyaction.com/jgzg3yOD-02_PHGFZ-70RA2

06/02/2026

05/29/2026

Zaina and Kevin were in Washington, D.C. this week for the First Five Federal-State Summit and Hill Day, joining advocates from 15 states to strengthen advocacy efforts for children and families nationwide!

They also attended the Child Care Makes it Work reception, where they heard about bipartisan efforts to advance the Child Care Modernization Act. During the trip, they met with 13 legislative offices to advocate for policies that support affordable child care and early learning opportunities for families.

First Five Years Fund
Deb Fischer
Susan Collins

05/28/2026

Schools across Philadelphia could lose critical teachers, support staff, counselors, and other essential positions if City Council fails to pass the rideshare tax.
Swipe to see how classrooms in your neighborhood could be impacted. Students cannot afford these cuts.

Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson
Councilmember Isaiah Thomas
Nina Ahmad
Councilmember Rue Landau
Councilmember Kendra Brooks
Councilmember Nicolas O'Rourke

05/27/2026

Advocacy Academy is in session and our first chapter is for our “active” listeners. Take a break from sitting at your desk and take your first step in becoming a true advocate. This week’s upper body burnout is to call your state reps. If you need inspiration for what issues to call on, keep reading ⬇️

Issue 1: Urge your state senator to support the Family Care Act
Issue 2: Contact your state senator and urge them to support the child care workforce investment

to learn more, go here! https://childrenfirstpa.org/engagement/take-action/

05/26/2026

Children First brought students from the Chester Upland School District to speak out about the importance of adequately funding Pennsylvania’s public schools. Every student deserves access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to succeed. PA Schools Work

05/22/2026

Some special moments captured from a very special night ✨
We’re still feeling grateful for everyone who joined us at Champion for Children to celebrate, connect, and support kids and families across Pennsylvania.

05/20/2026

Philly voters came out strong in support of kids yesterday! Nearly 90% of voters said “yes” to making the Office of the Youth Ombudsperson a permanent city office laser-focused on keeping kids in institutions safe.

05/19/2026

Today’s the day! A YES vote makes the the Office of Youth Ombudsperson a permanent part of Philadelphia City government, ensuring independent oversight and advocacy for youth in group homes, behavioral health and juvenile justice facilities.

05/19/2026

Today’s the day! A YES vote makes the the Office of Youth Onbudsperson a permanent part of Philadelphia City government, ensuring independent oversight and advocacy for youth in group homes, behavioral health and juvenile justice facilities.