My New Red Shoes

04/15/2025

Working people pay more in taxes—proportionally—than the richest Americans, who grow their wealth through passive income like capital gains.

And major corporations? Many exploit loopholes and pay next to nothing.

This isn’t a bug in the system—it’s a feature. A policy choice designed to protect privilege and preserve inequality.

It’s time for a tax code that values fairness—not special treatment for corporations and the ultra-wealthy.

04/07/2025

Inflation and tariffs don’t affect everyone equally.

When costs rise, low-income families suffer most. Price hikes aren’t just inconvenient—they’re back-breaking.

At MNRS, we believe direct cash assistance provides families with the dignity, trust, and flexibility they urgently need.

Because economic justice begins with dignity.

02/05/2025

🌟 Calling all young changemakers! 🌟

MNRS is looking for high school students passionate about making a difference! Our summer internship program is an opportunity to dive into research, community engagement, and advocacy to drive real impact.

📢 What you’ll do:

✅ Choose a social impact topic—environmental justice, sustainability, social justice, or equity in health & education.

✅ Conduct research & develop a resource, event, or campaign to engage the community.

✅ Gain hands-on experience in advocacy & awareness-building.

📅 Apply by: February 21st at 5 PM

📣 Selections announced: March 1st

🔗 Learn more & apply now! Link in bio.

01/23/2025

📣 Standing Firm for Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just ideals—they are the foundation of strong, thriving, and just communities. These principles are core to our values, intrinsic to our mission, and central to who we are.

💪 In the face of unprecedented challenges to equity, we remain unwavering in our commitment to:
✔️ Creating opportunities for all
✔️ Amplifying marginalized voices
✔️ Cultivating belonging
✔️ Embracing diverse perspectives

Through economic support, capacity-sharing, and advocacy, we are working to build a world where everyone feels valued, empowered, and included—especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

🤝 The journey toward equity isn’t easy, but it’s essential. Together, we can continue advancing the values that unite us, ensuring fairness and opportunity for future generations.

✨ Thank you for standing with us. Let’s move forward, together.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! In 2025, MNRS is stepping forward with hope, determination, and a renewed commitment to building a stronger, more connected community that uplifts us all—especially those who need it most.

Thank you to the families we serve, our dedicated community partners and our generous donors for being a part of our journey. 💛

Here’s to a year of new milestones and meaningful progress! 🎉

12/23/2024

We’re so honored to have partnered with the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center NICU to make a special impact for hundreds of families.

Together, we enabled NICU families—current and graduates—to create and enjoy a day of cherished memories at Gilroy Gardens with their loved ones. 🌟

Our heartfelt appreciation to the incredible NICU team for allowing us to be part of their families’ journey and a special thank you to Gardens for making the day possible.

Here’s to bringing joy and supporting families in our community! 💌

To learn more or support or work, please visit: www.mynewredshoes.org.

12/09/2024

12/03/2024

This , My New Red Shoes is proud to add our voice to a vital call for Congress to permanently restore the charitable deduction for non-itemizers, making it easier for all Americans to support causes they care about.

Nonprofits are the backbone of our communities, providing essential services and opportunities for millions of people. However, since the non-itemizer deduction expired in 2021, fewer households are donating and charitable giving has declined significantly.

Restoring the charitable deduction for non-itemizers isn’t just good tax policy—it’s a proven way to incentivize generosity, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to causes that matter and strengthening nonprofits’ ability to deliver vital services.

Together, we can work to build a stronger, healthier, and more equitable society for all. 💙

To donate or learn more about our work, please visit our website. Link in bio.

11/08/2024

At My New Red Shoes, we believe in a fair shot for every child and a foundation of respect for every community. In an uncertain political landscape, we’re standing strong, advocating for stability, dignity, and opportunity for all.

Together, we’re building bridges, fostering dignity, and creating spaces of belonging. Join us as we keep fighting for a just, supportive future for every child and every family.

09/09/2024

✨ Ready to elevate your style with ethical and sustainable choices? Join us at Thread the Change, My New Red Shoes’ fashion show fundraiser!🌿👗

🎤 Keynote Speaker: Neha Sandaria, founder of , will share her powerful journey building a transparent and fair supply chain in India—especially during the height of the pandemic. Her insights on ethical fashion and labor practices will inspire your own choices!

🌍 Support a great cause and learn how My New Red Shoes is advocating for sustainable opportunities that uphold the rights, dignity and choices of every family.

📅 Sunday, October 6, 2024, 3pm to 5 pm in San Mateo, CA. Get your tickets now and help us empower more children and families in the SF Bay Area! ThreadtheChange.org. Link in bio. 🎟️💫

04/17/2024

Research demonstrates that cash assistance is the most effective way to support low-income families' most immediate needs. We are highlighting Guaranteed Income Pilot Programs from around the country, as compiled by a partnership between the Center for Guaranteed Income Research, Stanford Basic Income Lab, and Mayors for a Guaranteed Income.

This highlight focuses on the Income Mobility Program for Atlanta Community Transformation (I.M.P.A.C.T), a pilot program that ran from January 2022 to May 2023, administered by the Urban League of Greater Atlanta. The program was implemented to help communities achieve economic stability. It served 300 residents of the City of Atlanta, providing them with $500/month of unrestricted cash payments for one year. Median annual household income for program participants was $12,000, compared to $85,251 average for area residents.

A spending breakdown and more impact stories are available on the Guaranteed Income Pilots Dashboard (link in bio).

📷 IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A program participant highlight, with text at the top reading, "Guaranteed Income Pilot Highlight: Income Mobility Program for Atlanta Community Transformation (IMPACT). Latrice, IMPACT Program Participant." On the right is a photograph of a smiling dark-skinned woman standing outdoors in a brightly colored outfit. On the left is the following text, "Latrice is a single mother of three daughters. She applied for the I.M.P.A.C.T. program as her job was shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The guaranteed income helped put food on the table and pay utility bills during this time. 'I was taking care of my mother during this time, and she passed away. Because of these payments, I was able to take care of her expenses. I have done everything I needed to do with these payments to keep my family up and running.'"

04/11/2024

In honor of Black Maternal Health Week, we are elevating the voices of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc (BMMA). is a national network of Black women-led organizations and multi-disciplinary professionals who work to ensure that all Black Mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.

According to the CDC, Black birthing people are 3x more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than White birthing people in the US. The CDC notes that more than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable.

NOW is the time to demand comprehensive public and private insurance coverage for reproductive health care, as well as improved access to patient-centered, culturally competent care for all birthing people.

📷 IMAGE DESCRIPTION: A sign for 2024 Black Maternal Health Week, with a dark skinned woman pictured on the left, and plants surrounding a highlighted quote on the right. The quote reads, "Our bodies still belong to us: Reproductive justice NOW! " At the bottom, a URL to learn more directs readers to blackmamasmatter.org/BMHW