Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 29/09/2026What does the recent Meta settlement mean for WA? Check out our latest blog post to find out! www.childrensalliance.org/blog/meta-se... 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 05/05/2026Today is #GiveBIG, Washington's biggest day of community giving! Will you help power our movement for kids? Make a gift now: www.wagives.org/donate/child... 001
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 23/04/2026Registration is now open for Voices for Children! www.childrensalliance.org/.../voices-f.... Voices for Children raises vital support for antiracist policy solutions that build a brighter, more equitable future for every child in Washington, and we'd love for you to be part of it! 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 02/04/2026We're seeking an Early Learning Policy Director to join our team! Learn more and apply here: childrensalliance.bamboohr.com/careers/23 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 13/03/2026Legislative Session has officially come to a close! This was certainly a challenging year, but together we made some real progress for WA kids and families, like passage of the Millionaires Tax and the WA Thriving Strategic Plan. Thank you to everyone who advocated with us this year! 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 11/03/2026Thank you to all the lawmakers who worked through 25 hours of floor debate to pass the #MillionairesTax! Revenue from this bill will help fund early learning, expand the Working Families Tax Credit, and provide sales tax exemptions for essential items for kids and families. Next, on to the Senate! 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 02/03/2026Early learning is facing significant cuts in the state budget - that's not good for kids & families. Dr. Soleil Boyd, Rian Watt, & Sandra Diaz ask lawmakers to "Protect WCCC, stop cutting early learning programs and pass the “millionaires tax.” in their op-ed: www.seattletimes.com/opinion/dont...seattletimes.comDon't balance WA budget at child care providers' expense | Op-EdChild care is economic infrastructure. Protecting Working Connections Child Care reinforces a foundation that supports our economy. 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 13/02/2026"We all have a stake in the future of our state, and it’s time for the wealthiest among us to contribute equitably toward that. Let’s pass the Millionaires Tax." Check out Dr. Soleil Boyd's op-ed in @seattleschild #waleg #balanceourtaxcode #millionairestax 041
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 13/02/2026We've got the #childcare receipts! And we're sending them to lawmakers. Enter your monthly child care costs here so we can show #WAleg lawmakers that families want affordable care, NOT CUTS: action.momsrising.org/survey/WA_ch...action.momsrising.orgWe've got the child care receipts! 💔💸 And we're sending them to lawmakers.How much do you pay each month for child care? Enter the amount on this page and we'll add it to the child care costs of other families across WA, making one giant receipt that we're bringing to lawma... 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 26/01/2026Sign in PRO by 3pm today (1/26)! app.leg.wa.gov/csi/Testifie... HB 1834 — which will ensure companies operating online platforms, like social media, stop targeting kids with addictive feeds and invasive push notifications — has its first hearing TODAY. Sign in PRO to show your support! #waleg 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 05/12/2025The 2026 legislative session is fast approaching! Join us to make your voice heard in Olympia at Have a Heart for Kids Day on January 20 - register now! www.childrensalliance.org/events/have-... #waleg 122
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 02/12/2025Today is Giving Tuesday – an opportunity to harness your power and invest in the causes you care about. Will you make a gift and help fuel our advocacy in the upcoming legislative session? www.childrensalliance.org/donate 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 25/11/2025The 2026 legislative session begins on Jan 12 and we’ll have just 60 days to advance racially equitable policies and protect critical investments that improve the lives of our state’s kids and families. Check out our top priorities for 2026! www.childrensalliance.org/blog/our-202...childrensalliance.orgOUR 2026 LEGISLATIVE AGENDA — Children's AllianceChildren's Alliance is committed to protecting key programs, advocating for progressive revenue solutions that compel corporations and the ultra-wealthy to pay their fair share, and fighting against e... 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 13/11/2025Addictive online platforms use intentional design strategies to maximize engagement, prioritizing their profits over our children’s behavioral health. We're working on a bill to help change that. Learn more and get involved: bit.ly/5708-for-2026 #protectWAkidsonlinebit.lyEXCESSIVE ENGAGEMENT WITH ADDICTIVE ONLINE PLATFORMS CAN BE HARMFUL FOR KIDS. WE’RE WORKING ON A BILL TO CHANGE THAT. — Children's AllianceWe’re excited to reintroduce legislation that will ensure addictive online platforms make changes to their design and data gathering practices to enable young users to develop a healthy relationship w... 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 07/11/2025Registration is now open for Have a Heart for Kids Day on January 20, 2026! www.childrensalliance.org/events/have-... Join us in Olympia to learn about the political process, speak directly with your elected representatives, and raise your voice at a powerful rally on the Capitol steps.childrensalliance.orgHave a Heart for Kids Day — Children's AllianceActivate your political power! Join us at Have a Heart for Kids Day in Olympia to advance early learning, health equity, and economic justice for children and families in Washington. 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 30/09/2025Join our team! We're seeking a Development Director to oversee our fundraising portfolio and supporter engagement, and help drive meaningful change through resource development and relationship-building. Check out the full job description and apply here: www.childrensalliance.org/careerschildrensalliance.orgCareers — Children's Alliance 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 17/09/2025Thanks for having us, Spokane! Our policy team took a trip to meet with lawmakers, visit partners, and hold our first Advocacy Camp in eastern Washington. Read more on our blog! www.childrensalliance.org/blog/childre...childrensalliance.orgCHILDREN’S ALLIANCE ON THE ROAD: CONNECTING WITH COMMUNITY IN SPOKANE — Children's AllianceAs a statewide organization, it is crucial that Children’s Alliance regularly connects with communities across Washington. In August, members of our policy team visited Spokane to meet with lawmakers,... 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 21/08/2025The Nancy Amidei Advocacy Camp in Spokane was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who traveled this weekend to join us for a full day of learning! Special thanks to our co-facilitator WAEYC and Rep. Natasha Hill for contributing to our mission of empowering communities across the state. 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 18/08/2025You have until September 1st to share your thoughts with us! Take our survey ---> bit.ly/ca-survey-2025 Your feedback will be considered as we plan events and take new policy directions, helping us to advocate with, not for, the communities we serve. 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 15/08/2025Solidarity is the name of the game when it comes to coalitions. Thanks to everyone who joined us in Seattle earlier this week for our Early Learning Action Alliance summer retreat. Special thanks to our amazing local and national coalition members who helped present and facilitate during the event! 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 04/08/2025Your voice can help guide the direction of our future work! Take our quick online survey: bit.ly/ca-survey-2025 and help us understand what issues are most important to you and the children in your life. 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 30/07/2025Congratulations to @monicastonier.bsky.social on being named a 2025 Champion for Children! She’s the first legislator to receive the award in person this year, presented by our Senior Policy Director, Anni Jean-Pierre, during a recent visit to Olympia. 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 15/04/2025 CALL YOUR REPS! Your legislators and the Governor need to hear from you. Can we count on you to follow the steps in the graphic and tell them that it’s time for the wealthy to pay what they owe? You can also take action at this link: www.investwanow.org/.../urgent-l... 020
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 09/04/2025Registration is now open for Voices for Children! www.childrensalliance.org/events/voice... This event raises support for antiracist policy solutions that create a better future for every child in WA. This year we are excited to welcome WA State Attorney General Nick Brown as our featured speaker!childrensalliance.orgVoices for Children 2025 — Children's AllianceJoin us for our biggest community celebration of the year! This special event raises vital support for antiracist policy solutions that create a better future for every child in Washington. This year,... 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 04/04/2025Sign in PRO for HB 2038 by 9am on April 7 --> app.leg.wa.gov/csi/Testifie.... WA is facing a youth behavioral health crisis. This bill would create an account, funded by a modest tax on social media corporations, to make investments in youth behavioral health care and coordination #waleg 020
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 03/04/2025Our bill to protect WA kids online has stalled in the House. But our work is not over! Dr. Stephan Blanford and our legislative partners spoke to the Washington State Standard about this news: washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/04/02/p... #walegwashingtonstatestandard.comPush for social media safeguards to protect children derails in Washington House • Washington State StandardA bill that gained bipartisan support in the state Senate to strengthen online safety for children has failed to move forward in the House. 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 28/03/2025🚨 ACTION NEEDED! The WA Senate is considering #ProgressiveRevenue bills that will make our tax code more equitable and provide funding for services kids and families rely on. Sign in PRO now: www.childrensalliance.org/sign-in-pro-... 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 26/03/2025We're hiring! www.childrensalliance.org/careers In January, we announced Dr. Stephan Blanford’s intention to leave his role in the summer of 2025. We have now launched the search for the next leader of Children's Alliance! Full application details can be found on our website.childrensalliance.orgCareers — Children's Alliance 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 25/03/2025To help support our work on legislation to mitigate the harms of social media use on youth mental health, we are looking to learn more about how this issue has affected families across WA. Will you take our quick survey to share your experience? bit.ly/ca-social-me... 000
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 24/03/2025"The experience of depression and anxiety in young people can result in health issues, lower grades, and a lifetime of unmet potential. Now is the time to tackle this crisis." - Dr. Stephan Blanford www.seattleschild.com/support-solu... #walegseattleschild.comSupport solutions for the youth mental health crisis | Op EdPlatforms must mitigate harm caused by social media to children. Dr. Stephen Blanford explains why Children's Alliance supports SB 5708 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 14/02/2025Sign in PRO to support HB 1834 and keep WA kids safe online! www.childrensalliance.org/hb-1834-sign... HB 1834 would work to mitigate some of the harmful effects that social media and digital engagement can have on our kids' behavioral health by holding digital media companies accountable #waleg 011
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 12/02/2025Sign in PRO by 7am on Feb 13 to protect WA kids online: app.leg.wa.gov/csi/Testifie.... Senate Bill 5708 will work to mitigate some of the harmful effects that social media and digital engagement can have on our kids' behavioral health by holding digital media companies accountable. #waleg 010
Children's Alliance @childrensalliance.org · 12/02/2025Thank you to all of the fierce advocates who braved the cold to join us in Olympia for Have a Heart for Kids Day! Big shout out to our rally partners BrightSpark Early Learning Services and Kindering, we are so grateful to work with you to create a better future for all WA kids! Photo by Mel Ponder 010