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Thousands of parents agree that childcare is one of their biggest bills. Supports for parents and childcare costs are proven to work, but policy continues to be out of sync with actual needs. The only way to solve that is by support parents' voices. san.com/cc/14-of-famil…

As Women's History month winds to a close, we continue to acknowledge the importance of women's perspectives and stories. They are important not only to shaping our world today, but also essential to the work we do at LIFT everyday. splcenter.org/resources/hope…

Last week, the energy at LIFT Chicago's Closing the Racial Wealth Gap: Solutions That Scale event was undeniable. A reminder that closing the racial wealth gap will take all of us, and that there’s real momentum to keep this work going.

The Child Tax Credit can be a gamechanger, alleviating families financial burdens and putting money back in families' pockets. Ensure you and your communities are informed on your eligibility. altitudesmagazine.com/families-miss-…

Join LIFT-Chicago TOMORROW! Excited to highlight our moderator, Tamara Dervin, Founder of Money Basics and a Certified Financial Educator. With nearly three decades of experience, Tamara has helped hundreds o build stronger financial futures Learn more: bit.ly/4bAhtJh

Changes to SNAP could affect the food security of over 13,000 people. Ensure your family and community are informed of the new requirements to best prepare for the impact. bit.ly/4lHQro0

While snow days can be fond times for kids, for parents struggling with paying for food or childcare, they can increase strain on already tight budgets. That's why centering families' perspectives in decision-making is key in supporting communities. bit.ly/4sDXP5O

Less than one week away! Claim your spot! Join LIFT-Chicago on Thursday, March 19 for Closing the Racial Wealth Gap: Solutions That Scale. A cross-sector conversation grounded in community leadership, systems-level investment, and shared responsibility closingthewealthgap.funraise.org

Every dollar back in the pockets of families is a dollar invested in the future. Make sure you're up to date on your tax resources. bit.ly/4s1M35y

Join LIFT-Chicago on March 19th! We’re excited to spotlight Cliff Goins IV, author and entrepreneur, who has spent his career helping businesses grow and advancing solutions to close the nation’s $15 trillion wealth gap. Learn more: bit.ly/4sIiaah

With the increase in child care costs outpacing increases in inflation, parents are facing the short end of several economic sticks. It doesn't have to be this way; support policy driven by families, not politicians who don't interact with them. nyti.ms/4b2BERa

We love to see follow-through on promises made to New York families. These four neighborhoods are a great start, and we can't wait to see supports for families continue expanding, in New York and nationally. 7ny.tv/4cCP3Ay

Childhood poverty is a byproduct of an economy that doesn't protect families and keep resources affordable. Affordable childcare isn't a benefit; it's necessary to help build strong families. bit.ly/40rhkCA

In this first week of #WomensHistoryMonth we would like to take a moment to uplift the many amazing women of LIFT. To the all Mothers, Daughters, Sisters, Grandmothers, Coaches, Members, and Leaders in our LIFT community, thank you for sharing your strength and kindness with us!

Separating families leaves children without caregivers, perpetuating cycles of poverty. Opportunities are built within supported communities, not through targeted campaigns against them. bit.ly/4rfwNkl

Join LIFT-Chicago on March 19th! We’re excited to spotlight panelist Alex Breland, an attorney and community leader, Alex brings a legal and civic perspective to conversations about building pathways for economic mobility. Learn more about Alex: bit.ly/3OForVF

The child tax credit is a game-changer for D.C. families, putting more cash into their homes. More cash = more financial families. We must support the D.C. child tax credit if we ever wish to improve life for hundreds of families living in poverty. bit.ly/474zs99

10% of all counties nationally, including 20% of New York's population, have held high poverty rates for 20+ years. Policy alone won't help families who have only known poverty since at least 2006; they need greater support to change their lives. bit.ly/47nWCaC

“This makes us feel seen,” said LIFT-Chicago member Tiara Davis. “It’s one thing to know the area has food deserts, but it’s another thing to take action and make a change to try to alleviate that barrier.” Read more: bit.ly/40DviBp

An expanded child tax credit in New York would have a wide-reaching impact. Enriching families enriches communities. bit.ly/4l0G7Hd