Our focus is the whole child, working across Early Childhood, Economic Security, Health, and K-12 Education for the greatest long-term impact.

Colorado
Joined April 2011
We're excited to introduce our new Director of Early Childhood Policy, Meghan McCann! 🎉 👋 Join us in welcoming Meghan! Click below to learn more about our new Director of Early Childhood Policy. coloradokids.org/our_team/me…
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The Colorado Poverty Measure, funded by @garycommunity and developed by the @Columbia Center on Poverty and Social Policy, reveals how public investments help lift thousands of Colorado kids out of poverty each year. 👉 Read our brief to learn more: coloradokids.org/data/public…
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✅ Colorado, it's time to make your voice heard! Mail-in ballots were sent to registered voters across the state last week, and we're encouraging everyone to vote the entire ballot. 🔗 Explore our voter resources at: coloradokids.org/campaign-4-…
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🎥 What will it take to help more kids become strong readers? The Campaign's President & CEO Heather Tritten joined @9NEWS to talk about Colorado's third-grade literacy challenge and what we can do to change the story. 👀 Watch Heather's interview: youtube.com/watch?v=vywbrRwo…
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📚 Nearly 60% of Colorado third graders are not proficient in reading and writing. Colorado has an opportunity to build on what's working and make literacy success a reality for every child. 📊 Read the brief to learn more: coloradokids.org/data/public…
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🚨 TOMORROW is the deadline to speak up for Head Start. 👉 Submit comments: federalregister.gov/document… 👉 Use our Action Alert: secure.everyaction.com/MjXhz…
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Our first Kids in Focus brief launches next week! Join us for a free, 30-minute webinar on Thursday, October 8th to learn more about the latest data and research on third-grade literacy. Register below! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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What could Proposition NN mean for Colorado's kids and classrooms? 🔗 Read the @CPRNews voter guide story: cpr.org/2026/09/25/vg-2026-p… 🔗 Explore Campaign 4 Kids: coloradokids.org/campaign-4-…
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Back-to-school is about more than new backpacks and fresh starts. In the latest edition of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘦𝘳, our President & CEO Heather Tritten asks: Are we doing right by Colorado's kids? Read Heather's latest newsletter. 👇 coloradokids.org/the-campaig…
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🔎 Kids in Focus is back! Join us for the first 30-minute webinar on Thursday, October 8 at 9:30 a.m., where we'll take a closer look at 3rd grade literacy and what the data tells us about Colorado students. Register for the free webinar below! 👇 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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🚨Colorado kids need access to health care, now more than ever. A new @CPRNews story looks at how federal policy changes and funding cuts could put pressure on pediatric clinics and make it harder for some kids to get the care they need. Read the article! cpr.org/2026/09/16/kids-heal…
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What a night! 💙 Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the Connection Reception and helped us celebrate the partnerships, progress, and people working year-round to make Colorado a better place for kids and families.
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Creating a Colorado where all children thrive takes more than a moment. It takes commitment. Join the Thrive Circle today and pick a monthly amount that feels right for you 👇 coloradokids.org/join-the-th…
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The Connection Reception is in ONE WEEK! 🎉 Tickets are still available. Click below to secure your spot and get ready to celebrate with us and other advocates next week! secure.everyaction.com/N_hDE…
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Join the Thrive Circle. Because kids need champions all year long! The Campaign is excited to introduce the Thrive Circle, a monthly giving society for donors who want their impact to be as steady and sustained as the work itself. Click to learn more 👇 coloradokids.org/join-the-th…
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Campaign 4 Kids is LIVE! 🚨 Whether you're a voter, candidate, advocate, or simply someone who cares about Colorado's kids, this is your resource for staying informed ahead of November. Explore Campaign 4 Kids and get the facts! coloradokids.org/c4k/
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Landscaping. Teamwork. And a little dirt under the fingernails! 🌳🪏 On Monday, the Colorado Children's Campaign team traded our desks for shovels during our annual volunteer day. A huge THANK YOU to @BGCColo for being such a great partner and for the incredible work you do.
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We're proud to honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Dolly Parton. A true champion for children whose generosity reached far beyond her music. We are grateful for a life dedicated to helping children dream more, learn more, care more, and be more. 💛📚
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Head Start provides critical early learning, health, nutrition, and family support to more than 10,700 Colorado children every year. But proposed federal changes could weaken important protections that help keep kids safe. 👉 Speak up for Head Start! secure.everyaction.com/MjXhz…
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We're only FOUR WEEKS out! 👀 🎉 Don't wait and get your tickets today 👇 secure.everyaction.com/N_hDE…
Less than five weeks to go! 🎉 This year, we're honored to recognize @McCluskieforCO for her extraordinary accomplishments and steadfast leadership on behalf of children and families across our state. Buy your tickets today and join us on September 17! secure.everyaction.com/N_hDE…
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