When Systems Falter, We Show Up Stronger
As we come to the close of this year, I [...]
Leading with Purpose in Polarized Times
As a preteen growing up on Detroit’s east side, I [...]
The Government’s Responsibility to Families: A Statement from CSSP President and CEO Leonard Burton
Washington, DC (October 31, 2025)—At its core, the role of [...]
New Findings from Rx Kids Shows that Unconditional Cash in Perinatal Stage Can Improve Health and Well-being for Moms and Babies
Two recently-published papers coming out of the Rx Kids cash [...]
A Sign of Greater Hardship to Come
The Census Bureau’s annual data-release of income, poverty, and health [...]
CSSP Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors: Lynn Braveheart and Ursula Wright
Washington, DC (August 7, 2025)—The Center for the Study of [...]
Young People Deserve More From the Budget: A Statement from our CARES Ambassadors
Washington, DC (July 28, 2025) – The CARES Ambassadors, young adults [...]
These Cuts Matter: The Budget Reconciliation Bill Undermines Families and Will Drive Children into Child Welfare Systems
With the passing of the Budget Reconciliation Bill (H.R. 1) [...]
Child Care Providers Sound the Alarm on Immigration Policies’ Harm to Families with Young Children
Children need love, safety, and a sense of belonging to [...]
Deep Cuts to Our Foundation: How the House-Passed Budget Undermines Health and Wellbeing for Young People and Families
On July 3rd, the House passed the final Budget Reconciliation [...]
