We believe in the potential of every child. But all too often, poverty, racism and the pandemic are putting opportunity out of reach.

Our legislative agenda seeks to protect kids, remove barriers and create pathways to success—so that Washington’s children and families stay strong, no matter what challenges we face.

This year, the Early Learning Action Alliance recognized 21 lawmakers with Crayon Awards for outstanding leadership in early learning. Their commitment to advancing policies and funding early learning over the last year has been crucial for Washington’s children and families.

New KIDS COUNT brief highlights benefits of social and economic programs on children’s health beyond the pandemic.

This July 1, kids and families across the state should begin to feel the effects of the Fair Start for Kids Act—the historic investment in early learning that state lawmakers passed during the 2021 legislative session.

Champions for Children are state lawmakers recognized by Children’s Alliance for their work to further our annual legislative agenda.

Parents, community leaders and policymakers came together and made historic progress that will help to give all of Washington’s children a great start.

Read Children’s Alliance’s statement in support of Black Lives Matter.