Influence Policy and advocacy action for change

The Children’s Defense Fund leads collective action for youth and family justice, economic mobility, and health equity. Through strategic collaborations, CDF-NY amplifies the power of youth and families through advocacy, community organizing, direct service, and public policy.

Statewide

$300,000 • General Operating Support

Supports youth and family research, organizing, and policy initiatives that will prevent unnecessary child welfare involvement, limit harm experienced within the system, and protect the rights of youth and families, including efforts to establish a Child and Family Wellbeing Fund and a statewide direct cash transfer program for young people with foster care experience.