Critical programs for babies and young children like Medicaid, Head Start/Early Head Start, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and several others, could face massive funding reductions, leading to catastrophic impacts on America’s families.
On March 11, we heard from Matthew Melmed, ZERO TO THREE’s Executive Director, about what has happened in the first 6 weeks of the Trump administration and the 119th Congress, what’s at stake for babies and families, and what you can do to take action!
Why This Matters:
As part of the ZERO TO THREE community, you have a network of professionals, advocates, and allies standing with you.We are here to provide the resources, guidance and advocacy support you need. Together, we must protect critical programs that support the healthy development of infants and toddlers, ensure access to family-centered care, and advocate for policies that invest in our youngest generation and brighter future for all. Your voice matters. Your work matters.
In 2025, babies won at both the federal and state levels thanks to the power of supporters raising their voices and families sharing their personal and powerful stories.
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