The release Tuesday of 24 interactive maps illustrating the impacts to kids and families thanks to the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act (H.R. 1) highlights unprecedented hardships kids and families across the commonwealth are expected to face. Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children released illustrated data projecting coverage losses, reduced food assistance and the impacts to families directly […]
Research lays out potential long term impact of SNAP, Medicaid cuts
One Pennsylvania Organization put together data showing the impacts of H.R 1, which will make cuts to Medicaid and SNAP funding starting in October, on local communities. Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children is a nonprofit that advocates for the youth in Keystone State, and it’s the youth that leaders with the organization say will be impacted heavily by […]
New Maps Show How H.R. 1 Will Harm Children’s Health and Food Security Across Pennsylvania
Data illustrate projected coverage losses, reduced food assistance, and financial consequences for families under federal cuts Harrisburg, PA (March 19, 2026) – Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children today announced the release of an exclusive, interactive series of 24 maps showing, in unprecedented local detail, how H.R. 1’s cuts to Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance […]
State House Democrats: Pa. needs to prioritize universal pre-K
Less than half, or 44%, of the state’s 3- and 4-year-olds participate in high-quality, publicly funded pre-K, according to Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children. An estimated 84,000 children are left out and Black children are less likely to attend high-quality programs. Research indicates that a quality pre-kindergarten education prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. Attendees are less likely to be […]
Shapiro wants to move ahead with pilot Medicaid program after Trump declines to ax federal funds
Gov. Josh Shapiro is again asking the legislature to fund a trial run of extra Medicaid benefits, saying that the Trump administration will honor a Biden-era approval despite Republicans’ desire to clamp down on Medicaid spending. The pilot program would fund medication for those leaving prison, housing assistance for the homeless, and specialized meal delivery […]
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September is #KinshipCareMonth, a time to recognize the grandparents, relatives & close family friends who open their homes to children when they cannot safely remain with their parents.
Kinship care can help children maintain
🥕 Today marks 62 years since the Food Stamp Act of 1964 established the modern federal food assistance program that eventually became SNAP.
For six decades, SNAP has helped families, including families with children, put food on the table.
Nutritious food supports children's
📚✨ “A child’s imagination is the most powerful thing in the world.” — Dolly Parton
We couldn't agree more.
Every child deserves the chance to learn, dream big & reach their full potential. That starts with access to books, early learning & the resources families need.
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