Our Policy Work.

Fighting for a New York that puts children first

Our policy team calls attention to the most pressing issues impacting children and families by analyzing budgets, developing policy priorities, working closely with coalitions and partners throughout the state, and advocating directly with elected leaders to make policy change. Through this work, we ensure government leaders prioritize policies, budgets and legislation that make New York a better place for children and families.

Our Latest Policy Publications

How Children and Families Fared in the NYS 2025-26 Budget

Budget Analysis & Priorities

The FY26 Budget made substantial enhancements to the Empire State Child Tax Credit, and funded universal school …

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Important NYC Education Programs Must Receive Adequate, Long-term Funding

Testimony & Public Comments

On Tuesday, May 20, Associate Executive Director of Policy Alice Bufkin, Senior Policy Asso …

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Improved Access and Increased Investments for Youth Programming and Family Services Supports Communi…

Data Resources

On Monday, May 19 CCC Senior Policy Advocate Caitlyn Passaretti gave oral and written testimony …

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Child Well-being in NYC Requires Housing, Food, Child Welfare, and Youth Support Investment

Testimony & Public Comments

On Friday. May 16, CCC's Policy Team co-submitted testimony to the New York City Council for an Executive Budget Hearing …

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CCC leads several coalitions to further enhance its advocacy. Our work with coalitions includes:

Healthy Minds Healthy Kids

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Family Homelessness Coalition

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Campaign for Children

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Raise the Age

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New York State Coalition for Child Welfare Financing

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