KidsFlash Blog
Follow the KidsFlash blog to learn more about what’s happening at the Colorado Children’s Campaign and to stay in-the-know about the issues that matter for children in our state.
Capitol Update: Another unanimous vote for a priority bill
Another Children’s Campaign priority bill was unanimously approved by a committee this week! HB23-1186, which would allow people going through the eviction process to participate in hearings remotely via video or teleconference, received all "Yes" votes in the House Finance Committee on Thursday.
Implementation of improvements to Colorado’s TANF program moves forward
The Children’s Campaign testified at the State Board of Human Services on March 3 to support a set of rules that would streamline key processes for families enrolled in Colorado’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
The West Steps: What you need to know about Healthy School Meals for All
Ashley Wheeland, Director of Public Policy at Hunger Free Colorado, joins us this week on The West Steps to talk about Healthy School Meals for All (HSMA).
CDC spotlights teen struggles with mental health and importance of school support
In 2021, nearly three out of every five teenage girls in the country reported that they felt persistently sad or hopeless for weeks in a row, and one in three teenage girls seriously considered suicide. These are just two troubling findings in a recent report from the CDC.
Inform the development of Colorado’s Healthy School Meals for All program
Hunger Free Colorado is seeking input to inform the development of Colorado’s Healthy School Meals for All program. This is an excellent opportunity to weigh in, share what you value about school meals, and make recommendations.
Speak Up for Kids Day is still a resource for you
As the halfway point of the legislative session approaches, we're reflecting on our 2023 policy advocacy event: Speak Up for Kids Day. Watch our video for footage of this year’s event!
Find tax filing resources, services, and more at Get Ahead Colorado’s website
Tax Day is April 18, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Get Ahead Colorado program connects communities across the state to free tax resources.
Your reproductive health care program could be eligible for this grant
ReproCollab is now accepting applications for its Protect and Expand Contraceptive Access grant. This funding opportunity is for clinics and local health agencies with contraceptive care programs in Colorado.
Fast Fact – Feb. 10, 2023
Together, Medicaid and CHP+ insure nearly half of all Colorado children, many of whom might not have had access to health insurance otherwise.
Capitol Update: Nearly halfway through session, several health and safety packages are introduced
We are quickly approaching the halfway mark of the 2023 legislative session! Colorado lawmakers have had more than 400 bills, resolutions, and memorials introduced for their consideration.
We are hiring a Grants Manager!
The Grants Manager raises funds to support our mission, working closely with the Director of Development and internal content experts to develop, submit, report on, and maintain records related to grants from national and local funders.
Implementation update: The Division of Insurance moves forward rules to establish a Special Enrollment Period for pregnancy as required by Cover All Coloradans
Together with nearly ten partner organizations, we submitted comments in support of a proposed regulation that will create new opportunities to enroll in insurance as a pandemic-era policy that kept people enrolled in public coverage comes to an end.