@jenniferngandu.bsky.social
Aisha’s nickname should be on point: Poverty is incredibly expensive, not just because of lack of money, but the time, mental bandwidth, the inability to plan.
December 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Aisha’s nickname should be on point: Poverty is incredibly expensive, not just because of lack of money, but the time, mental bandwidth, the inability to plan.
It’s our duty as village-keepers to uphold dignity and solidarity in this country. We must not accept the status quo. Real change comes from holding space for one another, coming together despite our differences, and building policies that allow families to thrive. #Wicked #HealthEquity #Solidarity
December 2, 2025 at 6:41 PM
It’s our duty as village-keepers to uphold dignity and solidarity in this country. We must not accept the status quo. Real change comes from holding space for one another, coming together despite our differences, and building policies that allow families to thrive. #Wicked #HealthEquity #Solidarity
@darrickhamilton.bsky.social said it best: Wealth is economic power. Wealth provides economic agency.
Through his work as an economist and founding director of @racepowerpolicy.org, Darrick is guided by the truth that all human beings are entitled to basic economic rights.
Through his work as an economist and founding director of @racepowerpolicy.org, Darrick is guided by the truth that all human beings are entitled to basic economic rights.
November 12, 2025 at 4:51 PM
@darrickhamilton.bsky.social said it best: Wealth is economic power. Wealth provides economic agency.
Through his work as an economist and founding director of @racepowerpolicy.org, Darrick is guided by the truth that all human beings are entitled to basic economic rights.
Through his work as an economist and founding director of @racepowerpolicy.org, Darrick is guided by the truth that all human beings are entitled to basic economic rights.
If you think taxes and race are unrelated, think again. Tax policy is a civil rights issue. Period.
@dorothyabrown.bsky.social's blog exposes how hidden inequities in the U.S. tax code mean Black Americans pay more while building less wealth. She also offers solutions. www.rwjf.org/en/insights/...
@dorothyabrown.bsky.social's blog exposes how hidden inequities in the U.S. tax code mean Black Americans pay more while building less wealth. She also offers solutions. www.rwjf.org/en/insights/...
October 30, 2025 at 6:24 PM
If you think taxes and race are unrelated, think again. Tax policy is a civil rights issue. Period.
@dorothyabrown.bsky.social's blog exposes how hidden inequities in the U.S. tax code mean Black Americans pay more while building less wealth. She also offers solutions. www.rwjf.org/en/insights/...
@dorothyabrown.bsky.social's blog exposes how hidden inequities in the U.S. tax code mean Black Americans pay more while building less wealth. She also offers solutions. www.rwjf.org/en/insights/...
21 states + D.C. are leading the way in securing dedicated state funding for kids and the programs that matter most. Children's Funding Project’s pioneering new paper shares their strategies for long-term success.
Let’s make our budgets match our values. childrensfundingproject.org/resource/sta...
Let’s make our budgets match our values. childrensfundingproject.org/resource/sta...
October 16, 2025 at 2:03 PM
21 states + D.C. are leading the way in securing dedicated state funding for kids and the programs that matter most. Children's Funding Project’s pioneering new paper shares their strategies for long-term success.
Let’s make our budgets match our values. childrensfundingproject.org/resource/sta...
Let’s make our budgets match our values. childrensfundingproject.org/resource/sta...
I’m grateful for this partnership between @rwjf.org and Lemonada Media and the opportunity to lift up more stories that reflect what we feel deeply in our souls: caregiving makes everything else possible. Policies just need to get with the program!
More on Season 2 from @ynb.bsky.social herself⬇️
More on Season 2 from @ynb.bsky.social herself⬇️
October 14, 2025 at 3:11 PM
I’m grateful for this partnership between @rwjf.org and Lemonada Media and the opportunity to lift up more stories that reflect what we feel deeply in our souls: caregiving makes everything else possible. Policies just need to get with the program!
More on Season 2 from @ynb.bsky.social herself⬇️
More on Season 2 from @ynb.bsky.social herself⬇️
“Families aren’t broken, the economy is.” @nataliefoster.bsky.social said what needed to be said 👏.
Too often, we place the burden of structural problems on families—and that’s unacceptable. We must instead change the structures so that they support the health and well-being of families.
Too often, we place the burden of structural problems on families—and that’s unacceptable. We must instead change the structures so that they support the health and well-being of families.
October 2, 2025 at 1:58 PM
“Families aren’t broken, the economy is.” @nataliefoster.bsky.social said what needed to be said 👏.
Too often, we place the burden of structural problems on families—and that’s unacceptable. We must instead change the structures so that they support the health and well-being of families.
Too often, we place the burden of structural problems on families—and that’s unacceptable. We must instead change the structures so that they support the health and well-being of families.
Too often, we fail to realize that the most valuable, precious members of society are our children. As stewards of the future, it’s our duty to protect, invest in and uplift them with compassion and long-term vision—not neglect them. #NelsonMandela's words should inspire us all to do better.
September 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Too often, we fail to realize that the most valuable, precious members of society are our children. As stewards of the future, it’s our duty to protect, invest in and uplift them with compassion and long-term vision—not neglect them. #NelsonMandela's words should inspire us all to do better.
Tired of care systems that don't value all families? Same.
Everyone deserves equitable access to care.
@tcfdotorg.bsky.social, @caringacross.org & @npwf.bsky.social built this research hub around the care economy to help make it happen:
tcf.org/the-care-res...
Everyone deserves equitable access to care.
@tcfdotorg.bsky.social, @caringacross.org & @npwf.bsky.social built this research hub around the care economy to help make it happen:
tcf.org/the-care-res...
September 11, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Tired of care systems that don't value all families? Same.
Everyone deserves equitable access to care.
@tcfdotorg.bsky.social, @caringacross.org & @npwf.bsky.social built this research hub around the care economy to help make it happen:
tcf.org/the-care-res...
Everyone deserves equitable access to care.
@tcfdotorg.bsky.social, @caringacross.org & @npwf.bsky.social built this research hub around the care economy to help make it happen:
tcf.org/the-care-res...
134K families fall into poverty each year by childcare costs alone. Let that sink in.
@economicsecurityproject.org met with experts to hear their views on the connection between health and wealth. Spoiler alert: Cash can improve health.
Read more:
economicsecurityproject.org/resource/res...
@economicsecurityproject.org met with experts to hear their views on the connection between health and wealth. Spoiler alert: Cash can improve health.
Read more:
economicsecurityproject.org/resource/res...
September 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
134K families fall into poverty each year by childcare costs alone. Let that sink in.
@economicsecurityproject.org met with experts to hear their views on the connection between health and wealth. Spoiler alert: Cash can improve health.
Read more:
economicsecurityproject.org/resource/res...
@economicsecurityproject.org met with experts to hear their views on the connection between health and wealth. Spoiler alert: Cash can improve health.
Read more:
economicsecurityproject.org/resource/res...
I call it the Big Brutal Bill, because nothing could be closer to the truth. It is one of the most punishing policy wars on families that I’ve ever seen. And it did not have to be this way.
September 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM
I call it the Big Brutal Bill, because nothing could be closer to the truth. It is one of the most punishing policy wars on families that I’ve ever seen. And it did not have to be this way.
If you work at a nonprofit, join me in taking the survey. Your experiences could help expose patterns of opportunity and challenge and push for sector-wide change. bit.ly/RTL2025-RWJF
August 28, 2025 at 3:25 PM
If you work at a nonprofit, join me in taking the survey. Your experiences could help expose patterns of opportunity and challenge and push for sector-wide change. bit.ly/RTL2025-RWJF
Just when you think that a line can’t possibly be crossed, it is. Enough is enough.
August 26, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Just when you think that a line can’t possibly be crossed, it is. Enough is enough.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner would have turned 55 last week. His iconic role on “The Cosby Show” as Theo didn't just entertain—it revolutionized how Black young men and families were seen on TV. A cultural force who inspired generations on screen and off. Rest in power. Your legacy lives on.
August 25, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Malcolm-Jamal Warner would have turned 55 last week. His iconic role on “The Cosby Show” as Theo didn't just entertain—it revolutionized how Black young men and families were seen on TV. A cultural force who inspired generations on screen and off. Rest in power. Your legacy lives on.
Super strength and invisibility are cool in movies—but in reality, that’s not what’s going to change the world. Our superpowers lie in refusing to accept broken systems. Here are 4 ways we can put families first and build a world where every family can thrive.
What would you add to the list?
What would you add to the list?
August 15, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Super strength and invisibility are cool in movies—but in reality, that’s not what’s going to change the world. Our superpowers lie in refusing to accept broken systems. Here are 4 ways we can put families first and build a world where every family can thrive.
What would you add to the list?
What would you add to the list?
Beyoncé didn’t just share the stage with Blue Ivy—she let Manager Blue lead. Children are not just leaders of the next generation, they can build the future now. Let’s make sure all children are given the space and support to move, to learn, and always shine bright.
#CowboyCarterTour
#CowboyCarterTour
August 4, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Beyoncé didn’t just share the stage with Blue Ivy—she let Manager Blue lead. Children are not just leaders of the next generation, they can build the future now. Let’s make sure all children are given the space and support to move, to learn, and always shine bright.
#CowboyCarterTour
#CowboyCarterTour
Grateful to the many grantees and partners who are working towards a new future that makes our tax system work better for us all. It may not happen overnight, but it can happend. (2/2)
July 3, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Grateful to the many grantees and partners who are working towards a new future that makes our tax system work better for us all. It may not happen overnight, but it can happend. (2/2)
The tax system tells a story about who and what we value. And right now, it’s clear: our current tax system disproportionately skews towards hoarding wealth. It doesn’t have to be this way (1/2)
July 3, 2025 at 12:49 PM
The tax system tells a story about who and what we value. And right now, it’s clear: our current tax system disproportionately skews towards hoarding wealth. It doesn’t have to be this way (1/2)
While we celebrate this month (and always) we must unite in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and stand up loud and proud to push for lasting change– so that all individuals and families can live in dignity, safety and the freedom to live how they choose.
June 24, 2025 at 1:11 PM
While we celebrate this month (and always) we must unite in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community and stand up loud and proud to push for lasting change– so that all individuals and families can live in dignity, safety and the freedom to live how they choose.
We will refuse to let our joy be stolen. I will wear my red, eat my red, and celebrate every part of the rich legacy Juneteenth represents. Let this day serve not only as a historical moment but as a call for justice, equity, and preservation of our history!
June 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
We will refuse to let our joy be stolen. I will wear my red, eat my red, and celebrate every part of the rich legacy Juneteenth represents. Let this day serve not only as a historical moment but as a call for justice, equity, and preservation of our history!
Parita said it best, if we truly want an economy that works for everyone, the conversation needs to be about using what we have to build a future where all children can thrive. We’re not facing a lack of resources.
We’re facing a lack of political will to invest in what matters most: our families.
We’re facing a lack of political will to invest in what matters most: our families.
June 12, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Parita said it best, if we truly want an economy that works for everyone, the conversation needs to be about using what we have to build a future where all children can thrive. We’re not facing a lack of resources.
We’re facing a lack of political will to invest in what matters most: our families.
We’re facing a lack of political will to invest in what matters most: our families.
From pursuing a dream career to being able to properly care for a health condition – wealth provides economic agency. My good friend @darrickhamilton.bsky.social explains how programs like #BabyBonds can give young adults the foundation they need to build real, lasting economic security.
June 11, 2025 at 3:39 PM
From pursuing a dream career to being able to properly care for a health condition – wealth provides economic agency. My good friend @darrickhamilton.bsky.social explains how programs like #BabyBonds can give young adults the foundation they need to build real, lasting economic security.
Corporate tax breaks are costing us the chance to transform millions of lives. That lost revenue could end #ChildPoverty, fund care for every child, and support working families. We must rethink who our tax code is really for, and demand a system that puts people, not profits, first.
June 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Corporate tax breaks are costing us the chance to transform millions of lives. That lost revenue could end #ChildPoverty, fund care for every child, and support working families. We must rethink who our tax code is really for, and demand a system that puts people, not profits, first.
The tax system decides how money & power flow in our society. When it’s built to benefit the wealthy, it deepens inequities and denies families their ability to thrive. We can’t accept that “this is just the way things are” — or conform to a status quo that sustains injustice. It’s time for change.
June 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The tax system decides how money & power flow in our society. When it’s built to benefit the wealthy, it deepens inequities and denies families their ability to thrive. We can’t accept that “this is just the way things are” — or conform to a status quo that sustains injustice. It’s time for change.
@nataliefoster.bsky.social reminds us: the economy is shaped by our choices. And now, we can choose differently. To build an economy that invests in people & expands opportunity for all, especially children. Let’s redesign systems to end poverty & close the racial wealth gap. rwjf.ws/economicincl...
May 29, 2025 at 5:44 PM
@nataliefoster.bsky.social reminds us: the economy is shaped by our choices. And now, we can choose differently. To build an economy that invests in people & expands opportunity for all, especially children. Let’s redesign systems to end poverty & close the racial wealth gap. rwjf.ws/economicincl...