Welcome to Stand for Children in Massachusetts
Founded in 2003, Massachusetts Stand for Children is a statewide citizen voice for children. Our members' voices are heard in more than 80 communities across the Commonwealth.
Legislature Approves FY2010 Budget
The Budget Conference Committee issued a consensus FY2010 state budget on Thursday, June 18, 2009 that was approved by both the House and the Senate on June 19. The budget now awaits Governor’s Patrick’s signature.
For more information, visit our FY2010 budget homepage.
Petition Brings Results!
Thank you to the 3,500 of you who signed our petition urging legislators to equip communities with essential revenue and cost-saving tools. Legislators heard your plea – and the Senate responded by approving local revenue options, the telecom tax, and health benefit reforms as part of its budget.
2009 Campaign for Children
Task Force members from Chapters across the state, with member input, identified four planks to guide Stand's advocacy for the next three years:
- No more lost ground
- Efficiencies and cost-savings
- Long-term funding
- Innovation and investment to help all children succeed
Members voted to approve our 2009 Policy Platform and Legislative Agenda.
Visit our State Campaigns page to learn more.
Job Opportunities
Stand for Children is now accepting applications for a National Development Director and National Trainer/Recruiter in the Waltham office.