Publications

Child Tax Credit   The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a federal tax credit that reduces tax burdens on families with children ages 16 and younger, returning money to their pockets based on a househ...

Young parents in the District of Columbia care deeply about their children, who inspire them to work hard and create a strong future for their families. However, expectant and parenting youth in the District face challenges that differ from both older parents and their non-parenting peers.

SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is a federal nutrition assistance program that helps eligible low-income children, individuals, and families afford food.

The District of Columbia’s Childcare Subsidy Program is critical infrastructure for children, families, the local workforce, and the District’s early care & education system. More than 7,000 DC families currently rely on subsidies to afford childcare that would otherwise be financially out of reach.

On June 17, DC Action launched a community discussion series - District Futures: Guaranteeing Quality Jobs for Youth of Color - with the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI) and New Futures, a college and career success organization serving youth across the region.

Building a Mental Health System Young People Can Find, Trust, and Stay Connected To

Earlier today, the DC Council passed the District’s Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Act, a significantly improved budget for children, youth, and families compared to what was originally proposed by Mayor Bowser.

Pride and the Power of Belonging

DC Action applauds Chairman Phil Mendelson and the DC Council for restoring $99 million for child care and early childhood development programs, protecting funding for out-of-school time, as well as restoring $1.5 million in funding for the District’s youth homelessness system.

Housing Instability and the Challenge of Staying Connected to Care

The System Exists, But Young People Still Struggle to Navigate It.

Today, the Afterschool Alliance released The Summer Struggle, a state-by-state series of report cards examining the challenges families face in accessing summertime programming.