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July 2022
"Be the change you wish to see in the world." - Ghandi
But how and can you really make a difference?
In the face of local, national, and global news, where social injustices, inequity, and oppression can understandably overwhelm us, it can be hard not to question whether one person can truly make a difference. And the honest answer is yes - every action you take to help others not only positively impacts that individual, it starts a butterfly effect with the potential to improve lives for generations to come (1).
Children & Families First believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Yet research proves, that when children and families face significant adversity, what happens next makes all the difference. The prevention, intervention, and healing of adverse childhood experiences transforms all our lives and futures (2).
This National Make a Difference to Children Month we invite you to join our commitment to children and families - one we have proudly upheld for more than 137 years - Because we know you really can make a difference.
Five opportunities to make YOUR difference today:
Join Our CFF Family
Want a career where you are respected as an individual, your contributions are valued, and you're empowered to thrive? Check our our current opportunities. cffde.org/employment
Make A Donation
Your donation is more than a gift. It is a an investment that ensures, together, we transform lives and futures, building strong, thriving communities for us all. cffde.org/donate
Help Us Advocate
Centering on equity, our policy agenda advocates for a just system where historically marginalized communities can access the tools, resources, and opportunities to reach their fullest potential. cffde.org/publicpolicy
Attend An Event
Whether you join us as a guest - sponsor or host a fundraiser - or volunteer - you hold the ticket to our life-changing work. cffde.org/events
Read & Share Our Stories
We're living our mission out loud every day and when you read and share our stories, newsletters, and press with your network it inspires others to get involved too! cffde.org/stories
COMING NEXT MONTH! Civility Month
(1) McCullough, A. Doing Good Does You Good. The Mental Health Foundation, May 2016, pp. 1-20.
(2) https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/index.html
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