Resources
Join us in shaping a brighter future for the next generation
Access the tools, knowledge, and community support needed to drive meaningful change. Together, we can ensure that our communities prioritize and fund the services that children and youth need to thrive.
Ballot Measure Campaigns
Would include – Neutralizing opposition, Timeline, Budget, Communication, Fundraising, Endorsements and allies, Structure
Budget Advocacy
Understanding local budgets, Advocacy strategies, Reforming the budget process, What to ask for?, Participatory budgeting
City Departments & Offices for Children and Youth
Would include – Creating a department, Report on California departments, Policy leadership, Strategic use of dedicated funds.
Legal Issues and Decisions
Latest court cases, Recent relevant state measures, Legalities of non-profit advocacy and lobbying
Organizing
Would include – Youth organizing, Parent organizing, Using elections to organize, Building coalitions, Communication
Pre-campaign Work
Would include – Local policy agendas, Timelines and steps, Drafting a measure, Polling, Revenue options, Assessing the political landscape, Collecting signatures