2022 has been an incredible year for Strategies for Children – and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Our allies in advocacy, 9:30 Callers, policy partners, Advocacy Network members, interns and fellows, consultants, thought partners, the hundreds of folks working together to develop the Early Childhood Agenda, and our generous funders – you all help make Strategies for Children what it is – a thriving organization working hard day in and out to advocate for young children, families, communities, and early childhood professionals. 

We offer thanks and appreciation to our elected and appointed leaders. In this time of transition, we have been reflecting on the last eight years of the Baker-Polito Administration, especially since March 2020.

To say that the decisions made by leaders in the Administration, by Senate President Karen Spilka, Speaker Ron Mariano, members of the Massachusetts Legislature, and local leaders over the last three years saved lives may sound dramatic. But we believe it is true.

We continue to remember the incredible stories of the educators, program directors, family childcare providers, school age staff, CEOs and community leaders who show up for children and families every single day. We continue to be inspired by this dedicated and resilient workforce and their commitment to problem solving, building partnerships, and providing high-quality learning experiences under incredible continuing circumstances.

We are ready for 2023, and look forward to seeing you at the release of the Early Childhood Agenda at the State House on January 24.

On behalf of the entire SFC team and Board of Directors, thank you.

Onward!

– Amy O’Leary