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The 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book from AECF is now available. This report includes an index showing how child well-being is changing over time across the nation. Explore the latest data on education, health, economic well-being and family/community factors: https://t.co/XWEYy7sQBR
The 2026 AECF KIDS COUNT® Data Book includes an enhanced index that shows not only how states rank on child well-being, but also how outcomes for kids have changed over time. See how children and families are faring in Missouri: https://t.co/XWEYy7sQBR
Coming soon! The annual 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation will be released on June 8. Stay tuned to see how Missouri ranks nationwide in supporting child wellbeing.
Missouri schools and organizations can now apply for Summer 2026 funding to serve meals to kids in their communities.
Summer meal programs help ensure children have access to nutritious food when school is not in session. Apply by noon CST on May 8: https://t.co/Y0zzLgAoFE
Now live: Missouri KIDS COUNT Data Book!
Discover the latest data on education, health, economic security, and family well-being across Missouri with county and statewide trends. Explore the data at https://t.co/K1z2GuE5em
During MO FACT’s Community Partnership Day, local partnerships come together to highlight how collaboration is helping improve the lives of Missouri children & families in their local communities.
Take a look at this year's Community Partnership Day at https://t.co/CFYxk7ZUFQ
Partnerships from around Missouri are invited to showcase their community work during the Community Partnership Day in the Missouri State Capitol on April 1. Connect with legislators and highlight the projects improving the lives of children and families during #MissouriCPDay2026
Spring break can be a source of stress for parents, whether sending a teen off on a vacation or figuring out a plan for younger kids while away from school. Find helpful tips to make your spring break plan at https://t.co/fBPjIr5dRB
Missouri showed up for kids at Child Advocacy Day 2026. Advocates and partners came together at the Capitol on March 25, 2026 to push for a brighter future for children and families.
Watch below to learn all about #MOCAD26
Through the Kansas City Black History Project 2026, LINC partners with the @ArchivesKc and the @KCLibrary to spotlight six powerful stories and amplify lived experiences that continue to shape communities today. Discover more at https://t.co/C0tzRBld1u
According to the 2025 KIDS COUNT® Data Book from the @AECFNews, Missouri has improved in several key areas since 2019, including a decrease in children living in high-poverty areas and a decrease in teen births. See where Missouri ranks nationwide at https://t.co/107Puu6pNr
Missouri ranks at number 35 nationwide for health in the @AECFNews 2025 KIDS COUNT® Data Book. Take a more detailed look at the areas that have improved and the areas that became worse in Missouri healthcare at https://t.co/107Puu6pNr.
Our nation’s kids and families face many challenges, but the data shows a brighter future is possible. The 2025 KIDS COUNT® Data Book highlights where Missouri is making progress and where more work is needed to give every child a chance to thrive. https://t.co/107Puu6pNr
How is Missouri helping children and families thrive? The 2025 @annieecaseyfdn KIDS COUNT® Data Book highlights state trends in health, education, economic well-being and family and community factors. Explore the data: https://t.co/107Puu5RXT
The 36th annual Annie E. Casey Foundation KIDS COUNT® Data Book is here! Download the report today to view 2025 trends and the national and state data across four domains.
https://t.co/107Puu6pNr
DEADLINE EXTENDED: Schools and nonprofits in Missouri now have until June 13 to apply for funding to serve afterschool meals! Apply here: https://t.co/OJSIFNy9yN
.@NoKidHungryMO is offering schools and nonprofits two fall grant opportunities to increase participation in school breakfast and afterschool meals. Don’t wait, applications close on May 12! Learn more about the qualifications and apply at https://t.co/K1zCDNvuwC.
We had an amazing time at the State Capitol during #CommunityPartnership Day yesterday! Partnerships from around the state were able to network with legislators and share the important work they are doing to support children and families. #CPDay2025