Welcome to Stand for Children in Massachusetts
Founded in 2003, Massachusetts Stand for Children is a statewide citizen voice for children. Our members' voices are heard in more than 80 communities across the Commonwealth.
PHOTO: Arlington Team Coordinator Mary Cummings with Senator John Kerry at a grassroots event this summer.
Visit Our Ballot Initiative Action Center
Stand for Children opposes Question 1, the reckless ballot initiative that seeks to eliminate the state income tax. If the initiative passes, state revenues could plunge by more than $12.7 billion, resulting in a 40% cut to state revenue.
Get more information and join Stand for Children in opposing Question 1! | |
2008 Campaign for Children
Visit our State Campaigns page to review our 2008 Legislative Agenda, read about our successful Day on the Hill, keep track of our victories and take action to help bring our campaign for children to the finish line!
Readiness Project Report Now Available
Stand for Children congratulates the Leadership Council of the Readiness Project for convening a new public vision for public education in Massachusetts. We appreciate the opportunity to provide input to the Readiness Project vision, and anticipate working actively in the coming months to engage the public in the reforms needed to equip every child for academic, professional, and civic success.
Read the full Readiness Project report: Ready for 21st Century Success: The New Promise of Public Education
Job Opportunities
Stand for Children is now hiring an Office Manager in our state headquarters in Waltham.