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Resources for Advocates

Data, coalitions, policy tools, and research organizations working to build an equitable early childhood system in DC. Everything you need to testify, organize, and drive change — from ward-level data to federal legislation.

25
Verified Resources
for advocates
$216M
Secured by Under 3 DC
in funding wins
60+
DC KIDS COUNT Indicators
ward-level data
B-3
Birth-to-Three For All DC
landmark law
8
DC Wards — ward-level research
available now
Under 3 DCCoalition
DC Kids CountData
NBCDIBlack-Led
ZeroToThreePolicy
SCF's Role in Advocacy
Advocates turn data into change.

Southeast Children's Fund believes that community voices — grounded in data and lived experience — are the most powerful force for change in DC's early childhood system. For 30 years, SCF has worked alongside advocates to document need, share evidence, and push for equitable investment east of the Anacostia River.

This resource collection supports advocates, policy practitioners, community organizers, and researchers working to strengthen DC's early childhood ecosystem. From real-time coalition tools and DC ward-level data to national policy briefings and testimonial support, these resources are curated to help you show up informed and ready to lead change at every level — ward council, DC Council, and Congress.

Data & Research
Ward-level indicators, DC Kids Count, and early childhood disparity data
Coalitions & Organizing
Join DC coalitions and national networks fighting for children and families
Policy & Legislative Tools
Testimony guides, bill tracking, federal advocacy platforms, and briefing resources

Join Under 3 DC
DC's leading early childhood coalition — parents, educators, advocates, and nonprofits fighting for Birth-to-Three full funding. Contact Travis Ballie at tballie@dckids.org.
Get Involved
Explore the State of ECE
SCF's interactive ward-level data dashboard — child poverty, childcare slots, reading proficiency, and maternal health by DC ward.
View Dashboard
Partner with SCF
Advocacy organizations, researchers, and funders interested in contributing resources or collaborating are encouraged to connect with SCF.
Connect With SCF