Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children

06/13/2026

SNAP helps PA children and families access the food they need to grow and thrive. 🍎

Since September 2025, when H.R. 1 changes to SNAP took effect, more than 65,000 fewer PA children are enrolled in SNAP, a 9% decrease.

We’re partnering with advocates to hear directly from families impacted by recent SNAP changes. Your experiences can help policymakers understand what families are facing and how SNAP can better support communities across Pennsylvania.

If you receive SNAP benefits, share your story by completing the survey:
https://bit.ly/SNAPSurvey2026

06/12/2026

Coming soon: 🍎

We’re launching a new series highlighting the importance of SNAP and how this critical program supports Pennsylvania children and families.

Follow along each Saturday as we share data, resources, and stories about food access and the impact of SNAP across the Commonwealth.

06/11/2026

Pennsylvania is making progress for children and families, but recent gains could be at risk.

The 2026 Kids Count Data Book ranks Pennsylvania 18th overall in child well-being. PPC President & CEO Kari King shared that improvements in health and insurance coverage have helped drive progress, but federal policy changes could threaten access to programs that help keep children healthy.

“For Pennsylvania's children, about 38% receive their insurance through Medicaid, and as the impacts of H.R. 1 are going to be implemented at the state level, we'll unfortunately see those uninsured rates continue to rise,” King said.

Read more about the data and what it means for PA kids ⬇️
https://app.publicnewsservice.org/story/federal-cuts-threaten-child-well-being-in-pennsylvania-report-says/55b2c549-f2f2-4325-9ee1-649b0cc9330a

Pennsylvania ranked 18th overall in child well-being, according to the 2026 Kids Count Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation but advocates said federal cuts, which have not fully

06/09/2026

📣 NEW FACT SHEET

Kinship care works, but too many Pennsylvania families face unnecessary barriers when stepping up to care for the children they love.

Our latest fact sheet explains how kin‑specific licensing can reduce red tape, better support caregivers, and help keep more children connected to family and community.

With new federal flexibility in place, Pennsylvania has a real opportunity to strengthen families and improve outcomes for kids in care.

👉 Take a look and learn why now is the time for PA to act: https://www.papartnerships.org/report/fact-sheet-empowering-kinship-care-a-clear-path-forward-for-pennsylvania/

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06/08/2026

The 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book is out now! Produced in partnership with the Annie E. Casey Foundation this annual report provides trusted data on how children and families are faring in every state across the country. This year’s enhanced KIDS COUNT index adds scores alongside rankings to better show where progress is happening and where kids need more support. Download the report to explore the latest child well-being data and trends: https://bit.ly/26DataBook-FB

06/05/2026

It’s National Donut Day! 🍩

No need to glaze over the latest updates impacting Pennsylvania kids and families. 😉

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06/04/2026

We can all agree that no child should have to go without health care. But in 2024, more than 48,000 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in PA did not have health insurance, according to a report from Georgetown Center for Children and Families

Health insurance helps young children get the care they need to grow, learn, and thrive—from regular checkups to early screenings and preventive care.

Get the facts at: https://bit.ly/4nZZUbt

06/02/2026

A new Georgetown University Center for Children and Families report shows a troubling trend for young children in PA. More than 48,000 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers were uninsured in PA in 2024, an 8% increase in just two years.

It’s a warning sign. But we can reverse this trend. PA leaders can take action to ensure eligible children can get and keep their health coverage.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4nZZUbt

05/28/2026

How are Pennsylvania’s children and families doing?

Our 2025 State of the Child report takes a closer look at the data behind child well-being across the Commonwealth, from health and education to economic security and early childhood outcomes.

Understanding the challenges and opportunities facing PA kids helps inform policies that better support children and families statewide.

Explore the report ⬇️
https://www.papartnerships.org/report/state-of-the-child-2025/

05/27/2026

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