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STEP UP for WESTCHESTER'S KIDS
September 28th - October 5th
One week to make kids a county priority |
Dear Child Advocate...
We thought you would want to know that 2009 Census figures released today show that 12.2% (or 27,637) of Westchester's children under 18 years lived at the federal poverty level and 25.2% (or 57,347) lived at twice the federal poverty level... That's $44,100 for a family of four.
Now more than ever, children need our help!
Thousands of Westchester's children depend on our County's help for early childhood education, healthcare, job training, and other services. These investments have a big payoff for youngsters themselves and for our entire Westchester community.
Yet Westchester's positive investments in children are threatened with steep cuts in the 2011 budget.
You can help Westchester County make the right budget choices. Join us to make Westchester's children a priority in the 2011 County budget.
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Use our e-mail tool to send this message:
There are now 27,637 children living in poverty in Westchester County. We want County government to use our tax dollars for services that work for children and youth. Make smart budget choices so County government can continue to be part of the solution.
 Call County Executive, Rob Astorino on
October 5th - NATIONAL STEP UP FOR KIDS DAY
Call the County Executive at (914) 995-2911 and tell him:
Today is Step Up for Kids Day! I want the County Executive to use my tax dollars for services that work for children and youth. Make smart budget choices so County government can continue to be part of the solution. Don't throw the babies out with the bath water!
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Westchester Children's Association works to ensure that every child in Westchester grows up to be
healthy, safe, and prepared for life's challenges.
You can help.
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Westchester Children's Association 470 Mamaroneck Ave, Suite 304 White Plains, NY 10605 914.946.7676
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