05/29/2026
From entrepreneurship to economic mobility, LIFT-LA is investing in families across Los Angeles.
New LA webpage highlights the parents, partnerships, and community-driven solutions helping families build stability and opportunity.
Explore the new page:
Los Angeles - LIFT
Located in Pico-Union at Magnolia Place, LIFT-LA is part of a vibrant community hub designed to support families holistically. In one of Los Angeles’ most culturally rich neighborhoods, we work alongside partners to ensure families are connected, supported, and positioned for long-term stability.
05/29/2026
A new report reveals the lasting impact of family separations and why connection and support matter now more than ever. No child should face this alone, and no parent should have to choose between safety and staying together.
Over 100,000 Family Separations in Deportation Push, Report Estimates
The Brookings Institution suggests that federal statistics are an undercount because immigrant parents are not being asked about or not disclosing their American children.
05/28/2026
LIFT-NY’s Anthony Barrows and Zaynab Ubaid were honored to attend The New York Women's Foundation's Celebrating Women’s Breakfast!
The room was full to the brim with changemakers, advocates, and leaders committed to advancing equity and opportunity for women, girls, and gender-expansive people across New York. It was an inspiring morning centered on collective power, community, and hope.
05/28/2026
In New York City, parents are leading the way.
Take a look at our newly redesigned LIFT-New York page and explore how families across the city are building stability, opportunity, and long-term economic mobility.
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New York - LIFT
Based in the South Bronx, LIFT-NY is rooted in one of New York City’s most culturally rich and resilient communities. Honoring its deep history of creativity and activism, our work reflects a commitment to families shaping their own paths forward.
05/27/2026
Making it difficult to get assistance with childcare affects everyone, not just parents and children.
With 400K Children on Childcare Assistance Waitlists, Families Are Left Scrambling
New stats reveal that state childcare waitlists are increasing at an alarming rate, leaving low-income families with few options.
05/27/2026
For more than two decades, LIFT-Chicago has partnered with parents across the city as they build stability, pursue their goals, and create brighter futures for their families.
Explore our new Chicago page and learn more about the community, partnerships, and impact driving our work.
Chicago - LIFT
From Uptown to Pilsen to our home in Bronzeville, LIFT-Chicago has always been grounded in community. Today, we’re proud to be based in one of the city’s most historic and culturally significant neighborhoods, reflecting our commitment to families across the South and West Sides.
05/26/2026
Additional cash for families allows parents to provide for their children's needs without having to worry about the financial burden. The Child Tax Credit gives parents that support.
House candidate Jack Schlossberg proposes monthly Child Tax Credit payments - AOL
Schlossberg is set to appear with mom, Caroline Kennedy, on Mother's Day.
05/26/2026
We're asking lawmakers to protect families cut off from SNAP with two programs to provide timely relief to households that have lost this lifeline benefit because of federal changes.
This is our chance to ensure families have food on the table.
https://bit.ly/4aO22fV
05/22/2026
Increased access to education can change a family’s trajectory for generations. It breaks barriers, unlocks opportunity, and strengthens communities.
University of Chicago offers free tuition for families making less than $250,000
University of Chicago will offer free tuition for undergrad students whose families have an annual income of less than $250,000, the school announced.
05/21/2026
Every day, inflation makes food security more and more difficult. Families are often hit the hardest by shortages, and this one is no different. As much as anyone, they need wraparound support and the ability to meet their needs, while maintaining agency.
Long lines, some turned away at LA County food distribution event as inflation rises
The Baldwin Park event ended early after supplies ran out as families faced rising food and gas prices.