UPCOMING EVENTS
Children's Campaign Fund Network
invites you to
Meet the Champions in Spokane!
Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Candidates, retiring champions, advocates, and other dedicated supporters are invited to our first Meet the Champions reception in Spokane! We are excited to celebrate important advocates for children, youth, and families in the state legislature.
Sponsorship Levels
Platinum: $10,000
Gold - $5,000
Silver - $2,500
Host Ticket Levels
Host - $1,000
Co-Host - $500
Supporter - $250
Friend - $100
Contributions are encouraged.
Please mail checks to:
Children's Campaign Fund
2226 Eastlake Ave E #1240
Seattle, WA 98102
Sponsors and hosts have the opportunity to donate to Children's Campaign Fund (CCF) PAC or Children's Campaign Fund Action (CCFA). The CCF PAC is a 527 registered political action committee; contributions are not tax-deductible and are reported to the PDC, as they help us support candidates who will champion issues for children, youth, and families. CCFA is a 501(c)(4) organization; contributions are not tax-deductible and support our lobbying and advocacy efforts.
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
While these events are not hosted by CCF, we are excited to promote them as opportunities to engage with and support the community at large.
Advocate for a Fairer Tax Code
As the Washington State Legislature nears the end of floor action on March 12, lawmakers will soon shift their focus to town halls happening the weekend of March 15. These events provide a critical opportunity to make our voices heard!
Balance Our Tax Code and Invest in Washington Now are mobilizing community members to show up and urge legislators to reject an all-cuts budget and instead prioritize new revenue solutions that safeguard critical investments in children, youth, and families. Ensuring stable funding for education, healthcare, and essential community programs is key to building a stronger, more equitable future for all Washingtonians.
Sign up to attend a town hall near you and access key messaging guides: CLICK HERE
PAST EVENTS
Youth Day of Action 2025
On March 5th, 2025, Children's Campaign Fund Action partnered with Washington Youth Alliance Action Fund, League of Education Voters Foundation, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, and Team Enough for the Youth Day of Action. This annual event is a unique opportunity for young advocates across the state to come together, make their voices heard, and engage directly with legislators on issues that matter to them. Participants have the chance to connect with peers and participate in discussions that empower them to drive change in their communities.
Annual Meet the Candidates Reception
September 4th, 2024
Candidates, retiring champions, advocates, and other dedicated supporters came together for CCF's annual Meet the Candidates reception! At the height of the election season, we were honored to spotlight our endorsed candidates and raise crucial funds to support their elections. We were thrilled to welcome so many passionate supporters and extraordinary candidates who are committed to making a real difference for children, youth and families in Washington. Whether you attended in person or supported from afar, your involvement has helped amplify the voices of candidates who share our vision for a better future.
Our Generous Sponsors: Julia Calhoun, Mary Ann Liebert, Dr. Jay Fathi, Lisa Mennet, Heidi Stolte, Connie Ballmer, Jennifer McCausland & Jeff Christianson, Zan Brookshire & Dr. Bert Green, Yali Lincroft, Kim Parris, Jamie Robinson, Bobbe & Jon Bridge, Linda & Phil Hunter, Andy Clark, Alison Danz, Karl & Michelle Quackenbush
Our Generous Hosts:Ginny English & Stephan Holt, Leslie Gilbertson, Evelyne Rozner, Gayle & Jack Thompson, Mary Ellen Stone, Stand for Children Washington, Rene Murry, Julia Morris, Laura Wells, Bruce & JoAnn Amundson, Patsy Cudaback, Nancy & Chuck Bagley, Janet Levinger & William Poole, Hon. Ruth Kagi, Janis Avery, Susan Weiss, Becky Bogard, Hyeok Kim, Sam Mendez, Amy Mullins, Melinda Mann, Regina Bellody, Hollis Hill, Suzanne Dale Estey
To view the full gallery, click here.
LEAP Tent Event
January 10th, 2024
Date: January 10, 2024 from 9AM-3PM (Speakers begin around 12:30)
Where: North Lawn of the Capitol Campus
Details: Join policymakers and advocates for lunch on the North Lawn of the Capitol under the tent! Learn about how child care affects our state's workforce and economy and what is being done in Washington and other states to address the child care shortage for families. And, join us for lunch from Taqueria la Esquinita Food Truck!
Speakers: Speaker Jinkins, Rep. Senn, Sen. Billig, and Linda Smith (from the Bipartisan Policy Center).
The Legislator Education & Action Project (LEAP) is a collaboration between the Association of Washington Business Institute and the Children's Campaign Fund Action.
No registration needed. If you'd like a table for the event, please contact Kelly Edens, kelly@childrenscampaignfund.org, or Amy Anderson, amy@awb.org.
LEAP Bus Tour
July 31 - August 4th, 2023
Through the Legislator Education and Action Program (LEAP) developed by The Association of Washington Institute (AWBi) and the Children’s Campaign Fund Action (CCFA), the two organizations are embarking on a statewide tour to promote education of and provide information about early learning and childcare.
Beginning Monday July 31st and ending Friday August 4th, we will be stopping at a center in each area for a mini-rally and host a roundtable discussion at an alternate location. Below is the schedule:
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Monday July 31st - Olympia, Tacoma, Seattle
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Tuesday August 1st - Mt. Vernon, Wenatchee
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Wednesday August 2nd - Spokane, Walla Walla
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Thursday August 3rd - Richland, Yakima
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Friday August 4th - Vancouver
The goal of the bus tour is to provide elected officials, policy makers, and stakeholders with information about early learning and childcare so that they will be better informed in the policy making process moving forward. We will also hold regional meetings in some of the areas to gather information about the state of childcare in our state and develop a report after the tour.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: CCF EVENTS
[IN-PERSON EVENT/NORTH SEATTLE]
3rd Annual
Champions for Children, Youth and Families Awards
Sunday, May 21, 2023
The Children's Campaign Fund celebrated key policy wins and legislators who went above and beyond in their commitments to kids during session. This was a wonderful event that raised crucial funds for our electoral work.
[IN-PERSON EVENT/NORTH SEATTLE]
Annual Meet the Candidates Reception
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Candidates, retiring champions, advocates, and other dedicated supporters came together for the Children Campaign Fund's first in person event in over three years! At the height of the election season, we were honored to spotlight our endorsed candidates and raise crucial funds to support their elections. This was an unforgettable afternoon of making connections and taking action on behalf of Washington's children, youth, and families.
[VIRTUAL EVENT]
2nd Annual
Champions for Children, Youth and Families Awards
May 15, 2022
We kicked off the 2022 election cycle with our inspiring 2nd annual awards celebration. It was an honor to be joined LIVE by so many of this year's award winners as we recognized their leadership and commitment to kids. We also reflected on the powerful legacies of our retiring champions with a special Lifetime Impact recognition. This was a beautiful afternoon for our community to come together, show appreciation for our state's biggest champions, and invest in electing champions for children, youth, and families.
[VIRTUAL EVENT]
Redistricting and Representation:
Building Political Power for Children, Youth, and Families
December 7, 2021
During this powerful virtual event, we explored the potential impacts of redistricting, what’s at stake, and what we ALL can do as we fight to sustain historic policy wins and build political power for children, youth, and families during next year’s midterms...and beyond.
[VIDEO SERIES]
The Future for Kids in the Emerald City: a Seattle Mayoral Race Virtual Forum
Launched June 28, 2021
In partnership, the Children’s Campaign Fund (CCF) and Save the Children Action Network (SCAN) produced a dynamic six-part video series to highlight candidates in the Seattle mayoral race (primary election) and their positions on key issues impacting children, youth, and families. The videos are available for free to watch on demand, and launched the week of June 28.
[VIRTUAL EVENT]
2021 Champions for Children, Youth and Families Awards
May 15, 2021
We were proud to host CCF's 1st Annual Champions for Children, Youth and Families Awards! We were thrilled to recognize and celebrate Washington's elected leaders who went above and beyond in their commitments to kids and youth during the legislative session. One of our biggest fundraising events of the year, this was a chance for our community to show appreciation for our state's leaders and invest in electing champions for children and families.