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October 12, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund to Honor Casey Family Programs with Inaugural Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award at November Gala

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), a prominent national advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth, has announced that it will honor Casey Family Programs with its highest accolade, the Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award. The prestigious recognition will be presented during the organization’s upcoming "A National…

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October 12, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The high-profile event, scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre, will serve as a gathering space for national leaders, philanthropists, community organizers, and youth advocates. A central highlight of the evening will be the presentation of CDF’s Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award, an esteemed accolade recognizing individuals and institutions that…

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October 11, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund to Honor Casey Family Programs with Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award at National Gala

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In November 2026, the national child advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) will host its highly anticipated "A National Celebration of Joy," a premier gala established to honor national changemakers, uplift youth advocates, and celebrate the powerful partnerships that drive its decades-long mission for children. The prestigious event, set to take place…

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October 11, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The award presentation will take place this coming November at the historic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C., during the Children’s Defense Fund’s signature gala event, A National Celebration of Joy. The national gathering was established to honor extraordinary changemakers, elevate youth advocates, and celebrate the powerful, collaborative partnerships that drive the organization’s ongoing mission on…

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October 11, 2026· Early Intervention

President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Marks Significant Milestone for Early Childhood Development and Family Support

WASHINGTON, DC — ZERO TO THREE, the nation’s leading early childhood development nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that all infants and toddlers have a strong start in life, has expressed strong encouragement following the release of President Biden’s proposed fiscal year 2025 budget. The organization highlighted that the federal spending blueprint includes essential and much-needed investments…

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October 11, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The national advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) has announced that it will honor Casey Family Programs with its prestigious Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award during an upcoming national gala in the nation’s capital. The award recognizes the Seattle-based organization’s enduring dedication, groundbreaking policies, and impactful programs designed to improve…

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October 10, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund to Honor Casey Family Programs with the Newly Renamed Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The national advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) has announced that it will honor Casey Family Programs with its prestigious Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award this coming November. The high-profile recognition serves to celebrate the nationwide foundation’s decades-long dedication to championing policies, building community power, and advancing programs designed to…

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October 10, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The announcement was formally made by the national advocacy organization as preparations accelerate for "A National Celebration of Joy," a highly anticipated gala scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre. The gala was established specifically to shine a spotlight on national changemakers, dedicated youth advocates, and the powerful coalitions that drive the…

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October 10, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

Children’s Defense Fund to Honor Casey Family Programs with the Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award at November Gala

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), a leading national child advocacy organization, has announced that it will honor Casey Family Programs with its prestigious Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award. The recognition will be presented during the organization’s upcoming "A National Celebration of Joy" gala, scheduled for this November at Washington, D.C.’s…

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October 9, 2026· Child Welfare and Advocacy

CDF to Celebrate ‘A National Celebration of Joy,’ Honor Casey Family Programs for its Work to Advance Child Well-being

The national celebration was established by the Children’s Defense Fund to honor dedicated changemakers, youth advocates, and community leaders while celebrating the vital partnerships that drive the organization’s ongoing work on behalf of children across the United States. The event at the historic Howard Theatre will bring together national leaders, advocates, and philanthropists to spotlight…

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