Texas
Established in 1999, CDF-Texas has connected more than one million children and youth to affordable health care, supported Texas youth in pursuing education and personal growth, and advocated for resources that nurture the next generation of leaders. Today, we advocate for policies benefiting Texas families, provide essential resources, and amplify the voices of youth, families, and communities.
Freedom to Learn
Texas students deserve access to diverse books that reflect their experiences, teach them about other cultures, and inspire them to become future leaders.
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Our State Our Stage
We welcomed young Texas artists to the Capitol for a day of art, community, and youth power. Young Texans used their art to show our lawmakers: we’re here and we’re ready to fight for the Texas we want and deserve.
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Student Advocacy Guide
Young Texans across the state are fighting back to make sure schools do right by their students. We made this guide to help you do the same.
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You Run Your Schoolboard
Local school boards hold influence over issues that matter to you. Your trustees represent you, giving students the power to drive change on topics like racial justice, health, gun violence prevention, and more.
Learn MorePolicy Priorities in Texas
Learn more about Texas’ policy priorities
Learn MoreNews from CDF Texas
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Immigration
Tell City Officials in Austin: Protect and Support Families
A recent 911 call in Austin led to the arrest, detention, and deportation of a U.S. citizen child. This incident underscores how collaboration between the Austin Police Department (APD) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is putting children and families at risk and eroding public trust. …
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Family Detention: Realities and Resistance under Trump 2.0
On Tuesday, November 18 at 5 pm ET/ 4 pm CT/ 2 pm PT, the National Coalition to End Family and Child Detention invites you to join us for an interactive webinar.…
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Immigration
Tell Congress: End Family Detention Now!
As a result of the huge budget cuts Congress made to life-saving programs like Medicaid and SNAP in its budget reconciliation bill this summer, millions of Americans are losing access to healthcare and nutrition assistance. …
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Service Announcements
CDF-Texas to Honor State Leaders, Uplift Advocates Advancing Youth Well-Being
This year’s ‘A Celebration of Joy: Through Their Eyes’ highlights the shared commitment of CDF-Texas, youth advocates, and lawmakers to improving the well-being of children across the Lone Star State.…
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Stay Connected with Texas
Bellaire/Houston Office
2617 Bissonnet, Suite 215 Houston, TX 77005 p: (713) 664-4080
Rio Grande Valley Office
113 Pecan Blvd., Room 109 McAllen, TX 78501 p: (956) 687-5437
East Texas Office
5610 Old Bullard Road, Suite 202 Tyler, TX 75703 p: (903) 253-8325
Austin Office
6100 Berkman Dr Austin, TX 78723 p: (512) 333-4961