“Children don’t vote, so we must do so on their behalf.” WCA Board member, Lisa Kahn, wrote an eloquent op-ed about the importance of educating ourselves about candidates – and then voting for those who will invest in our children and our future. Read More
For more than a century, Westchester Children’s Association has been a leading voice for children in Westchester County. WCA works to push for laws and projects that help children live healthier, more prosperous lives. Read More
Westchester Children’s Association is honored to have been named a 2015 Small Business Awards Winner in the Non-Profit Category. WCA was recognized by 914Inc. magazine for its consistent success and impact on the community. Read More
As a result of advocacy work done by WCA and the Campaign for Kids, the county has agreed to set up a new task force that will evaluate the process by which county funding is allocated to local youth programs. Read More
Although Raise the Age legislation was not passed this session, WCA remains committed to ensuring that New York’s teens receive the rehabilitative supports they need to turn their lives around. Read More
Who is WCA? And what do we actually do? Find out in this video! Our Executive Director, Cora Greenberg, shares about our work advocating for Westchester’s children and youth on LMCTV’s “The Local Live” show. Read More
Voter turnout in Westchester County is chronically quite low. This may be because most community members don’t think their participation in school elections actually matters. But it does. Read more in this op-ed. Read More
Westchester Children’s Association was honored to be featured in an article by Westfair Communications, “Nonprofit marks a century of tracking youths’ needs.” The article highlights our 100-year history of speaking up for Westchester’s children, a journey focused on a single mission — every child healthy, safe, and prepared for life’s challenges. Read More
