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@LIFTCommunities

LIFT is a national nonprofit that invests in parents to break the cycle of poverty. We operate sites in Chicago, D.C., Los Angeles, and New York City.

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LIFT's CEO Michelle Rhone-Collins is now on sabbatical thru Feburary!

At LIFT, we understand that rest is not work's adversary; rest is work's partner.

Read Michelle's announcement on how rest is an act of resistance and essential for creating change.⤵️ bit.ly/46n6Eph

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is holding their Holiday Drive until December 6th! Help provide warm winter clothing and toys to LIFT-NY families!

Donate today!

Amazon Wish List-bit.ly/40MwUrW

#LIFTNY is holding their Holiday Drive until December 6th! Help provide warm winter clothing and toys to LIFT-NY families! Donate today! Amazon Wish List-bit.ly/40MwUrW
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This December is hosting their annual Winter Distribution where
Chicago families come together in community and leave with coats, winter gear, and toys!

Visit their Amazon Wish List to support LIFT-Chicago's work this holiday season! bit.ly/49yJXRX

This December #LIFTChicago is hosting their annual Winter Distribution where Chicago families come together in community and leave with coats, winter gear, and toys! Visit their Amazon Wish List to support LIFT-Chicago's work this holiday season! bit.ly/49yJXRX
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.IWPR on how to close gaps for

'Understanding student parents’ needs and supporting them cannot be an afterthought. There is a critical role for institutions as well as policymakers to play, and we need engagement at all levels.'⤵️ bit.ly/46q8VQI

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'Beloved community is formed not by the eradication of difference but by its affirmation, by each of us claiming the identities and cultural legacies that shape who we are and how we live in the world.' - bell hooks

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Join Us in Making a Difference this Winter Season!

Support 's Holiday Fundraiser!

LINK TO Amazon WISHLIST: amzn.to/3ugRDbj

Join Us in Making a Difference this Winter Season! Support #LIFTDC's Holiday Fundraiser! LINK TO Amazon WISHLIST: amzn.to/3ugRDbj
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LIFT is proud to partner w/Office of Head Start and the NCPFCE to release the new Family Economic Mobility Toolkit!

LIFT serves as the FEM subject matter expert and worked alongside NCPFCE to reimagine and strengthen the Toolkit

Learn more and access the kit!⤵️ bit.ly/40zJzyt

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In Stephanie Land's second memoir, Class, she shows how low-income families deserve dignity, respect, and opportunities to learn and grow. And how support for , can be a game changer.

Check out her interview w/ Inside Higher Ed⤵️
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Partnering w/DC Department of Human Services, is promoting a family-centered approach to social service delivery. Directly informed by LIFT's model, TANF case workers are transitioning from case management to holistic, economic mobility coaching! bit.ly/3ubG4Cf

Partnering w/@DCHumanServ, #LIFTDC is promoting a family-centered approach to social service delivery. Directly informed by LIFT's model, TANF case workers are transitioning from case management to holistic, #2Gen economic mobility coaching! bit.ly/3ubG4Cf #LIFT25for25
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Wishing all in the LIFT community who celebrate a Happy Diwali!

May the festival of lights bring you joy, peace, and prosperity.

Wishing all in the LIFT community who celebrate a Happy Diwali! May the festival of lights bring you joy, peace, and prosperity.
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LIFT recognizes all of our veterans who have served.

We are thankful to all those who fight to protect innocent families and children worldwide.

LIFT recognizes all of our veterans who have served. We are thankful to all those who fight to protect innocent families and children worldwide. #VeteransDay
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Diverse representation is vital to creating equitable solutions across industries. At LIFT we are committed to expanding , Equity and Inclusion but know it is a journey, not a destination.

Let us know what you'd like to see in our efforts!

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-Chicago's Samantha Siers was featured on the The Viva la Mami Podcast to give her insights on how to become an agent of change, raise children through the lens of a social justice, and how to instill kindness in children.

Check it out! bit.ly/47uJlLf

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Over 40 million Americans carry student loan debt, totaling more than $1.7 trillion, and disproportionally affecting families of color

Annie E. Casey Foundation breaks down the history of student loans and what we can do about crisis.⤵️

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🎉Exciting News! is proud to introduce Azlina Wetmore as their new Board Chair!

Azlina has been instrumental in growing our network of supporters and her of experience and passion makes her a perfect fit!



Read Azlina's story: bit.ly/3MBUsdj

🎉Exciting News! #LIFTNY is proud to introduce Azlina Wetmore as their new Board Chair! Azlina has been instrumental in growing our network of supporters and her of experience and passion makes her a perfect fit! #LIFT25for25 Read Azlina's story: bit.ly/3MBUsdj
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Congrats to AmeriCorps for 30 years! AmeriCorps is vital to nonprofits across the country, including LIFT!

AmeriCorps is an integral part of LIFT history and we are excited to see how you will continue to grow!

Here's a group AmeriCorp Members at our 2014 Fellows Convening!

Congrats to @AmeriCorps for 30 years! AmeriCorps is vital to nonprofits across the country, including LIFT! AmeriCorps is an integral part of LIFT history and we are excited to see how you will continue to grow! Here's a group AmeriCorp Members at our 2014 Fellows Convening!
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Poverty is a policy choice!

We need to send a clear message that any tax package MUST include support for expanded .

Call your Member of Congress TODAY and demand they reduce child poverty and improve the lives of millions of families.⤵️ bit.ly/3u8Piz1

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We admire organizations that stand up for families and fight for equity. Thanks to Robin Hood and Communities Resist for helping NYC tenants access the legal help they need to keep their homes.

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.textbento pilot programs have been helping food-insecure families access healthy meals w/respect and dignity. Healthy food is just a text away!

“It just feels good knowing that you’re around family and you don’t have to be stressing out over food.” ⤵️ bit.ly/3Snbdwo

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