Children's Law Center

06/14/2026

Happy National Children’s Day! Today is an opportunity to embrace your inner child, while also recognizing our shared responsibility to ensure every child has the support, care and opportunities they need to thrive. At Children’s Law Center, children and families are at the center of everything we do and why we continue advocating for a future where every child can succeed🌟

06/09/2026

Congratulations to Children's Law Center's Chief Systemic Advocacy Officer Sharra E. Greer who was elected to the District of Columbia Bar Board of Governors! She will be an incredible addition to the Board, bringing her years of experience in legal services, policy advocacy and a deep commitment to access to justice and pro bono. We look forward to her strategic leadership in advancing the D.C. Bar's mission and championing excellence across our entire legal community.

D.C. Bar members have elected Josh Mogil, an attorney at WilmerHale, to serve as president-elect for the 2026–2027 term. Mogil will serve in that position for one year beginning July 1 and will assume the presidency of the D.C. Bar in 2027.

Thank you to all who voted and congratulations to the Bar’s new set of leaders!

Complete election results are available on the D.C. Bar website: https://bit.ly/4uXwZan

06/04/2026

Congratulations to our CEO, Judith Sandalow, who recently received an honorary degree from her alma mater, Swarthmore College🎓 She used her time at the podium to explain how the choices we’ve made as a country over the past 50 years have led to our extreme income and opportunity gaps. She then pointed out the good news – that those past decisions were choices. Their generation can choose to create a different, more equitable future.

She joined outgoing American University president Jonathan Alger; award-winning actor, playwright, producer and director Colman Domingo; and environmental educator Talia Young who also received honorary degrees. Each brought incredibly different life experiences to the podium, but collectively spoke to how we work together to improve our communities and build a better world.

06/01/2026

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported and seen for who they are. At Children's Law Center, we're committed to helping build a DC where all young people can thrive—free from discrimination and with the opportunities they need to reach their full potential.

This month and every month, we stand with and celebrate our LGBTQIA+ youth and families in our community and beyond. 🏳️‍🌈

06/01/2026

Congratulations to our friends at Morgan Stanley on their very first win! 🏆

This exciting milestone reflects Morgan Stanley’s thoughtful and wide-ranging approach to philanthropy, as well as their strong commitment to supporting children and families. Their creativity, enthusiasm and teamwork stood out throughout the campaign—and their step challenge truly out paced the competition.

We’re proud to recognize Morgan Stanley for this well-earned achievement and grateful for their partnership, which is helping expand opportunity and strengthen outcomes across our community.

Read about our 2025 Champions for Children Campaign: https://ow.ly/Y2Iw50Z6ifv

05/29/2026

For the fourth time, we’re honoring DLA Piper as a 2025 Champion for Children!🏆

This recognition highlights their powerful advocacy, generous financial support and deep commitment to expanding access to justice. Through their charitable and pro bono efforts, DLA Piper continues to stand with us in creating brighter futures for children.

Read about our 2025 Champions for Children Campaign: https://ow.ly/yRFL50Z5GgF

05/28/2026

This week, City Cast DC Reporter Emma Uber published an important story about what’s at stake for students, families and schools if cuts to youth behavioral health services are not reversed in this year’s budget.

We are grateful that The Council of the District of Columbia has been able to restore some funding and has worked to minimize disruption to schools – yet we remain concerned that there won’t be enough funding to ensure all students can access the care and support they need.

Read more:

Under the proposed budget, D.C.'s sole mental health crisis team for kids would be shuttered — part of a broader slate of cuts that would also phase out the city’s contracts with a network of community-based organizations providing clinicians to D.C. schools.

05/28/2026

We are thrilled to recognize Miller& Chevalier LLP as a 2025 Champion for Children for the seventh consecutive year🏆

Their unwavering support shines through both impactful fundraising and dedicated pro bono work, reflecting the strength of their partnership and their efforts to increase critical legal support for DC children and families in housing, health and education.

Read about our 2025 Champions for Children Campaign: https://ow.ly/ygQq50Z5eac

05/27/2026

Huge congratulations to Mayer Brown for being named a 2025 Champion for Children! 🏆

This marks their ninth win - an incredible testament to their longstanding commitment to Children’s Law Center and our mission. We were so impressed by their talent show last year, and just as inspired by their exceptional fundraising efforts.

We’re proud to recognize Mayer Brown’s investment of both pro bono expertise and financial support, helping children and families take on complex challenges - including expanding access to education for thousands of students with disabilities.

Read about our 2025 Champions for Children Campaign: https://ow.ly/guC250Z4O3b