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Knowledge Fuels Progress. Sharing Drives Action.
The more we understand the impact of TABOR and funding limits, the better we can advocate for change. Use these tools to spread awareness and push for a stronger Colorado.
Child care funding is at risk.
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Why This Work Matters
Colorado families, child care providers, educators, and communities suffer under a system that prioritizes tax refunds over essential services. By learning and sharing, you help drive real change. Whether you’re a parent, an advocate, or just someone who cares about Colorado’s future—this toolkit is for you.
Toolkit: Ready-to-Share Resources
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What is TABOR & why does it matter? It limits how Colorado collects & spends tax $$—even when communities need it most. This means less funding for childcare, schools & healthcare. 81% of Coloradans support fairer taxes. It’s time to rethink #TABOR! #GOF #childcareforall #COleg #ColoradoThrives
Learn more: GrowingOurFuture.org
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💰 TABOR is costing Colorado BIG. We lose funding for childcare, schools, healthcare & infrastructure—EVEN when we have the funds. The cost? Over $3.5B in lost investments for our communities. It’s time to rethink #TABOR.
Learn more: GrowingOurFuture.org
#COleg #ColoradoThrives #GOF
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Did you know? TABOR limits how Colorado invests in childcare, schools & healthcare—even when funds exist. 📉 This means fewer resources for families & communities. We need a tax system that works for ALL of us! Demand better for Colorado!
Learn more: GrowingOurFuture.org
#TABOR #GOF #Childcareforall
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TABOR is holding Colorado back. With proper funding, we invest in childcare, education & healthcare. 💔 But TABOR forces budget cuts—even when funds exist. We need a tax system that works for ALL of us. It’s time to rethink #TABOR.
Learn more: GrowingOurFuture.org
#ColoradoThrives #ChildcareForAll #COleg #GOF
Library of Resources
Explore, Learn & Share!
- Our resource library form our coalition members is updated every month with the latest reports, fact sheets, and advocacy materials. Stay informed and help spread the word!
- ✅ One-Pagers & Fact Sheets – Quick, digestible info on key issues
✅ Research & Reports – Data-driven insights shaping policy
✅ Advocacy Tools – Shareable content to take action
Featuring this month
Check back often for new materials! Together, we can build a better future for Colorado families.
Affordability of Care in Colorado
Even when a family finds care, cost is still a common issue.
Investing in our Community- Flyer
Why our taxes matter and how TABOR impacts our communities.
Taxes, TABOR, and Budget
We advocate for fair and sustainable tax and budget policies for Coloradans.
MORE RESOURCES
Quality Child Care in Colorado: A Cost Study
In The Know: Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)
Measuring Adequacy: Funding & State Services
Op-Ed: Tightening the budget will have real-life dire consequences for Coloradans
Transforming Childcare
Investing in FFN Childcare: An Economic Paradox
The Power of FFN Providers
Dear Tabor
March 2025 Forecast Five: “No (big TABOR refund) for you!”
2024 TABOR Surplus Dollars: Why they should target low- and middle-income families
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