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A divided Congress, the debt ceiling showdown, and proposed budget cuts make this year’s federal appropriations process more difficult and complicated. But these challenging dynamics also mean that it is essential to educate Members of Congress about the needs of children, youth, and families experiencing homelessness, and the programs that serve them. Key deadlines are approaching, and we need all hands on deck! This webinar will provide:

• An update on the current federal budget climate and its implications for child and youth homelessness programs
• Step-by-step information for how to advocate for RHYA and EHCY funding (including sustaining ARP-HCY levels) and how to request Community Project Funding/Congressional Directed Funding (the rebranded “earmarks”) for specific local programs and projects
• Tips for using a new searchable database to educate Members of Congress on child and youth homelessness in their states and Congressional districts