$682K in expenses

In colorado, stand helped increase implementation funding for the student-focused public school finance formula updated in fy24. In addition, stand protected the budget allocation to the ninth-grade success grant program. Stand colorado also helped secure funding for trauma-informed youth deflection and diversion and secured legislation that requires the development of a pilot program for the use of bodycameras in youth detention facilities. Finally, stand secured passage of legislation to continue the elimination of fines and fees in the juvenile justice system and for improved reporting on restitution data to enhance transparency and accountability.

$277K in expenses

In indiana, stand helped secure legislation that created a task force within the indianapolis public school district charged with generating recommendations on collaborative transportation, facilities and funding solutions between two sectors (ips and charter). Stand also advocated to pass legislation to close the funding disparity between public charter schools and district schools through property tax sharing as well as legislation to improve the use of teacher appreciation grant funds. Lastly, stand helped secure passage of legislation to relaunch indiana's a-f school accounatbility system with updated measures, after a five-year pause on accountability post pandemic.

$276K in expenses

The national program engaged in organizing and advocacy opportunities to promote equitable public education spending, quality public schools, teacher excellence and diversity, early literacy, and high school success. Activities included creating content and graphics for social media channels and other digital platforms, and placing digital ads that raise awareness and provide audiences with opportunities to ACT and make their voices heard on these important issues.

$2.1M in expenses

Stand operated programs in 5 additional states: illinois, arizona, oregon, tennessee, and washington.