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Fight Crime: Invest in Kids

Thousands of police chiefs, sheriffs, prosecutors, and violence survivors protecting public safety by promoting solutions that steer kids away from crime

Founded in 1996, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids takes a hard-nosed look at the strategies proven to reduce crime. Armed with research, our more than 5,000 members make the case for solutions that cut crime and put kids on the path to productive lives.

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February 17, 2022

Preschool Key to Boosting School Success and Enhancing Public Safety

The nation could realize billions in societal benefits by increasing access to high-quality preschool programs

Brief

  1. May 23, 2023

    Prosecuting Attorney Advocates for ECE Programs in New Congressional Testimony

    Blog | Announcement

  2. May 17, 2023

    High-Quality Early Care & Education: Cost-Effective Crime Prevention for Louisiana

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  3. May 2, 2023

    Law Enforcement Leaders Highlight Importance of Quality Early Childhood Teachers in California

    Event | Event

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Featured Members

The 2022 Champion for Kids Award

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  1. Mike Brown

    Chief of Police, Salt Lake City, UT

  2. Susan Manheimer

    Former Interim Chief of Police, Oakland Police Department

  3. Joe L. Garza

    Chief of Police, Reedley Police Department

Latest News from Fight Crime: Invest in Kids

  1. May 23, 2023

    Prosecuting Attorney Advocates for ECE Programs in New Congressional Testimony

  2. May 2, 2023

    Law Enforcement Leaders Highlight Importance of Quality Early Childhood Teachers in California

  3. March 31, 2023 (Tallahassee Democrat)

    Florida legislators: Do right and invest in early childhood education

  4. March 29, 2023 (Appleton Post Crescent)

    The new Wisconsin family? 1.7 kids, no picket fence and child care costs more than college

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From Risk to Opportunity: Afterschool Programs Keep Kids Safe

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