Have a Heart: Invest in Kids!
Tell Lawmakers to Have a Heart for Kids!
Advocates like you are the true leaders behind all we do for kids.
Our annual Have a Heart Campaign tackles some of the most pressing challenges facing children. As Congress and state legislatures convene, they’ll have the opportunity to invest in kids’ futures — and they need to hear from YOU.
This Valentine’s Day, tell lawmakers to have a heart and fund early childhood education programs so more kids across your state — and the nation — grow up nourished and learning!
Learn More
The Basics of Early Childhood Education
Four Fun Ways to Take Action
Step 1: Get Creative for Kids
Create your valentines with a student club, family and friends, at a community event or on your own — either way, you’re making a big impact.
To Use Ours
Reach out to your state’s SCAN staff to receive our pre-printed postcards — or download your own in English or in Bilingual.
Decorate the front with markers and stickers, then leave a note for your lawmaker on the back. For inspiration, check out our sample message below.
To Make Your Own
Have a few extra minutes to make a difference?
Nothing says “have a heart” like some homemade valentines. Grab some markers, scissors, stickers and craft paper to make your own!
Don’t forget to include a message like:
- Have a heart. Invest in kids!
- Don’t break my heart — invest in kids!
- Show kids you care this Valentine’s Day.
- Roses are red, violets are blue. Invest in kids, and voters will love you!
Step 2: Send Your ValentineYou can mail your valentines or deliver them in person — don’t forget to take a picture first! 1. Check who your lawmakers are |
Step 3: Amplify Your ValentineYour advocacy is inspiring. Share on social media with #InvestInKids to spread the message — and tag us, too! For tips, check out our Social Media toolkit!
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Step 4: Enter a PollPost photos of your favorite valentines with #InvestInKids to enter a friendly Instagram poll on Save the Children’s Instagram page. Voters will choose the ones that stand out — then, the winner will be featured in a special highlight post across our social media pages! Find @savethechildren on Instagram.
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