FaithActs for Education

Attending board of education meetings is one of the most powerful ways to stay informed and hold the people who make decisions about your children's education accountable. Did you know that decisions about everything from classroom resources to district policies are made during board of education (BOE) meetings? That's why it's so important to attend so you can make your voice heard. ?? Save this post and share it with fellow parents, caretakers, and anyone you know who cares about the future of our children's education in Connecticut.

2025 marks our 10th anniversary – a decade of building power through community organizing and civic engagement. As we celebrate this milestone, we invite YOU to help us write the next chapter. Together, we can make our second decade even stronger. Here’s how you can make an impact: ?? $10: Become a Faith Builder ?? $100: Become a Hope Builder ?? $1,000: Become a Power Builder Every gift helps us sustain our mission of creating lasting change in education and our communities. Swipe to learn more about each giving level and donate at faithacts.org/donate

Meet the FaithAct’s leadership team demanding an equitable education for all of Connecticut’s children?: ?? Pastor William McCullough, Founder & Senior Advisor ?? Jamilah Prince-Stewart, Executive Director ?? Duanecia Clark, Executive Vice President of Strategy & Communications ?? Edisha Brandy, Executive Vice President, Operations and Finance Together, they’re driving transformative change, advocating for policies, and working directly with communities to close educational gaps. Visit faithacts.org to learn more about each FaithActs leadership team member and the impact we're making to get our children the education they deserve across Connecticut.

As the results of the presidential and local elections are finalized, we’re reminded that our work as community organizers and people of faith transcends any single election or elected official. Now, the real work begins – organizing our communities and holding all elected officials accountable to serve the needs of everyone, not just a few. https://lnkd.in/e97gV9hQ

An important message from our Founding Executive Director, Jamilah Prince-Stewart. Additionally, the FaithActs staff is taking a sacred pause from November 5-8, to rest & reflect after our 2024 Faith Votes campaign. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28 At FaithActs, we know that rest isn’t just a break—it’s how we build sustainable change. Back to the work on November 11th! God bless ??????

?? We’re only 5 days away from the presidential election. Every single vote counts. Never underestimate your power! Make a plan to show up for our community at the polls. At FaithActs, we’re gearing up for the day and dedicated to ensuring that all voters in Bridgeport, New Haven, and Hartford have the resources they need to show up to the polls. This includes providing free rides to the poll and setting up stations in New Haven on Election Day. Stay tuned for more information and commit to vote today at faithacts.org/vote and be the change.

Many misconceptions about voting can keep people from the polls—from "my vote doesn’t count" to “I missed the deadline to register, so I can’t vote." But, we are setting the record straight by debunking these common misconceptions. By dispelling these voting myths, more people can be encouraged to participate in the electoral process, ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard.

Voting is more than just a civic duty—it’s a moral responsibility. When we vote, we actively contribute to justice, equality, and the progress of our communities. Our ballots shape the future of education, healthcare, and so much more, making a direct impact on the next generation. Your voice matters. Use it in the upcoming presidential election. Commit to vote today at faithacts.org/vote and be part of the change.

?? We’re only 11 days away from the presidential election. Your vote is your voice, and every election is a chance to speak up about the issues that matter to you. When we don’t show up, decisions get made for us, not with us. At FaithActs, we’re gearing up for the day and dedicated to ensuring that all voters in Bridgeport, New Haven, and Hartford have the resources they need to show up to the polls. This includes providing free rides to the poll and setting up stations in Bridgeport on Election Day. Stay tuned for more information and commit to vote today at faithacts.org/vote and be the change.

Our Executive Vice President of Strategy and Communications, Duanecia Clark was interviewed by the Community Leadership Program sharing her experience as a member of Cohort 21 with the William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund—a funder of FaithActs. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3zXAbf7