Childhood poverty is a serious nationwide issue. Without adequate and appropriate clothing, children face unfair barriers and participate in life on an unequal playing field. That’s why Cradles to Crayons aims to provide children from birth through age 12 with the everyday essentials they need to thrive — at home, at school, and at play. With us this morning to talk more about Cradles to Crayons is Dawn Melchiorre, the Executive Director of the organization’s Chicago Chapter.

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