Children’s Defense Fund

Minnesota KIDS COUNT is a project of the Children’s Defense Fund Minnesota. Minnesota KIDS COUNT releases periodic reports and an annual data book to provide a statistical profile of Minnesota’s children and suggestions for action on their behalf. This data book was made possible through funds provided by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Any or all portions of this report may be reproduced without prior permission, provided the source is cited. Additional copies of this book are available for $15, including postage and handling, from: Children’s Defense Fund Minnesot