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News Coverage on Gubernatorial Candidates
Groundwork Ohio is tracking news coverage of Ohio’s 2026 governor’s race highlighting issues affecting young children and families.
3 days ago
Engaging with Ohio’s Gubernatorial Candidates
As Ohio prepares for the 2026 governor’s race, Groundwork Ohio is engaging every candidate with nonpartisan data, family voices, and research on the needs of the state’s youngest children.
4 days ago
Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Stacy Corll
Stacy Corll, owner of Little Loves Learning Center and a Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow, shares how more than 20 years in early childhood education fuels her advocacy for affordable, high-quality child care and stronger support for families and educators across Ohio.
5 days ago
Groundwork Ohio Applauds Progress for Children in Governor DeWine’s Final State of the State Address
Groundwork Ohio highlights progress in infant mortality and kindergarten readiness following Governor DeWine’s final State of the State.
6 days ago
Partner Spotlight: Cradle Cincinnati
Cradle Cincinnati, a Hamilton County collective impact network, shares how centering Black women’s voices, partnerships, and advocacy is improving maternal and infant health. As participants in Groundwork Ohio’s Maternal & Young Child Health Advisory Council, they’re driving equitable solutions and community-led change.
Mar 3
Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Marisol Torres
As a Program Development Coordinator and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow, this bilingual child care leader shares how nearly 30 years of licensing expertise, lived experience, and a commitment to equity are strengthening Ohio’s early childhood system and expanding access to high-quality programs for underserved families.
Feb 25
Protecting Moms Before Crisis: Prevention, Equity, and Innovation in Columbus and Southeast Ohio
March of Dimes highlights Ohio’s D+ preterm birth grade and how its mobile clinics and prevention efforts in partnership with Ohio Health are expanding maternal health access statewide.
Feb 25
Groundwork Ohio Staff Spotlight: Vanessa Butler
Groundwork Ohio’s Senior Director of Community Relations Vanessa Butler shares her “why,” leadership journey, and commitment to Ohio’s youngest children.
Feb 18
Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Garret Thompson
A single father, parent advocate, and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Family Fellow from Miami County shares how lived experience fuels leadership, advocacy, and policy change for Ohio’s youngest children.
Feb 11
Through the Eyes of a Child: What Our Youngest Children Need Right Now
Groundwork Ohio President & CEO Lynanne Gutierrez writes about what Ohio’s youngest children need right now: stability, safety, and systems that hold steady when families need them most.
Jan 29
Partner Spotlight: HOPE Toledo
HOPE Toledo is building strong early learning foundations for children and families in northwest Ohio through community partnerships, Pre-Kindergarten access, and advocacy.
Jan 28
Groundwork Ohio Staff Spotlight: Malissa Harris
Meet a Groundwork Ohio Policy Associate Malissa Harris and learn what drives her advocacy for child care, families, and the first five years of life.
Jan 21
Family Action Network Spotlight: Holly Unger
Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network member Holly Unger shares how lived experience drives her advocacy for Ohio families, children with disabilities, and early childhood supports.
Jan 15
Get to Know Groundwork Ohio: Elizabeth O’Loughlin, Executive Assistant/Operations Manager
Meet Elizabeth O’Loughlin, Groundwork Ohio's Executive Assistant & Operations Manager, whose work strengthens our mission from the inside out.
Jan 15
Groundwork Ohio Signs On to National Joint Statement on Federal Child Care
Groundwork Ohio joins 45 national organizations urging Congress to protect the Child Care and Development Fund for families and providers.
Jan 14
Ohio Receives Federal Funding Through the Rural Health Transformation Program
Ohio will receive $202M through the Rural Health Transformation Program, creating new opportunities to support rural families, mothers, and young children.
Jan 13
State of Play: Ohio’s Publicly Funded Child Care Program
An update from Groundwork Ohio on Ohio’s publicly funded child care program, including oversight measures, funding status, and expert guidance.
Jan 8
What Ohio Families Need to Know About Changes to the Federal Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Ohio health experts respond to federal changes in the childhood vaccine schedule and provide guidance for families on what to know.
Jan 8
Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Carrie Taylor
As an Early Childhood Mental Health Coordinator, Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Carrie Taylor works alongside families and educators—and is stepping into advocacy to strengthen child care in Ohio.
Jan 6
Groundwork Ohio’s Director of Digital Communications Honored as Woman on the Rise by YWCA Columbus
Groundwork Ohio’s Director of Digital Communications, Marti Ridley, is named a 2026 Women on the Rise honoree by YWCA Columbus.
Dec 18, 2025
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