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Thank you for joining us to celebrate 20 years of impact!
On October 30, 2024, Groundwork Ohio celebrated a significant milestone in its journey to advance the well-being of Ohio’s youngest children, marking two decades of dedicated advocacy with a special luncheon at the Ohio Statehouse. The event brought together over 200 attendees, including policymakers, business leaders, early childhood professionals, and community advocates, to celebrate the organization’s far-reaching impact on early childhood policies across Ohio.
Founded in 2004, Groundwork Ohio has been a transformative force in promoting equitable access to quality early childhood education, healthcare, and family support. Throughout its 20-year history, the organization has actively engaged with policymakers to drive investments in children from birth to age five, with the goal of improving school readiness and long-term outcomes for Ohio’s youngest residents.
Inaugural Groundbreaker Award
During the luncheon, Groundwork Ohio honored its co-founders,
Marcia Egbert and Margaret Hulbert,
with the inaugural Groundbreaker Awards. These awards celebrated their visionary leadership and the foundation they laid for the organization’s mission.
Shannon Jones Advocacy Impact Fund
During the luncheon, Groundwork Ohio launched the Shannon Jones Advocacy Impact Fund
in honor of Shannon’s nearly eight years of leadership as former President & CEO.
This fund will support continued advocacy efforts, helping Groundwork Ohio to sustain
and expand its impact for years to come.
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