On Groundwork Ohio’s Lorain County Roadshow stop, families, providers, and leaders shared what young children need to thrive.

Ohio’s prevention-focused Safe Babies approach took center stage at the 20th Annual Safe Babies Cross Sites Convening.

Groundwork Ohio and the Ohio Chamber of Commerce are highlighting how Ohio businesses like Illuminate USA are advancing child care solutions in Business Innovation in Child Care: Case Studies Across Ohio.

Groundwork Ohio's Early Childhood Leadership Fellowship graduation marks more than the completion of a program—it is an investment in a stronger future for Ohio’s youngest children.

Georgetown University’s new resource explains why Medicaid is critical to supporting early childhood educators, children, and families in Ohio.

Groundwork Ohio's Roadshow 2026 kicked off in Wayne and Holmes counties, hearing from families, providers, employers, and community leaders to inform Ohio's next state budget.

A recent The Columbus Dispatch op-ed by Groundwork Ohio and the Ohio Chamber of Commerce explores why investing in child care is critical to Ohio's families, businesses, and economy.

Kindergarten readiness gives Ohio children a four-year head start—setting the foundation for lifelong learning and success.

Learn how Invest in Children supports young children, families, and early childhood professionals across Cuyahoga County.

Learn how Medicaid strengthens the health of Ohio's moms, babies, and young children through investments that support healthy starts.

Meet Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Brandy Scheetz and learn how she's advocating for affordable child care and stronger communities.

The Ohio Department of Medicaid released new DC:0–5 Medicaid guidance to improve diagnosis, billing, and access to developmentally appropriate mental health care for young children.

Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Shashi DeHaan shares how timely mental health support strengthens families and improves outcomes for young children.

Groundwork Ohio and the Ohio Chamber of Commerce's Business Innovation in Child Care: Case Studies Across Ohio highlights First Federal Savings.

New baby? Learn about Trump Accounts, a new federal program that may provide eligible children with a $1,000 investment account.

Ohio's Child Care Cred program is receiving statewide attention as employers, policymakers, and advocates work together to expand access to affordable child care. Groundwork Ohio's research, business resources, and employer partnerships continue to demonstrate why child care is a critical workforce and economic issue.

Groundwork Ohio promotes Caitlin Feasby to Managing Director of Policy, strengthening advocacy for young children and families.

Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network Member Ashley Flinn shares how lived experience inspires advocacy for trauma-informed care and stronger support for Ohio families.

Tiara Anderson, a Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network member, shares why affordable child care is essential for Ohio families and economic stability.

Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Fellow Linda Rowlett shares how her work in infant and early childhood mental health, personal experiences, and commitment to advocacy are shaping her leadership journey through Groundwork Ohio's Early Childhood Leadership Fellowship.