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Groundwork Ohio Calls on Senate to Restore $1.3B for Kids and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore $1.3B in early childhood, child care, and family investments cut from the state budget.
5 days ago


Groundwork Ohio Testifies on Senate’s Version of Proposed Budget, Urges Restoration of $1.3B for Kids and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore key child care, health, and tax credit investments cut from the state’s proposed budget.
5 days ago


Lift Every Voice, Love Every Child: Celebrating National Black Child Development Week in Ohio
Local policymakers should champion child care solutions, driving economic growth and stability for families across Ohio.
5 days ago


Why Local Policymakers Must Champion Child Care Solutions
Local policymakers should champion child care solutions, driving economic growth and stability for families across Ohio.
May 28


Investing in What Works: Why Programs Like Toledo Day Nursery Deserve Ohio’s Support
Toledo Day Nursery shows what’s possible with strong early learning investments—giving every child a chance to thrive.
May 28


Investing in Ohio’s Future: Restoring Support for Young Children and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges the Senate to restore key early childhood investments to support families, kids, and economic stability.
May 27


Meet the 2026 Early Childhood Fellowship Cohort
Meet the 2026 Fellowship class—Ohio leaders building brighter futures for children through equity, advocacy & collaboration
May 22


Groundwork Ohio Announces 2026 Early Childhood Fellowship Cohort
Groundwork Ohio welcomes 24 new Fellows to its 2026 Early Childhood Fellowship, building advocacy and leadership for Ohio’s youngest kids.
May 22


Breaking the Cycle: Why Economic Stability is the Key to Helping Families Thrive
Growing up in poverty shaped Malissa's story—and fuels a call to invest in child care and support for Ohio families today.
May 20


Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome in Ohio: A Call for Education, Support, and Policy Action
Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome means pairing awareness with real support for Ohio’s families—especially in the earliest days.
May 20


When Women Lead: Reflections from Groundwork Ohio’s Women’s Coalition Kick-off Breakfast
Groundwork Ohio’s Women’s Coalition kick-off ignites a movement to uplift women, families, and child care reform across Ohio.
May 14


Prioritize Kids: Why Ohio’s Budget Must Restore Support for Families, Child Care, and Health
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore funding for child care, health care, and family support in HB 96 to protect our future.
May 14


Restoring the Child Tax Credit: A Bipartisan Opportunity to Support Ohio Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore a refundable Child Tax Credit to support families, workforce stability, and child well-being.
May 14


A Lifeline for Families: Supporting House Bill 141 and Ohio's Medically Complex Children
House Bill 141 supports families of medically complex children by creating care centers that provide critical, specialized support.
May 13


Moms Move Ohio Forward: A Mother’s Day Call to Action
This Mother's Day, honor moms not just with gratitude—but with action to ensure they have the support to survive, work, and thrive.
May 8


Teacher Appreciation Week: It’s Time to Truly Value Early Childhood Educators
This Teacher Appreciation Week, let’s honor early educators with action, not just thanks—and invest in the women powering our economy.
May 5


Get to Know Groundwork Ohio: Mary Jane Sanese, Communications Associate
Meet Mary Jane Sanese, Groundwork Ohio’s new Communications Associate and passionate advocate for early intervention and equity.
May 1


We Say We Value Early Learning, But Will Our State Budget Reflect Our Values?
Ohio’s families and early educators need urgent investment. It’s time for the state budget to reflect our shared values for early learning.
Apr 28


Protect Medicaid: Safeguarding the Health of Ohio’s Mothers and Young Children
Medicaid is vital for Ohio's moms and kids. Proposed changes could worsen health outcomes—now is the time to act and protect coverage!
Apr 28


From Struggle to Strength: How Home Visiting Changed My Postpartum Journey
Home visiting transformed Tanika Campbell’s postpartum journey. Her story shows why every mom deserves support—no matter her background.
Apr 24
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