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The Ripple Effect of H.R. 1: How Federal Cuts Endanger Ohio’s Families and Future
H.R. 1 slashes Medicaid and SNAP, threatening access to health care, nutrition, and stability for Ohio families and communities.
4 days ago
Safe Babies and the Power of Prevention: What We Protect, We Support
By Dominique Johnson, Policy Associate Follow Dominique on LinkedIn . Too many children enter the child welfare system not because...
6 days ago
Budget Summary: What This Means for Ohio’s Youngest Children
Ohio's new budget invests $89.5M in young children but misses key opportunities, risking child care, health, and development progress.
Jul 1
Groundwork Ohio Responds to Final State Budget: Budget Secures Modest Wins, But Fails to Meet the Moment for Ohio’s Youngest
Groundwork Ohio says final budget offers small wins but warns of looming child care and Medicaid shortfalls that risk young children’s futures.
Jul 1
Statement on Ohio's FY2026-2027 Budget
Ohio lawmakers turned their backs on kids and working families—rejecting needed support in favor of tax breaks for the wealthy.
Jun 25
Medicaid Was There When I Needed It Most—Now It's at Risk
Mary Jane shares how Medicaid gave her access to critical care for endometriosis when she needed it most, and why it must be protected.
Jun 23
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.
Jun 5
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.
Jun 5
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
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
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
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
Celebrating The First Annual National Home Visiting Week
National Home Visiting Week spotlights vital support for Ohio families. Only 8.8% of eligible families are served—let’s invest in more.
Apr 24
Championing Black Maternal Health: Breaking Barriers in Mental Health and Prenatal Care
Veranda Rodgers shares how her organization is addressing mental health, equity, and access during Black Maternal Health Week.
Apr 15
Protecting a Lifeline: Groundwork Ohio Joins Coalition to Defend Medicaid for Children and Families
Groundwork Ohio joins a new coalition to protect Medicaid—a lifeline for over 3 million Ohioans, including children and families.
Apr 15
Building a Future Where Black Mothers Thrive: The Work of Queens Village Columbus
Queens Village Columbus is rewriting the story of Black motherhood through rest, leadership, advocacy, and community care.
Apr 8
Recognizing Black Maternal Health Week: Confronting Disparities and Elevating Community Solutions in Ohio
Black Maternal Health Week highlights the urgent need for equity-focused care. Learn what Ohio can do to support Black mothers.
Apr 8
Protecting Ohio’s Children: How You Can Help Prevent Child Abuse
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Learn the signs of abuse and how Ohio’s Children’s Advocacy Centers support victims. #ItsYourBusiness
Mar 31
Understanding Pregnancy-Related Deaths in Ohio
Ohio’s 2020 PAMR report reveals that 66% of pregnancy-related deaths were preventable. Learn why action is needed to save lives.
Mar 26
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