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A Seat at the Table: Real Stories Shaping Head Start
Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network brings lived experience to Head Start policy conversations—showing why family voices matter in shaping better outcomes.
6 days ago


Family Voices at the Statehouse: How One Family Found Their Voice
Holly Unger shares how her participation in Groundwork Ohio's Family Voices at the Statehouse in 2022 and her involvement in the Family Action Network sparked her journey into advocacy for children and families in Ohio.
Apr 24


Standing Strong Together: Ohio Head Start and Child Care Advocates Take Their Message to Washington
Ohio Head Start and Groundwork Ohio united in D.C. to advocate for early learning investments amid political uncertainty.
Oct 13, 2025


Stillbirth Prevention Day: Honoring Conta and Every Baby Born in Silence
Ohio marks its first Stillbirth Prevention Day, honoring lost babies and raising awareness for families impacted by stillbirth.
Sep 16, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


We Can’t Afford to Wait: Working Families Rally at Statehouse to Demand Real Relief in State Budget
Hundreds rally at the Ohio Statehouse demanding child care funding and a refundable Child Tax Credit in the state budget.
Jun 18, 2025


Why We Must Protect Medicaid for Ohio’s Children and Families
By Sara Loken, Managing Director of Communications Follow Sara on LinkedIn . Right now, Congress is considering a proposal that would cut...
Jun 16, 2025


Strolling with Purpose: Speaking Up for Ohio’s Littlest Voices
Ohio families unite on Capitol Hill at Strolling Thunder 2025, advocating for critical support for babies, toddlers, and their families.
Jun 10, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025
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