Groundwork Ohio says final budget offers small wins but warns of looming child care and Medicaid shortfalls that risk young children’s futures.

Ohio lawmakers turned their backs on kids and working families—rejecting needed support in favor of tax breaks for the wealthy.

Hundreds rally at the Ohio Statehouse demanding child care funding and a refundable Child Tax Credit in the state budget.

By Sara Loken, Managing Director of Communications Follow Sara on LinkedIn . Right now, Congress is considering a proposal that would cut...

Ohio families unite on Capitol Hill at Strolling Thunder 2025, advocating for critical support for babies, toddlers, and their families.

Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore $1.3B in early childhood, child care, and family investments cut from the state budget.

Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore key child care, health, and tax credit investments cut from the state’s proposed budget.

Local policymakers should champion child care solutions, driving economic growth and stability for families across Ohio.

Groundwork Ohio urges the Senate to restore key early childhood investments to support families, kids, and economic stability.

Groundwork Ohio’s Women’s Coalition kick-off ignites a movement to uplift women, families, and child care reform across Ohio.

Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore funding for child care, health care, and family support in HB 96 to protect our future.

Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore a refundable Child Tax Credit to support families, workforce stability, and child well-being.

House Bill 141 supports families of medically complex children by creating care centers that provide critical, specialized support.

Ohio’s families and early educators need urgent investment. It’s time for the state budget to reflect our shared values for early learning.

Medicaid is vital for Ohio's moms and kids. Proposed changes could worsen health outcomes—now is the time to act and protect coverage!

Home visiting transformed Tanika Campbell’s postpartum journey. Her story shows why every mom deserves support—no matter her background.

National Home Visiting Week spotlights vital support for Ohio families. Only 8.8% of eligible families are served—let’s invest in more.

Groundwork Ohio joins a new coalition to protect Medicaid—a lifeline for over 3 million Ohioans, including children and families.

Groundwork Ohio advocates in D.C. for tax relief that makes child care affordable for working families. It's time to modernize the CDCTC.

Queens Village Columbus is rewriting the story of Black motherhood through rest, leadership, advocacy, and community care.