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Groundwork Ohio Calls for Restoration of Critical Early Childhood Investments
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore critical early childhood investments cut from the House budget to support kids & families.
Apr 3


Groundwork Ohio Urges Lawmakers to Restore Critical Early Childhood Investments in House Bill 96
Groundwork Ohio calls on lawmakers to restore early childhood funding in Substitute HB 96, warning of risks to families, workforce, economy.
Apr 3


Celebrating the Week of the Young Child Through Advocacy in Ohio
The Week of the Young Child celebrates early learning & calls for action to support educators & families. Join the movement! #WOYC25
Mar 31


The Child Tax Credit: A Lifeline for Ohio Families
The Child Tax Credit in HB 96 gives Ohio families financial relief, helping them afford rent, child care, and essentials. Learn more!
Mar 19


Expanding Child Care Access in Ohio: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on House Bill 41
HB 41 expands child care access in Ohio through grants & public-private partnerships, ensuring families & businesses can thrive.
Mar 18


Addressing Ohio’s Child Care Crisis: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on House Bill 2
HB 2 tackles Ohio’s child care crisis with public-private solutions, ensuring parents can work & businesses can thrive. Learn more.
Mar 18


Addressing Maternal Mortality in Ohio: A Critical Need for Targeted Solutions
Ohio’s maternal mortality crisis is preventable. Learn how systemic change, home visits & policy reform can save lives. #MaternalHealth
Mar 18


Groundwork Ohio’s Advocacy Day: 400 Advocates, 100 Legislative Meetings, and a Call for Bold Investments
400 advocates rallied at the Ohio Statehouse for child care, a Child Tax Credit & better health outcomes. Read highlights from Advocacy Day!
Mar 13


Supporting Foster and Kinship Families: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on House Bill 7
HB 7 expands child care access for foster & kinship families, ensuring stability for Ohio’s most vulnerable children. Learn more.
Mar 13


Investing in Ohio’s Future: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on House Bill 96
HB 96 expands child care & enacts a Child Tax Credit, strengthening Ohio’s workforce & economy. Groundwork Ohio urges action.
Mar 11


A Bipartisan Opportunity: Enacting a Refundable Child Tax Credit for Ohio Families
Groundwork Ohio champions the proposed refundable Child Tax Credit to support families, strengthen the workforce & boost the economy.
Mar 5


Investing in Ohio’s Families: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on HB 96
Groundwork Ohio testifies in support of HB 96, advocating child care expansion and a Child Tax Credit to strengthen families & the economy.
Feb 27


Why Ohio Needs a Child Tax Credit: Groundwork Ohio’s Testimony on House Bill 96
Groundwork Ohio testifies in support of a Child Tax Credit, a proven tool to help working families, strengthen the economy, & support kids.
Feb 26


Advancing Home Visiting in Ohio: Key Lessons from the National Summit
Collaboration, family-centered care, & funding are key to strengthening home visiting in Ohio. Learn takeaways from the national summit.
Feb 25


Strengthening Families Through Advocacy: Groundwork Ohio’s Commitment to Authentic Engagement
Groundwork Ohio is strengthening family advocacy through ZERO TO THREE’s CoP, ensuring families’ voices shape early childhood policy.
Feb 20


Breaking the Silence: Advocating for Stillbirth Prevention in Ohio
Ohio must do more to prevent stillbirths. Learn how HB4 seeks to raise awareness & drive change for families affected by this tragedy.
Feb 12


Get to Know Groundwork Ohio: Dominique Johnson, Policy Associate
Meet Dominique Johnson, whose lived experience fuels her passion for maternal & child health advocacy.
Feb 11


Groundwork Ohio Releases 2025 Early Childhood Dashboard: A Call for Bold Investments and Parent-Led Solutions
Groundwork Ohio releases 2025 Early Childhood Dashboard - a call for bold investments and parent-led solutions.
Feb 11


Empowering Families: Key Takeaways from the National Head Start Association’s Parent and Family Engagement Conference
Family engagement transforms lives! Learn how Head Start empowers families & why advocacy is key to shaping early childhood policies.
Feb 4


Get to Know Groundwork Ohio: Marti Ridley, Digital Communications Director
Meet Marti Ridley, Digital Communications Director at Groundwork Ohio, connecting families to impactful early childhood policies!
Feb 4
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