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Family Action Network Spotlight: Shelley Hill
Groundwork Ohio Family Action Network Member Shelley Hill turns her love for her children into advocacy, sharing how storytelling drives change for Ohio families.
Oct 29, 2025


Momentum 2025 Brings Together Ohio Leaders to Advance Early Childhood Advocacy and Honor Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine
More than 200 advocates united at Groundwork Ohio's Momentum 2025 to build a stronger future for Ohio’s youngest children and families.
Oct 29, 2025


Groundwork Ohio Testifies in Support of WIN Child Care Pilot Program to Build a Stronger Child Care Workforce
Groundwork Ohio supports House Bill 484 to make child care more affordable for the educators who make it possible.
Oct 28, 2025


Groundwork Ohio Honors Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine with “Belief in Every Child Award” at 2025 Momentum Institute
Groundwork Ohio honored Governor Mike and First Lady Fran DeWine for their lifelong commitment to Ohio’s children and families.
Oct 23, 2025


Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Katie Back
Meet Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Katie Back, a case manager dedicated to supporting families and building community.
Oct 21, 2025


Honoring the Life and Legacy of Lori Jarvis
Groundwork Ohio honors the life and legacy of Lori Jarvis, a devoted mother and fearless family advocate.
Oct 20, 2025


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


Partner Spotlight: 4C for Children
4C for Children empowers caregivers and families through education, advocacy, and partnerships that strengthen Ohio’s early childhood system.
Oct 13, 2025


Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Stephanie Moore
Meet Early Education Specialist and Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Stephanie Moore, whose advocacy and lived experience drive her to champion children and families across Ohio.
Oct 6, 2025


Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG): Strengthening Ohio’s Early Learning System
Strengthening Ohio families and providers through CCDBG: affordable child care, stability for providers, and investment in the future.
Oct 2, 2025


Modernizing Child Care: What You Need to Know About the New Proposal
The First Five Years Fund breaks down the 2025 Child Care Modernization Act and what it means for families, providers, and equity.
Oct 2, 2025


Family Action Network Spotlight: Guadalupe Bright
Family Action Network parent and advocate, Guadalupe Bright, shares her journey raising two boys with autism and fighting for early intervention, equity, and child well-being.
Sep 30, 2025


A Model for Responsive Child Care: Toledo Day Nursery Launches New Scholarship Program
Toledo Day Nursery launches flexible scholarships with Bainum Family Foundation to help families in crisis stay in child care and keep children learning.
Sep 29, 2025


New Poll: Ohio’s Child Care Crisis Threatens Workforce Growth, Requires Federal Action
Nearly 80% of Ohio voters see child care as a major crisis and want federal investments in CCDBG and Head Start protected and increased.
Sep 29, 2025


Groundwork Ohio Staff Spotlight: Dominique Johnson
Meet Dominique Johnson, Policy Associate at Groundwork Ohio, sharing her journey, “why,” and advocacy for moms and children.
Sep 22, 2025


Regional Leaders Tackle Workforce Solutions in a Child Care Crisis
Ohio leaders unite to tackle the child care crisis, framing it as a workforce and economic issue – not just a family challenge.
Sep 18, 2025


Partner Spotlight: United Way of Summit & Medina
From reducing infant mortality to expanding child care, United Way of Summit & Medina is building stronger futures for Ohio families.
Sep 16, 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


Early Childhood Fellowship Spotlight: Emeri Ferguson
Read more about Groundwork Ohio's Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Emeri Ferguson and how she is working to better the early childhood landscape in Ohio.
Sep 10, 2025


Family Action Network Spotlight: Deanna Szente
Ohio mom and Family Action Network member Deanna Szente shares her advocacy journey, fighting for child care, healthcare, and support for all families.
Aug 28, 2025
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