4C for Children empowers caregivers and families through education, advocacy, and partnerships that strengthen Ohio’s early childhood system.

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.

Strengthening Ohio families and providers through CCDBG: affordable child care, stability for providers, and investment in the future.

The First Five Years Fund breaks down the 2025 Child Care Modernization Act and what it means for families, providers, and equity.

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.

Toledo Day Nursery launches flexible scholarships with Bainum Family Foundation to help families in crisis stay in child care and keep children learning.

Nearly 80% of Ohio voters see child care as a major crisis and want federal investments in CCDBG and Head Start protected and increased.

Meet Dominique Johnson, Policy Associate at Groundwork Ohio, sharing her journey, “why,” and advocacy for moms and children.

Ohio leaders unite to tackle the child care crisis, framing it as a workforce and economic issue – not just a family challenge.

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

Ohio marks its first Stillbirth Prevention Day, honoring lost babies and raising awareness for families impacted by stillbirth.

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.

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

Fair pay for Ohio’s early educators means better outcomes for kids. Learn why supporting Senate Bill 177 matters for Ohio’s future. #SenateBill177

Ohio’s child support program serves 1 in 4 kids—learn how it helps families thrive beyond just financial support. #ChildSupportAwareness

Only 37% of Ohio children start kindergarten ready to learn. Early literacy activities can help close the gap and set children up for success.

Universal pre-k strengthens children, families, and communities. Learn why Ohio must invest now—for a future that benefits us all.

Ohio's future depends on early educators. Fair pay and support for child care staff will strengthen children, families, and our economy.

Celebrating 35 years of the ADA and Ohio's commitment to disability inclusion—from early childhood to lifelong opportunity.

Mental health matters from the very start. Learn how Ohio families can recognize early signs and access vital resources to support their children.