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

A powerful reflection on fatherhood, healing, and hope—from one man’s front row seat to the quiet revolutions happening every day.

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.

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

Toledo Day Nursery shows what’s possible with strong early learning investments—giving every child a chance to thrive.

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

Meet the 2026 Fellowship class—Ohio leaders building brighter futures for children through equity, advocacy & collaboration

Groundwork Ohio welcomes 24 new Fellows to its 2026 Early Childhood Fellowship, building advocacy and leadership for Ohio’s youngest kids.

Growing up in poverty shaped Malissa's story—and fuels a call to invest in child care and support for Ohio families today.

Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome means pairing awareness with real support for Ohio’s families—especially in the earliest days.

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.

This Mother's Day, honor moms not just with gratitude—but with action to ensure they have the support to survive, work, and thrive.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, let’s honor early educators with action, not just thanks—and invest in the women powering our economy.

Meet Mary Jane Sanese, Groundwork Ohio’s new Communications Associate and passionate advocate for early intervention and equity.