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Budget Summary: What This Means for Ohio’s Youngest Children
Ohio's new budget invests $89.5M in young children but misses key opportunities, risking child care, health, and development progress.
Jul 1
We Can’t Afford to Wait: Working Families Rally at Statehouse to Demand Real Relief in State Budget
Hundreds rally at the Ohio Statehouse demanding child care funding and a refundable Child Tax Credit in the state budget.
Jun 18
Groundwork Ohio Calls on Senate to Restore $1.3B for Kids and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore $1.3B in early childhood, child care, and family investments cut from the state budget.
Jun 5
Groundwork Ohio Testifies on Senate’s Version of Proposed Budget, Urges Restoration of $1.3B for Kids and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore key child care, health, and tax credit investments cut from the state’s proposed budget.
Jun 5
Investing in Ohio’s Future: Restoring Support for Young Children and Working Families
Groundwork Ohio urges the Senate to restore key early childhood investments to support families, kids, and economic stability.
May 27
Breaking the Cycle: Why Economic Stability is the Key to Helping Families Thrive
Growing up in poverty shaped Malissa's story—and fuels a call to invest in child care and support for Ohio families today.
May 20
When Women Lead: Reflections from Groundwork Ohio’s Women’s Coalition Kick-off Breakfast
Groundwork Ohio’s Women’s Coalition kick-off ignites a movement to uplift women, families, and child care reform across Ohio.
May 14
Prioritize Kids: Why Ohio’s Budget Must Restore Support for Families, Child Care, and Health
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore funding for child care, health care, and family support in HB 96 to protect our future.
May 14
Restoring the Child Tax Credit: A Bipartisan Opportunity to Support Ohio Families
Groundwork Ohio urges lawmakers to restore a refundable Child Tax Credit to support families, workforce stability, and child well-being.
May 14
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
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
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
Statement from Groundwork Ohio in Response to Governor DeWine’s FY2026-2027 Executive Budget Proposal Release
Gov. DeWine’s budget prioritizes young children with a child tax credit, child care investments & parenting supports. #OhioKids
Feb 3
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