Honoring Moms—and Lifting Their Voices
- May 7
- 1 min read
By Lynanne Gutierrez, President & CEO, Groundwork Ohio
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Leading up to this Mother’s Day, I’ve been thinking about the strength, love, and determination of moms across Ohio—and how much they do every day to give their children a strong start.
At Groundwork Ohio, we’ve had the privilege of meeting so many incredible mothers in recent weeks as we’ve grown our Family Action Network. These are moms from communities across the state who are stepping forward to share their experiences, connect with one another, and become powerful advocates for their children and for families like theirs.
In just a few weeks, we’ll welcome 80 of these moms to the Ohio Statehouse on May 27—many for the very first time. They will come together to share their stories, meet with policymakers, and use their voices to help shape the future for young children in Ohio. We are honored to support them on this journey—building their confidence, strengthening their connections, and ensuring their voices are heard where decisions are made.
Hosting Family Voices at the Statehouse is one of the most meaningful—and resource-intensive—ways we support moms in becoming advocates. It’s a significant investment for Groundwork Ohio, and it’s only possible with support from people like you.
This Mother’s Day, I hope you’ll take a moment to care for and appreciate the moms in your life. And if you’re able, please consider making a gift. Your support will help us continue equipping Ohio moms with the tools, training, and opportunities they need to have a real presence at the Statehouse and a real voice in the decisions that affect their children.
