Advocacy Day empowers early childhood educators to share their voices, shape policies, and drive meaningful change for Ohio’s youngest learn

Reflect, engage, and act this Maternal Health Awareness Day. Join Ohio’s mission to make maternal care safer and more equitable for all.

In 2025, Groundwork Ohio focuses on bold policy advocacy, amplifying voices, and building partnerships to create a brighter future for kids.

Discover how Groundwork Ohio’s Early Childhood Fellows are using storytelling to advocate for every child’s chance to thrive.

A transformative step for Ohio’s children: Learn how House Bill 7 supports early childhood mental health, Medicaid stability, and more.

Explore the challenges of child care in Ohio and join the movement to secure brighter futures for young children and families.

Sub HB 7 advances care for young children by improving mental health diagnostics, home visiting, and interagency collaboration in Ohio.

Advocacy heats up during Ohio’s lame duck session as bills on child care, maternal health, and early education seek final passage.

Discover how Groundwork Ohio’s Fellowship is empowering early childhood leaders to advocate for policies that support kids and families.

Meet CJ Murphy, Operations Manager at Groundwork Ohio! A former teacher turned advocate, CJ ensures team success & champions young children.

NAEYC's Annual Conference inspired early childhood advocates to advance inclusion, belonging, and high-quality learning for all children.

Groundwork Ohio supports SB207 to designate Stillbirth Prevention Day, raising awareness and advancing solutions for Ohio families.

Ohio families of children with disabilities face systemic barriers to care, from navigating subsidies to finding inclusive, quality provider

Public-private partnerships like SB 273 could ease Ohio's child care crisis, benefiting families and strengthening workforce stability.

Grateful for our journey across Ohio! Our new report, Driving Change, is a roadmap for a thriving future for Ohio’s kids. Let’s drive change

National Adoption Month celebrates families built through adoption and raises awareness for the 3,000 Ohio children in foster care awaiting

On October 30, 2024, Groundwork Ohio celebrated 20 years of advocacy for young children with a special luncheon event at the Ohio Statehouse

76% of Ohioans lack access to paid family leave, a vital support that improves health outcomes and strengthens families.

Vanessa Butler, JD, rejoined Groundwork as Senior Director of Community Relations & Special Projects, to build key community partnerships.

HOPE Toledo drives generational change by providing accessible, high-quality education from Pre-K to postsecondary, uplifting families.