About
Our Work
- Learn About Our WorkThrough strategic public financing we help communities, states, and Native nations ensure that all children thrive.
- Strategic Public FinancingWe develop strategic public financing plans that sustain investments for kids.
- Sourcing Additional FundingWe help leaders determine which funding options are viable in their context.
- Fiscal MappingWe analyze existing funding sources and coach local leaders on budget data.
- Voter-Approved Children’s FundsWe help communities pursue dedicated public funding for kids at the ballot.
- Cost Analysis and ModelingWe identify the true cost of services to help communities reach their goals.
- Native Children’s Funding ProjectWe help Native nations create sustainable funding for Native children and youth.
Impact
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About
Our Work
- Learn About Our WorkThrough strategic public financing we help communities, states, and Native nations ensure that all children thrive.
- Strategic Public FinancingWe develop strategic public financing plans that sustain investments for kids.
- Sourcing Additional FundingWe help leaders determine which funding options are viable in their context.
- Fiscal MappingWe analyze existing funding sources and coach local leaders on budget data.
- Voter-Approved Children’s FundsWe help communities pursue dedicated public funding for kids at the ballot.
- Cost Analysis and ModelingWe identify the true cost of services to help communities reach their goals.
- Native Children’s Funding ProjectWe help Native nations create sustainable funding for Native children and youth.
Impact
Resources
- View Our Resource LibraryVisit our resource library to explore all our tools, case studies, fact sheets, and custom resource collections.
- Featured Resources
- New Resources
Updates
Events

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Event

September 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

Getting to the Source of State Dedicated Funding for Kids

Ensuring that all children in the United States have the opportunity to grow and thrive requires significant public spending at all levels of...

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Event

April 24, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

For State and Local Policymakers and Advocates

Public Financing in Times of Uncertainty

Navigating public funding has become increasingly complex in these uncertain political times. But state and community leaders and advocates can take...

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Event

January 16, 2025 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST

For Local and State Advocates

The 2024 Election: Lessons Learned and the Path Forward for Voter-Approved Children’s Funds

On January 16, 2025, advocates behind ballot measures for voter-approved children’s fund campaigns that went to the ballot in 2024 shared insights...