Riley Snyder - Children's Funding Project

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 and states pursue dedicated public funding for kids.
- Cost Analysis and ModelingWe identify the true cost of services to help communities reach their goals.
Impact
Resources
- View Our Featured ResourcesOur tools and resources help local, state, and Native leaders identify sustainable ways to fund their goals for kids.
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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 and states pursue dedicated public funding for kids.
- Cost Analysis and ModelingWe identify the true cost of services to help communities reach their goals.
Impact
Resources
- View Our Featured ResourcesOur tools and resources help local, state, and Native leaders identify sustainable ways to fund their goals for kids.
  - View Our Resource Library
- Featured Collections
- Featured Resources
Updates
Events

Riley joined Children’s Funding Project in 2025 as a federal data and policy intern. Her work supports analysis of federal fiscal and policy landscapes.

Riley holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and public policy from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas, and is pursuing a graduate certificate in grant writing, management, and program evaluation at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. Prior to joining Children’s Funding Project, she worked at the Colorado State Legislature, where she supported policy research and development on issues impacting housing, families, and local government, as well as leading community engagement initiatives. She also brings experience in nonprofits, grant writing, and local economic development from her time with her local chamber and economic development organization. Riley lives in Colorado and enjoys hiking with her dog and reading in her free time.