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- 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.
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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

This policy brief shines light on 10 innovative methods to finance services for children and youth. Some of these methods have been successfully implemented by communities while others are strategies that should be considered as we look to use all the tools available to prepare America’s youth for the future.

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Infants and Toddlers, Early Childhood, Middle Childhood, Youth, Young Adults, Advocates/Intermediaries, Funders, Policymakers/Agency Leaders, Publication, Sourcing Additional Funding

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Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Cindy Arenberg Seltzer, CEO of Children's Services Council of Broward County, explains how collaboration, transparency, and accountability support the success of one of the largest voter-approved children’s funds in the country.

Publication

Voter-Approved Children’s Fund Profile: Hillsborough County, FL

Since 1988, the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County has provided comprehensive support for children from birth through age 18, ensuring consistent support at every stage of development.

Updates and Events

Interview

September 29, 2026

Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Young people looking over technical equipment together.

Insights

May 12, 2026

Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action

Young child inspecting plant with magnifying glass

Insights

April 27, 2026

With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth

Innovative Financing to Expand Programming and Services So Children Can Thrive

Ten strategies for how communities can source additional funding for children and youth.

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Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Voter-Approved Children’s Fund Profile: Hillsborough County, FL

Updates and Events

Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action

With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth

Innovative Financing to Expand Programming and Services So Children Can Thrive

Ten strategies for how communities can source additional funding for children and youth.

More Resources

Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Voter-Approved Children’s Fund Profile: Hillsborough County, FL

Updates and Events

Leadership, Advocacy, and 25 Years of Dedicated Funding for Kids in Broward County, FL

Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action

With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth

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