Understanding Fiscal MapsA fiscal map documents and analyzes the various sources of funding that support programs and services for children and youth in a state, city, or county. The map can include public dollars from federal, state, and local sources and sometimes private dollars from foundations and other philanthropies if appropriate. It answers a fundamental question: WHO invests HOW MUCH money and in WHAT? Download PDF Filed under:Infants and Toddlers, Early Childhood, Middle Childhood, Youth, Young Adults, Advocates/Intermediaries, Funders, Leaders of Native Nations, Policymakers/Agency Leaders, Publication, Fiscal MappingMore Resources Video Mapping the Money, Building the Vision: Strategic Public Financing 101 with Native Communities Learn more about an upcoming training created by and for Tribal citizens to improve funding for Native children and youth. Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now. Updates and Events Insights May 12, 2026 Five Ways to Put Your Fiscal Map into Action Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth News March 26, 2026 In a Tough Fiscal Moment, States Look to Raise Revenue and Kids Have a Stake Close Share it! Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Click to copy URL Link Copied!
Video Mapping the Money, Building the Vision: Strategic Public Financing 101 with Native Communities Learn more about an upcoming training created by and for Tribal citizens to improve funding for Native children and youth.
Video What Comes Next: Organizing for Youth Investment in the Social Media Litigation Landscape Learn about the latest developments in the current lawsuits against social media companies and how advocates can build relationships and shape youth investment priorities now.
Insights April 27, 2026 With Federal and State Funding Hanging in the Balance, Local Leaders Find New Ways to Support Children and Youth