The health of our nation depends upon the health and well-being of our children and families. We work to ensure that all families–no matter who they are, where they live, or how much money they make–have the resources they need to foster healthy development from their child’s earliest years. Our aim is that decision-makers across sectors support the well-being of each and every one of our families, caregivers, and children. Because when families thrive, we all thrive.
Changing public policy and school and community environments to help children grow up at a healthy weight.
Learn moreWorking with families and communities to provide children the best foundation for a healthy life.
Learn moreAdvancing programs and policies that help achieve healthy, safe, and stable environments for all children and their families.
Learn moreAs we work to ensure that all families have a fair and just opportunity for health and well-being, we are guided by a set of core values:
All families and caregivers should have the economic stability they need to invest in their children and help them thrive. There should never be a circumstance when a family has to choose between their livelihoods and the well-being of their children.
No child should ever go hungry. Every child should have access to the affordable, healthy foods and beverages they need.
A healthy start is the foundation for lifelong health. Every family should have access to quality, affordable child care and early learning opportunities.
Every family deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to live.
Health care should be affordable and available to all. Getting preventive care in the first place, and support when a child is sick, must be a reality for all families.
All caregivers should have the time and opportunity so that nothing stands in the way of investing in their children.