Because of these programs, I was able to meet the basic needs of my children and focus on improving our lives by attaining a college education.

Without the help of AFDC (now TANF), food stamps and childcare I honestly don't know where I would be today.

We know from extensive research studies that low-income families with children often face additional challenges and obstacles in becoming economically stable, compared to those without children. One of the premiere challenges that these families face is finding affordable and quality childcare...

The Ohio Association of Second Harvest Foodbanks, Ohio's largest charitable response to hunger, is home to The Ohio Benefit Bank,* a program that helps moderate- and low-income Ohioans apply for work supports, income enhancements and assistance programs.

Most working parents in the U.S. understand the importance of affordable and quality childcare. Quality childcare is critical to provide a rich educational atmosphere and has a significant impact on a child’s future success...

Colleen’s focus extends beyond the 120 children in her Warren Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) Preschool. As the program coordinator, Colleen believes that she and her staff must also help the parents of the 3- and 4-year-olds they teach. In this…

When Jennifer’s husband lost his welding job in July 2008, she started working to help support their four children. While her husband looked for another job in southeast Arkansas, daycare would be needed for the youngest children – now ages…