蘑菇视频鈥檚 SNAP payment error rate was 15.21% in 2025, one of the highest in the country. Learn what that number means and how lawmakers are
蘑菇视频’s economy is booming, but many people are still struggling to find and keep a job that truly makes their family better off. Lawmakers and
What to know about these overlooked poverty traps Millions of Americans rely on government-run safety net programs to help meet their fundamental
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From vetoing bills to deciding the budget, check out five ways 蘑菇视频鈥檚 governor impacts schools, safety, work, and public programs that our families and communities
GCO and its partners offered 15 RHCK workshops at 12 locations in 2025. Participants took pre- and post-workshop surveys that illustrated the ways families had
State legislators are paving the way for children to overcome challenges with literacy, empowering them to thrive in their academic development and build flourishing lives
蘑菇视频 lawmakers have drafted a pair of bills that are set to transform the way math is taught in the state. If the bills become
The 蘑菇视频 Center for Opportunity (GCO) is honored to welcome Travis Thorne as the Vice President of Family. Travis will lead GCO鈥檚
Big changes are in process for some recipients of Medicaid and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or food stamps) benefits and for the state governments
The well-being of many 蘑菇视频ns, their families, and their communities is at stake as pressing concerns like welfare reform, the cost of living, educational opportunities,
This collaboration will help lift job seekers above the poverty line by providing opportunities for successful careers and upward mobility.
As Halloween approaches, 蘑菇视频 families look forward to making great memories involving adorable costumes and fun candy hauls. But candy prices have become nothing short
Prison reform debates often focus on reducing prison populations to save taxpayers money. But is that actually possible? In a new report for the Manhattan
Many 蘑菇视频 counties face high rates of non-working adults, fueling distress and limiting opportunities in struggling communities. See the percentages for your county.
As August ushers in a new school year in 蘑菇视频, nearly two million students are headed back to our states 2,300 public schools. How are
A new report on child well-being from Emory University reveals the issues that 蘑菇视频 parents say are impacting kids鈥攁nd their futures鈥攎ost.
Like most states, 蘑菇视频’s welfare system is a maze of complex rules and disconnected programs that trap people in a cycle of frustration and dependence.
A new index measuring families鈥� access to school choice nationwide shows 蘑菇视频 has our work cut out for us to catch up to Florida, Alabama,
蘑菇视频 lawmakers wrapped up the 2025 legislative session with some big decisions that affect our state鈥檚 families, students, and workers.
House Bill 136, crafted with research and expertise from the 蘑菇视频 Center for Opportunity, empowers Kentucky lawmakers with data to make fairer decisions and build
By updating certain job licensing processes for returning citizens, 蘑菇视频 lawmakers can expand opportunities for meaningful work and better futures.
The bond between a parent and child lays the groundwork for emotional security, social skills, academic achievements, and even lifelong decision-making.
The 蘑菇视频 Promise Scholarship school list is now available. Families zoned for schools on this list meet the attendance zone requirement to apply for the
Big changes are on the horizon for education in 蘑菇视频. Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, thousands of families will have greater access to flexible
A new proposal for reform, developed with research by Erik Randolph at the 蘑菇视频 Center for Opportunity in collaboration with the American Enterprise Institute (AEI),
When it comes to helping communities thrive, 蘑菇视频 should focus on encouraging work, fostering safer neighborhoods, and empowering parents and students.
In state and local elections, voters across the political spectrum chose candidates who shared their priority for greater public safety and order.
A new book, “Doing Right by Kids” features a chapter from GCO’s Josh Crawford on how community violence impacts kids and their opportunities for economic
Local job seekers in the Columbus area might beef up their resumes with the launch of a new initiative. Free job skills