Our Mission
CHILDREN AT RISK serves as a catalyst for change to improve the quality of life for children through strategic research, public policy analysis, education, collaboration, and advocacy.
What We Do
Data & Research
We use research and data to understand the needs of Texas children and their families. This research drives our advocacy agenda and helps us develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
Policy Advocacy
Research and data alone are not enough to drive change for children. We use our research to develop policy recommendations that have the most impact and speak up to inform policymakers.
Collaboration
We work better together. We rely on partners across the state to support our research and data collection, provide regional insights, and amplify our advocacy efforts through collective action.
Our Areas of Expertise
CHILDREN AT RISK focuses on 3 key areas that can help break the cycle of poverty and enable children to learn, thrive, and meet their full potential.
Education
Health
Safety & Opportunity
We are committed to viewing all the work we do with an Equity & Justice lens and a Immigrant Children Lens.
Equity & Justice
Immigrant Children
Upcoming Events & Activities
March 27
2024 Equity Tour Austin
An intimate discussion at The Texas Equity Tour- Austin visit, a vital platform devoted to tackling systemic racism and its detrimental effects on Texas children and families. Rooted in principles of racial equity, this event zooms in on the critical topic of PreK-Grade 3 alignments.
March 28
2024 Equity Tour Houston
An intimate discussion at The Texas Equity Tour- Houston visit, a vital platform devoted to tackling systemic racism and its detrimental effects on Texas children and families. Rooted in principles of racial equity, this event zooms in on the critical topic of Discipline disparities, and educational equity.
April 22
2024 Equity Tour Fort Worth
Join us for an intimate discussion at The Texas Equity Tour – Fort Worth visit, a vital platform devoted to tackling systemic racism and its detrimental effects on Texas children and families.
april 26
24th Annual Golf Classic
FORE CHILDREN
Come out and support C@R while enjoying a day of golf. This event is hosted by Melissa Wilson of FOX 26, Chaired by Manny Panjwani, with Ben Patton as Vice Chair.
The Latest from C@R
Home for the Summer: Tips for Healthy Eating in Latine Families
Nutrition is an important part of a child’s development. Eating and maintaining a balanced diet helps improve cognitive ability and strengthen immunity. Poor nutrition leads to obesity and increases the risk of developing severe health conditions in the future. During...
ECE Texas Tours – Fall 2023
Throughout the month of October, CHILDREN AT RISK will be hosting community conversations across 12 cities in Texas, discussing the effects of the 88th Regular Legislative Session on Early Childhood Education and next steps for continuing to build a robust child care...
How Parents Can Prevent Learning Loss and Build Student Skills Over the Summer
Most students probably agree that the best part of summer break is not having to go to class, do homework, or take tests. While these brain breaks can be great, the length of the summer break can lead to a lot of learning loss before the new school year. In fact,...
Our Causes
Early Education
K-12 Education
Human Trafficking
Health & Nutrition
New American Children
Family Well-Being
Covid-19
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