The fall Texas Tour is right around the corner. Throughout the month of October, CHILDREN AT RISK will be facilitating 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 system in Texas that […]
CHILDREN AT RISK is once again excited to host our Accolades Luncheon: The Texas Academy Awards of Child Advocacy. At this annual event, attendees will enjoy a delicious lunch as we honor and give accolades to outstanding child advocates and nonprofit organizations driving change and making life better for Texas children. We are delighted to […]
Our last summit of the year will dive into the issues of STEM education, focusing on building a robust and qualified pipeline of professionals. A learning opportunity for educators and community leaders, this event will highlight the work of STEM industry leaders, educators, and nonprofit innovators working to improve access to STEM education for all […]
The costs of running a child care program are rising faster than providers can keep up with, and facility-related expenses are their second highest cost. Join child care providers, advocates, and local officials to discuss next steps for local implementation after the passing of Proposition 2 - property tax relief for child care providers! We will […]
This year‘s Equity Summit will bring together statewide experts as we explore equity issues that impact Texas Children. This summit will then present opportunities to address these challenges, highlight the work already being done in the field, and prepare attendees with best practices to support children. A learning and sharing event, this summit is one […]
The Future of San Antonio: Investing in the Long-term Social Determinants of Health Outcomes of Children cohosted by CHILDREN AT RISK and Family Service will create a forum in which our community can explore what a future looks like in which children thrive. Join us on the beautiful campus of University of Texas San Antonio […]
Human Trafficking continues to be an issue for Texas. Join us as we explore the many facets of Human Trafficking in Texas and how organizations across the state are working hard to address this challenge by addressing demand and responding to survivor needs. This summit is presented in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC), the […]
Join us for an intimate discussion at The Texas Equity Tour- Austin visit, slated for March 27 2024 and driven by CHILDREN AT RISK (C@R), serves as 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 […]
Join us for an intimate discussion at The Texas Equity Tour- Houston visit, slated for March 28, 2024 and driven by CHILDREN AT RISK (C@R), serves as 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 […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
The Texas Equity Tour, slated for March-April 2024, is a pivotal event organized by CHILDREN AT RISK (C@R) to address systemic racism and its impact on Texas children and families. Rooted in the principles of racial equity, the tour serves as a platform to present key findings from the Texas Racial Equity Collaborative's (TREC) comprehensive […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Each Spring, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team host community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape, including child care deserts, as well as provide an update on the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they […]
Join us at the 24th Annual CHILDREN AT RISK Golf Classic! CHILDREN AT RISK celebrates 35 years of service this year and through the years, the Golf Classic has raised critical funds to support our mission to improve the quality of life for children across Texas. Come out and support CHILDREN AT RISK while enjoying […]
The Texas Equity Tour, slated for March and April 2024, is a pivotal event organized by CHILDREN AT RISK (C@R) to address systemic racism and its impact on Texas children and families. Rooted in the principles of racial equity, the tour serves as a platform to present key findings from the Texas Racial Equity Collaborative's […]
Disparities in maternal healthcare are a growing issue in Texas. The Motherhood Panel will dive into the rights of pregnant people in Texas and self-advocacy for expecting mothers. Experts will address the important information people should know during pregnancy in Texas regarding maternal health. Join us in raising awareness on maternal health rights! This summit […]
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 31st! CHILDREN AT RISK is bringing back the Stand Up for Children Gala, an evening that will feature Emmy-award winning actor and comedian Dana Carvey, lots of laughs, and an opportunity to improve the lives of Texas children. We are delighted to have April & Wells McGee as our […]
This fifth annual Immigration Summit will explore the unique challenges facing immigrant children and their families. Join us to learn about child-forward immigration policies, access to basic needs and mental health resources, education, and how to center children in the narrative surrounding immigrants and immigration. Our summit will bring together child advocates and experts from across […]
This year’s Education Summit will explore innovative solutions and strategies to enhance education for all students. Join us to learn about effective parent engagement in early education, re-engaging disconnected students, and addressing disparities in college and career readiness. Our summit will bring together educators, parents, and community leaders from across the state of Texas! This […]
August Virtual Open Meeting | PN-3 Collaborative The Prenatal-to-Three (PN-3) Collaborative is excited to welcome all to their first Open Meeting of 2024! CHILDREN AT RISK in partnership with TexProtects and Texans Care for Children have developed a 90-minute Open Meeting to share updates from Early Childhood Intervention (ECI), Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) and […]
We hope that you will be our guest at The Constellation Club on September 26th for Advocates for Children! From 6-8 PM in Irving, TX., guests will have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary lite bites at this beautiful venue while learning more about our mission to improve the quality of life for children in the […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
Join us for this first-ever community-hosted event by CHILDREN AT RISK! The State of El Paso Children is more than just a gathering—it's a call to action for all stakeholders committed to enhancing the well-being of children and families. This event is not just about understanding the challenges; it's about finding solutions and taking collective […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
"Innovating the STEM Pipeline: Aligning Education, Industry, and Workforce Needs" is a summit uniting Texas' top minds in education, industry, and policy to reimagine STEM career pathways. This event delves into emerging roles in automation, AI, and data science, emphasizing the need for an adaptable education system. Through four sessions, attendees will explore how strategic partnerships […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
This is a very special year for CHILDREN AT RISK as we celebrate 35 years of advocacy for those who need it most – our children! Our annual Accolades Luncheon, The Texas Academy Awards of Child Advocacy, has recognized numerous child advocates in our communities, elevated key priorities for children, and raised critical funds to […]
CHILDREN AT RISK’s Early Childhood Texas Tour is making stops in cities across Texas—and now includes a statewide virtual session on Tuesday, November 12 for advocates everywhere to join! This online event offers a data deep dive into the latest findings from our newest report on Local Workforce Development Board investments in quality child care. […]
CHILDREN AT RISK's Early Childhood Texas Tour is coming to a city near you, and you won’t want to miss it. C@R is hitting the road with 12 in-person stops across the state, bringing together child care providers, community leaders, and anyone passionate about improving quality in early childhood education. At each stop, we’ll dive […]
The 89th Legislative Session is just around the corner and Texas will once again have the chance to prioritize the needs of children! Join us this November as we unveil our 2025 Legislative Session Agenda, share tips from advocacy experts, and highlight how you can get involved to speak out and drive change for children […]
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 28, 2025 at 6:30pm at the Post Oak Hotel for CHILDREN AT RISK’s Stand Up for Children Gala, featuring Emmy nominated comedian and actor and Grammy nominated musician, Fred Armisen! In past years, Stand Up has raised critical funds for CHILDREN AT RISK to support our mission to improve the quality of life for all Texas […]
