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 bipartisan 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.
Upcoming Events & Activities
Feb 25
The Future of San Antonio
For the 3rd annual Future of San Antonio community event, attendees will hear from multi-disciplinary experts to look at the social determinants of health as children experience them, while developing collaborative solutions that can help build a future in which San Antonio’s children succeed.
March 27
Stand Up for Children
Join us or an unforgettable evening of comedy, auctions, and impact that raises vital funds to support C@R’s work ensuring children have access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and a life free from exploitation.
April 16
The Future of Children: Global Perspectives
Join us for a future minded event grounded in the latest developments shaping child well-being. National experts will join this virtual gathering to explore emerging systemic changes in food, health, housing, technology, immigration, and more.
June 11
The Intersection of Early Childhood & Children of Immigrants
This virtual event will explore why high-quality early education is essential for this rapidly growing population and how emerging political and legal shifts are shaping access and opportunity.
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 an Immigrant Children lens.
Equity & Justice
Immigrant Children
The Latest from C@R
2024-2025 Houston School Rankings
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Oct 2025 ELQN Newsletter
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From Harm to Hope: 2025 National Immigration Summit Highlights Pathways to Protection and Empowerment
The virtual gathering brought together national and state advocates, researchers, and community leaders for a timely conversation about how immigration policies are shaping children’s lives—and how advocacy can drive lasting change. On September 25, CHILDREN AT RISK,...
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