Urban Health Initiative
- Information on, and lessons learned by, campaigns to help cities make the health, safety, and investment decisions necessary to improve the well being of children.
- http://urbanhealth.org

International Survivors Action Committee (ISAC)
- A non profit organization working to expose child abuse within privately owned facilities. Has advice for parents, a list of suspect facilities, links to news stories, and a list of recent deaths.
- http://www.isaccorp.org/

Children First for Oregon
- Dedicated to the wellbeing of each and every child in Oregon. Includes policy agenda, news, data, and publications.
- http://www.cffo.org/

The Relationship Centre
- Cheshire, UK. Support for families and victims of domestic abuse. News and events and how volunteers can help.
- http://www.healthyrelationships.org.uk/

Children's Campaign Inc
- A Florida-based organization focused on juvenile justice, Pre-K education, and child protection. Calendar, newsletter, and media information.
- http://www.iamforkids.org/cc/

Amerasian Foundation
- Helps Amerasian children and families in the Philippines, Vietnam, and other parts of the world. News, events, and Amerasian Registry.
- http://www.amerasianfoundation.org/

Nevada Institute for Children's Research and Policy
- The Nevada Institute for Children's Research and Policy (NICRP) is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to advancing children's issues in Nevada.
- http://nic.unlv.edu/index.htm

The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
- Seeks to build a growing collection of permanent funds, the income from which will be used to enhance the educational, physical, social, cultural and environmental well-being of the islands' people.
- http://www.cfvi.net/

Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy
- Seeks legislative action, changes in public attitudes, and broad constituencies to improve the well being of children in Oklahoma. Legislative agenda, statistics, initiatives, and advocacy tools.
- http://www.oica.org/

Every Child Matters
- Conducts polls, publishes reports, works with reporters and state children's groups, runs advertising, and conducts campaigns on behalf of children. Initiatives on child abuse prevention, health insurance, after school programs, and early childhood educat
- http://www.everychildmatters.org/

Priority Children
- Aims to improve the quality of life for children and families in Genesee County, Michigan through assessment, public awareness and advocacy. Includes action agenda, statistics, and advocacy opportunities.
- http://www.prioritychildren.org/

Wyoming Children’s Action Alliance
- A non-profit organization supporting professional development, data and statistics, and advocacy efforts to improve outcomes for children and families in Wyoming.
- http://www.wykids.com/

Maine Children's Alliance
- A non-profit child advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and their families.
- http://www.mekids.org/

Kids In Common
- Aims to improve the lives of children and their families in Silicon Valley by developing community partnerships to promote and protect their interests and serving as an advocate on their behalf.
- http://www.kidsincommon.org/

DC Action for Children
- An independent, non-profit, multi-issue advocacy organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children living in the District of Columbia. Includes advocacy, resources, and project information.
- http://www.dckids.org/

Connecticut Association for Human Services
- Independent, nonprofit organization committed to decreasing poverty, neglect and inequality through public education, research, advocacy, and policy development.
- http://www.cahs.org/

Children's Defense Fund--Minnesota
- Works to provide health coverage for uninsured and underinsured children; affordable child care for working parents; improved, consistent child support; welfare reform that helps low-income families and children; safety for children and reunification for
- http://www.cdf-mn.org/

Children's Defense Fund
- Provides a voice for children in Ohio, who cannot vote, lobby, or speak for themselves, paying particular attention to the needs of poor, minority and disabled children.
- http://www.cdfohio.org/

Children's Alliance of New Hampshire
- Advocacy organization that works to improve the health and well-being of children. Vision statement, board of directors, current issues, advocate's toolbox, online resources, and information on the New Hampshire Children's Advocacy Network.
- http://www.childrennh.org/

Children's Action Alliance
- A non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting the well-being of all of Arizona's children and their families through research, policy development, media campaigns and advocacy.
- http://www.azchildren.org/

The Black Children's Institute Of Tennessee
- State-wide advocacy organization with a focus on the welfare of Afro-American children. Includes public education materials, information about current issues, and an overview of services offered.
- http://bcitn.org/

Association for Children of New Jersey
- A child advocacy organization. Find information about programs, special projects, news, and events.
- http://www.acnj.org/

Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families
- Information on mission to protect and promote through research, education and advocacy the rights and well-being of Arkansas children and their families, to assure that they have the opportunity to lead healthy and productive lives.
- http://www.aradvocates.org/

Advocates for Children and Youth
- An independent nonprofit promoting the interests of children in Maryland. History and purpose, supporting data, news, opportunities, and donations.
- http://www.acy.org/

Children Now
- A nonpartisan, independent voice for children based in California, working to translate the nation's commitment to children and families into action. Provides articles and resources in the areas of Children and the Media, Talking with Kids, and Working Fa
- http://www.childrennow.org/

KidsCounsel: Center for Children's Advocacy
- The Center, which is affiliated with the University of Connecticut Law School, uses representation, training, legislative advocacy, and consultation to protect the rights of children.
- http://www.kidscounsel.org/

Children's Advocacy Institute
- The Institute, which is affiliated with the University of San Diego School of Law, represents the interest of children in legislative, judicial, and administrative matters.
- http://www.caichildlaw.org/

Innocence Quilt
- Raises awareness and support for legislation to tighten loose laws regarding sex offenders and honors the children of violent crimes. Opportunities to add to and host the Innocence Quilt, victim resources, and victim stories.
- http://www.innocencequilt.org

STARFISH Advocacy Association
- Makes a difference in the lives of children with neurological disorders and their families. Resources, forums, chat, and activities for kids.
- http://www.starfishadvocacy.org/

State of Illinois All Kids
- Promotes legislation to provide universal health insurance for children in Illinois. Advocacy, news, and statistics.
- http://www.allkidscovered.com/

Family Connection Partnership
- Seeks to improve the health, economic well being, and educational outcomes of Georgia's children. Community assistance, state initiatives, and best practices.
- http://www.gafcp.org/

Tallahassee Equality Action Ministry (TEAM)
- A faith based social action ministry dealing with community issues in Tallahassee, Florida.
- http://www.teamtally.org

Children's Law Center of Los Angeles, CA
- A nonprofit, public interest legal organization that serves as the voice for abused and neglected youth in one of the largest foster care systems in the nation.
- http://www.childrenslawcenteroflosangeles.org

Business Leaders for Sensible Priorities
- A group of more than 500 business executives and senior military experts who are working to increase federal investments in education, health care, and the needs of children by shifting spending from the Pentagon budget.
- http://www.sensiblepriorities.org/

Playing for Keeps
- Dedicated to promoting healthy, constructive, non-violent play for all children.
- http://www.playingforkeeps.org/

Concerned Educators Allied for a Safe Environment
- Network of parents, teachers, and other concerned individuals, who are dedicated to creating a safe and healthy world for children.
- http://www.peaceeducators.org/

Alliance for Childhood
- Promotes policies and practices that support children's healthy development, love of learning, and joy in living. Information about projects and how to help.
- http://www.allianceforchildhood.org/

Campaign For Youth
- Representing more than 1,000 community based and faith based organizations, this national initiative seeks to promote public policy solutions to the issues confronting young people between the ages of 16 and 24.
- http://www.campaignforyouth.org/

I Got a Head Start!
- Advocates for Head Start programs by highlighting success stories from Head Start "graduates" and parents. Stories, news, and events.
- http://www.igotaheadstart.org/

Defence For Children International
- An independent non-governmental organization working to promote and protect the rights of the child.
- http://www.dci-is.org/

Santa Fe Boys Triannual Publication
- Presents a fact-based, objective picture of the health, educational and emotional status of boys today in Santa Fe, New Mexico and in the United States.
- http://www.santafeboys.org/

Justice for Children International
- Raises awareness and resources to combat child sex trafficking.
- http://www.jfci.org/

Children's Alliance Action Center
- Members of this Washington state network are automatically alerted whenever legislative decisions that affect children are being made.
- http://www.childrenshub.org/calliance/home.html

Channel One Overview
- A coalition of progressive and conservative groups opposing Channel One's presence in the schools, with extensive links to testimony, data, and activism.
- http://www.commercialalert.org/index.php?category_id=2&subcategory_id=32&article_id=120

Empire State Coalition
- Advocates on behalf of runaway, homeless and street youth in the state of New York.
- http://www.empirestatecoalition.org/

Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services
- An association of private child and family welfare agencies in Texas. Advocacy, training, and publications.
- http://www.tacfs.org/

Black Administrators in Child Welfare, Inc.
- A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of African American children in the nation’s child welfare system. Conferences, news, statistics, and training.
- http://www.blackadministrators.org/

Leatherstocking's Promise - The Alliance For Youth
- The Otsego County, New York affiliate of America's Promise. Provides information about local advocacy efforts to support youth and families.
- http://www.leatherstockingspromise.org/

New Jersey Office of the Child Advocate
- Identifies systemic problems that prevent government or community agencies from achieving positive outcomes for children. Projects, newsletter, hotline, and information on child abuse.
- http://www.childadvocate.nj.gov/

First Star
- A national non-profit organization dedicated to helping children in child protective services, criminal and family courts, and foster care systems across the United States.
- http://www.firststar.org/

Children's Week
- Seeks to educate Florida's legislature on important issues facing children and families. Events, position papers, and advocacy toolkit.
- http://www.childrens-week.org/

Children at Risk
- Seeks to improve the lives of children in the greater Houston, Texas area through advocacy, policy analysis, and research. Issues, data, and publications.
- http://www.childrenatrisk.org/

Stop Commercial Exploitation of Children
- Organization against advertising and marketing to children. Events, links, how to join, newsletter, and press releases.
- http://www.commercialexploitation.com/

Human Services Policy Center
- Affiliated with the University of Washington, the Center uses policy and data analysis to improve the well being of children, families and communities. Projects, conferences, and press releases.
- http://www.hspc.org/

Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth
- Independent agency created by the state legislature to advocate for children and support community efforts to improve the lives of children. Newsletter, data, and legislation.
- http://www.state.tn.us/tccy/

Colorado Children's Campaign
- Seeks to improve the health, safety, education, and economic security of children in Colorado. Newsletter, early childhood initiatives, information for the media, and legislative updates.
- http://www.coloradokids.org/

Center on the Family
- Based at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the Center provides publications, data, and research on children and families in Hawaii.
- http://www.uhfamily.hawaii.edu/index.asp

Child and Family Policy Center
- Uses research to improve state and federal policy regarding children and families. News, publications, Iowa projects, and national projects.
- http://www.cfpciowa.org/

Congregations Concerned for Children
- A interfaith initiative focused on improving the lives of children in Minnesota. Advocacy opportunities, legislative agenda, events, and resources.
- http://www.ccccan.org/

The Mississippi Forum on Children & Families
- Uses education, research, and demonstration to strengthen children and families. Child care, health care, and parent education initiatives.
- http://www.mfcf.org/

Agenda for Children
- Seeks to make government work better for children in Louisiana. Child care resources, health insurance initiatives, violence prevention programs, and media notes.
- http://www.agendaforchildren.org/

Indiana Youth Institute
- Provides tools and information to youth organizations in Indiana. Data, publications, grant tips, and consulting services.
- http://www.iyi.org/

Westchester Children's Association
- Strives to improve the lives of children in Westchester County, New York by focusing on improved health care, less gun violence, and better foster care services.
- http://www.wca4kids.org/

Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth
- Seeks greater funding and support for health insurance, education, transportation, and public benefits for children and families in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area. Health care resources, events, and press releases.
- http://www.pccy.org/

Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children
- Focuses on the health, early education, and well being of children in Pennsylvania. Legislative updates, publications, calendar, and news.
- http://www.papartnerships.org/

Michigan's Children
- Non-profit organization that promotes a strategy of intervening before problems limit a child's potential. Programs, news, publications, and legislative issues.
- http://www.michiganschildren.org/

Massachusetts Citizens for Children
- Aims to elevate children's issues to the top of the public agenda in Massachusetts. News, hotlines, and projects on preventing child abuse and shaken baby syndrome.
- http://www.masskids.org/

Wyoming Children's Action Alliance
- Promotes the well being of Wyoming's children through advocacy, education, and leadership. Offers programs designed to improve the quality of child care.
- http://www.wykids.org/

Texans Care For Children
- Devoted to improving the lives of children in Texas. Legislative policy, events, campaigns, and advocacy resources.
- http://www.texanscareforchildren.org/

National Center for Youth Law
- Seeks to protect abused and neglected children, increase youths’ access to health care and other public benefits, and ensure the fair treatment of youth in the juvenile justice system. News, publications, and contact information.
- http://www.youthlaw.org/

Save Abandoned Babies Foundation
- Dedicated to publicizing an Illinois law designed to assist women who might otherwise abandon their babies in unsafe places. Offers adoption information, outreach materials, and a hotline.
- http://www.saveabandonedbabies.org/

Sparrow Lake Alliance
- Focuses on advocacy and research to improve the health and well-being of children in Ontario, Canada. Events, task forces, and publications.
- http://www.sparrowlake.org/

50 Ways to Save Our Children
- Seeks to benefit children and their families by encouraging philanthropy and public service. Offers several specific activities individuals can do to improve the lives of children.
- http://www.50ways.org/

Society for Advocacy of Women and Child Rights
- Advocacy organization based in India that focuses on ending child labor, promoting women's rights, and AIDS awareness.
- http://www.wecaretoo.com/Organizations/IND/sawcr.html

National Advocacy Center
- The Center, which is affiliated with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, advocates for changes in society that improve the lives of women and children. Contact information, goals, and legislative priorities.
- http://www.goodshepherdsistersna.com/Agencys/Maryland/national_advocacy_center.htm

Children's Trust Fund
- Organization which seeks to eliminate child abuse and strengthen families in Massachusetts through programs, publications, and other resources.
- http://www.mctf.org/

National Family Preservation Network
- Resources to assist child welfare agency professionals in preserving families at risk of having children removed, reuniting removed children whenever possible, and encouraging fathers' involvement in their children's lives.
- http://www.nfpn.org/

Parents United for Child Care
- Committed to increasing the supply of quality, affordable child care in Massachusetts.
- http://www.pucc.com/

The Afterschool Alliance
- An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit groups committed to raising awareness and expanding resources for afterschool programs.
- http://afterschoolalliance.org

Lancaster's Promise and Communities That Care
- Resources for parents, mentors, and organizations interested in mentoring programs in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area.
- http://www.mentorhelp.org/

Community Tool Box
- Offers practical guidelines to organizations focused on improving their communities. Topics include leadership, strategic planning, grant writing, and community assessment.
- http://ctb.ku.edu/

The Southern Institute on Children and Families
- Seeks to improve health care, child care, and transportation services for children and families in the South.
- http://www.kidsouth.org/

The Child and Family Policy Center
- The Center, which is affiliated with Vanderbilt University, uses advocacy, research, and education to strengthen children and families.
- http://www.vanderbilt.edu/VIPPS/C&FPC/

Family Re-Union
- Annual child and family conferences moderated by former Vice President Al Gore and Tipper Gore. Reports, speeches, and resources.
- http://www.familyreunion.org