Champions for America's Future

06/03/2020

Council for a Strong America President and CEO Barry Ford's statement on the wave of civil unrest in the United States

03/13/2020

Council for a Strong America President and CEO Barry Ford explains the organization's response to the COVID-19 public health emergency

07/12/2019

ICYMI: A longtime contributor to Champions for America's Future, Yolanda L. Jackson, recently passed away after a long battle against cancer. We express our heartfelt condolences to all whose lives were touched by her hard work and dedication to making the world a better place.

A tribute to Yolanda Jackson, who helped recruit numerous influential athletes and coaches to make a difference in the lives of young people as members of Champions for America's Future.

06/10/2019

A closer look at the District C program in North Carolina, which imparts a host of critical, real-world skills to students that prepare them for future success.

06/06/2019

Today, over 25 Champions for America's Future members sent a letter to Congress, urging full funding for the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant, which will help provide mental health services, drug and violence prevention, physical education, and more at a time when investing in those opportunities are as important as ever:

Over 25 members of Champions for America's Future urge Congress to prioritize funding for the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant.

03/11/2019

Behind ReadyNation’s Report on the U.S. Child Care Crisis by Mark Swartz How can the United States ensure that the…

02/28/2019

High-quality child care can help grow the economy, increase public safety, and enhance national security

02/27/2019

Council for a Strong America President and CEO Barry Ford explains the pressing need for lawmakers to act to solve the infant-and-toddler child care crisis

02/13/2019

Over 50 top business leaders from across the country show their support for greater investments in child care, including CCDBG funding, in order to improve the lives of children and to reduce the massive burden the crisis has on our economy.