Company Research Report: CHILDREN AT RISK
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
Name: CHILDREN AT RISK
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.
When Was the Company Founded and By Whom
Established: 1989
Founded by: Houston child advocates and researchers
Key People in the Company
Key Leadership:
- Dr. Robert Sanborn - President & CEO
- Caroline Roberts, JD - General Counsel & Senior Director of Public Policy
- Charanya Ravikumar - Chief Development Officer
- Diana Del Pilar - Chief of School Performance
- Erica Raggett - Director of Collaborative Philanthropy
- Gina Martinez - Regional Director of El Paso & Texas Border
- Kim Kofron - Senior Director of Education
- Libby Roberts Camp - Chief Growth Officer
- Linda Corchado - Senior Director of Immigration
- Luis Negreros - Chief Financial Officer
- Mandi Sheridan Kimball - Vice President & Chief Government Affairs Officer
- Michelle Bowman - Director of Special Events
Where is the Company Headquartered
Headquarters: 2900 Weslayan Suite 400, Houston, TX 77027, United States
Number of Employees
No information is available.
Revenue of the Company
No information is available.
What is the Company Known For
Known For: CHILDREN AT RISK is renowned for its non-partisan research and advocacy efforts targeting the root causes of child poverty and inequality. The organization encompasses critical areas such as education, health, safety, anti-human trafficking, and support for immigrant children, and has been a voice for Texas' most vulnerable children for over 35 years.
Products
What Products Do They Offer
1. Data & Research
- Description & Key Features: Research and data collection on the needs of Texas children and families, driving evidence-based policy recommendations.
2. Policy Advocacy
- Description & Key Features: Development of impactful policy recommendations based on research, aimed at informing policymakers for legislative change.
3. Collaboration
- Description & Key Features: Partnering with organizations across Texas to support research, provide regional insights, and amplify advocacy efforts through collective action.
Specific Initiatives:
- Education, Health, and Safety & Opportunities:
- Early Childhood Education, K-12 Education, Parenting, Health and Nutrition, Immigrant Children, Anti-Human Trafficking.
Recent Developments
What are the Recent Developments in the Company
2023 and 2024 Key Initiatives and Achievements:
- Annual Education Summit (2024): Focused on innovative strategies for enhancing education systems in Texas.
- STEM Summit (October 2024): Reimagined career pathways in STEM, highlighting education and industry collaborations.
- State of El Paso Children Event (2024): An inaugural community event focusing on improving child well-being in the region.
What are the New Products Launched
No information is available.
What are the New Features Added to the Existing Products
New Developments in Existing Initiatives:
- Legislative District One-Pagers: Analysis of early childhood education landscapes across Texas House and Senate districts.
- Educational Workshops and Summits: Enhanced features ensuring greater collaboration and networking amongst key education and child-welfare stakeholders.
Any New Partnerships
- Partnership with Texas Family Leadership Council: Commitment to addressing systemic racism and disparities impacting Texas children.
- Collaboration with Shell USA Company Foundation: Involvement in educational summits focusing on equity and access for all students.
Conclusion:
CHILDREN AT RISK continues to be a formidable force in driving systemic change within Texas for the betterment of children’s lives through research, data, and advocacy. By engaging in extensive collaborations and evolving its initiatives to meet current and future challenges, the organization aims to make Texas a prime environment for children to grow, thrive, and succeed.
