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Champions for America's Future

Athletes and coaches promoting policy solutions that level the playing field for at-risk kids

Founded in 2013, Champions for America’s Future now boasts a roster that includes hundreds of prominent athletes, coaches, and sports leaders. From skating legend Peggy Fleming, to Heisman trophy-winner Herschel Walker, to Coach K of Duke University basketball fame, Champion’s members educate policymakers and the public about practices and policies that prepare children to become smart, healthy, active, and productive members of society.

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July 9, 2019

Yolanda L. Jackson: Remembering a Difference-Maker

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.

Blog

  1. June 6, 2019

    Letter to Congress: Prioritize Funding for the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grant

    Letters to Lawmakers

  2. May 7, 2019

    Infant-Toddler Child Care Increases Louisiana's Success

    Report

  3. April 17, 2019

    Infant-Toddler Child Care Challenges Undermine Michigan's Strength

    Brief

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Latest News from Champions for America's Future

  1. January 9, 2019

    Barry Ford Named President and CEO of Council for a Strong America

  2. January 9, 2019

    A Message from President and CEO Barry Ford

  3. September 6, 2018 (Omaha World-Herald)

    How young children are like the Huskers, to Johnny Rodgers' thinking

  4. June 25, 2018 (Times Daily)

    Helping needy youth is a rewarding change

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Olympians and Paralympians Urge Congress to Help Kids Win with Early Learning and Care

Featured Members

Summer Sanders on the Importance of Pre-K and PE

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  1. Angela Hucles

    Olympic Gold Medalist, Soccer

  2. April Holmes

    Paralympic Gold Medalist, Track & Field

  3. Steve Mesler

    Olympic Gold Medalist, 4-man Bobsled

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Champions for America's Future has a presence in almost every state.

In addition to our work nationwide, Champions for America's Future has staffed offices in these states:

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