Helpful Links

● Local Advocacy ●
United Way of Rock River Valley
- http://www.unitedwayrrv.org
United Way of Boone County
- http://uwboonecounty.org
Alignment Rockford
This important non-profit initiative is an innovative and collaborative framework for improving Rockford's schools that facilitates the coordinated alignment of community resources with the strategic plan of Rockford Public Schools District 205.

The goal is to engage a diverse group of public and private organizations in a cooperative and focused effort to support the academic and social needs of Rockford's youth. The result will be a positive impact on public school achievement, the well-being of our children, and the economic and social advancement of our community.
- http://alignmentrockford.com
Rockford Health Council
Mission is to build and improve community health in our region, through education, action, and advocacy. - View website
● Local Parenting/Community Activities Websites ●
Go Rockford
- http://www.gorockford.com
Moms Every Day Rockford
- http://www.momseveryday.com/rockford
Rockford Parent
- http://rockfordparent.com
Rockford Public Library Community Website
- View Website
● Education and Parenting Resources ●
Advocacy Pre-K Now
- http://www.preknow.org
Illinois Early Learning
Also includes parenting "Tip Sheets" on a variety of subjects.
- http://illinoisearlylearning.org
Ounce of Prevention
- View Website
Common Sense Media
Helps parents review media such as movies and games to ensure that they are age appropriate for their children and provides other useful information. - http://www.commonsensemedia.org
● National Advocacy ●
America's Promise Alliance
The America's Promise Alliance is the nation's largest multi-sector collaborative dedicated to the well-being of children and youth.
- View Website
American Academy of Pediatrics
Website for parents and pediatricians to find resources for children's health and welfare. - http://www.aap.org
American Academy of Pediatrics Healthy Weight Site
Info for families, health care professionals and communities.
- View Website