National Organizations
Alliance on Early Childhood Finance
The Alliance was established to address the need for deeper, more comprehensive and sophisticated exploration of Early Care and Education finance. The Alliance seeks to lead a national conversation, and to engage a wide range of stakeholders - from government, business, philanthropy, as well as among the provider community and the families they serve.
Center for Special Education Finance (CSEF)
Established to address fiscal policy questions related to the delivery and support of special education services throughout the United States and disseminate up-to-date information to stakeholders at all levels.
Families USA
Serve as a consumer clearinghouse for information about the health care system and is a network of organizations and individuals working for the consumer perspective in national and state health policy. Network members include The Medicaid Advocacy Network, The Children's Health Campaign, and The Medicare Action Network. A particularly useful resources is their Covering Services for Children with Special Needs Under Medicaid, The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and Private Insurance (2003).
Family Voices
A national, grassroots clearinghouse for information and education concerning the health care of children with special health needs and related public financing programs.
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the primary Federal agency for improving access to health care services for people who are uninsured, isolated or medically vulnerable.
IDEA Infant and Toddler Coordinator's Association (ITCA)
A membership organization for state Part C coordinators that promotes mutual assistance, cooperation, and exchange of information and ideas in the administration of Part C of the IDEA. ITCA produces a national Finance Survey Report on Part C systems on a biennial basis.
The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)
Conducts policy analysis; provides training and technical assistance to states; produces informational resources; and convenes state, regional, and national forums.