New trustees will provide leadership to help further the agency’s work in the community
CINCINNATI (July 22, 2026)—4C for Children has appointed four new members to its Board of Trustees:
“We are thrilled to have each of these new board members join the effort to help ensure that every child in Southwest Ohio and Miami Valley has access to quality early education and care,” said Steph-anie Byrd, chair of the 4C for Children Board of Trustees. “Each new board member brings valuable leadership experience, diverse expertise and a shared commitment to advancing our mission of ensur-ing children, families and early childhood educators have the resources they need to thrive.”
The four new board members will each serve three-year terms and join 16 other Cincinnati and Day-ton area volunteer trustees in providing leadership to guide 4C for Children’s work in the community. “I am pleased to welcome these outstanding community leaders to our Board of Trustees,” said Dean Woodring, president/CEO of 4C for Children. “Their knowledge, perspectives, and passion for serving children and families will strengthen our agency as we continue to expand our impact throughout the communities and regions we serve.”
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About 4C for Children:
What if every child in our community had access to the very best care and education—right from the beginning?4C for Children is leading the way toward that future for Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley. Founded in 1972, we work to give the youngest children a strong start in life—by supporting everyone who cares for them. We believe that when
a child gets a solid foundation in those crucial early years, they’ll be successful throughout their life. Learn more at 4cforchildren.org.
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