Leading change for children, families, and communities

While Others Ask Why,
We Ask Why Not?

We see every challenge as an untapped opportunity, and not a barrier, just another door to a new beginning, so that broken systems can be re-imagined as the next breakthrough.

For more than 50 years we have acted as the collective strength in the State of Ohio, advocating, educating, innovating, and sustainably improving behavioral health outcomes for children, young adults, and families.

Once We See It,
We Build It.

Propose. Pilot. Prove.

We have authored, piloted, and implemented numerous programs to expand the capacity of Ohio’s system of care and strengthen outcomes for children and families. Over time, we’ve learned that both what we do and how we do it set us apart. We don’t stop at identifying challenges or advocating for change—we ask “why not,” lean into the hard work, and develop, pilot, and prove real solutions. It’s how we move from ideas to solutions that take hold across Ohio’s system
of care.

The Power of
Empowerment

The Collaborative is a nonprofit affiliate of the Ohio Children’s Alliance consisting of more than 40 community agencies who work together to advance value-based care and social services innovation across the state.

Events and Education

System of Care Summit

System of Care Summit
October 26-27, 2026
Renaissance Columbus
Westerville-Polaris,
Columbus, OH 43230

Annual Spring Conference

Annual Spring Conference
April 4-6, 2027
Hilton Columbus Polaris
Columbus, OH 43230

Let’s Elevate Ohio

At our core, we exist to support children, youth, and families across Ohio. Now more than ever, your support strengthens the work we do together.