About
Areas of Focus
Commitment to Impact
We are dedicated to supporting kids and families in California, serving as the central hub for information, innovation, policy, and practice for CalKIDS and broader asset-building initiatives for kids and families. Located within the School of Education and Information Studies at UCLA, our Institute leverages the university’s extensive academic resources and research capabilities. This strategic placement enables us to harness UCLA’s expertise to address complex socioeconomic challenges effectively.
Collaboration and Partnership
We prioritize collaboration and partnerships as crucial to advancing effective practices and policies, and to building lasting solutions. By working closely with national experts, the State Treasurer’s Office, and the ScholarShare Investment Board, we ensure our efforts are impactful and well-coordinated.
Innovation & Replicable Programs
We design, implement, and evaluate innovative and scalable programs to enhance awareness and engagement with CalKIDS, ensuring that children fully benefit from its proven positive impact. Our approach involves creating and piloting new programs, extracting insights, and expanding successful models.
Research & Evaluation
Our research focuses on identifying key study areas, analyzing program implementation and impact, and offering data-driven recommendations to enhance effectiveness and contribute to the broader knowledge base.
Policy Advancement
We focus on advancing public policy solutions to ensure equitable access and optimal engagement with CalKIDS, as well as with broader wealth-building account programs for kids and families.