History
In 1989, the Governor’s Task Force on Children, Youth and Families, launched KIDS COUNT, a nationwide, project funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation to publish annual, statewide “Data Books” to educate the public and policymakers about the needs and conditions of children.
In 1995, The Task Force changed its name to the West Virginia KIDS COUNT Fund. Now, simply called West Virginia KIDS COUNT, the organization has continued to publish a yearly data book as well as lead efforts, create programs and host events that raise awareness and continue the commitment to making West Virginia a “great place to be a kid”, visit website.
History Timeline
Click on the arrows to see the history of West Virginia KIDS COUNT.
