If this year is like those of the past, children across the nation will spend their holidays sleeping in government office buildings or hotels. They might have a bed. They won’t have a family.

Most Americans have moved on from the longest government shutdown in history, largely unaffected. For many, the only noticeable impact might have been some delays at the airport, resolved just in time for holiday travel. For children living in or near poverty, however, the impact was far greater.

Impact investing aligns private capital with public good. Table Sense explains how this strategy reduces reliance on charity, attracts new partners, and builds a sustainable foundation for youth success.

A look at the data behind youth outcomes in America and the steps Table Sense is taking to rebuild opportunity through smarter policy and investment.