What We Do

Building systems that work for children and families.

We help state and local leaders use funding, policy, and systems design to improve education and care in their communities, equitably and sustainably.

Our Work

What We Do

Reimagining systems, policies, and practices to improve lives

Our Work

Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures.

Afton is built to help tackle the most pressing and complex societal challenges, with a primary focus on education.

Early Care and Education

Create coherent early childhood systems that align policies, resources, and supports for children & families.

K-12 Education

Funding strategy and systems design for states, districts, and the students they serve.

Public Charter Schools

Strengthen the financial foundations that help high-quality public charter schools endure and grow.

Illinois governor’s office | State of Illinois

“With Afton, we got the very best of what a consultant can be. Beyond providing technical expertise and great process facilitation, the Afton team were true partners in the work—sharpening our thinking and communication to address the complex challenges and opportunities our state was facing.”

Theresa Hawley, Center for Early Learning Funding Equity

How We Do It

Complex challenges require more than a copy/paste solution.

Our team has sat in the seats our clients hold inside state agencies, school systems, and social impact organizations. We pair that experience with rigorous research and genuine community engagement to help facilitate decisions based on evidence and public buy-in. And we we stick around through implementation to make sure the change is sustainable.

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