Ten ways community organizations, which may include schools, can link children to Medicaid and other public health insurance programs are listed. They are: (1) disseminate information about the availability of health insurance for children in low-income families; (2) incorporate Medicaid income eligibility screening as part of the program's routine intake procedure; (3) work to make a facility a Medicaid outstation or arrange for visits from Medicaid enrollment workers; (4) conduct Medicaid outreach at special events and in unexpected settings; (5) share information and assist families in applying for Medicaid during home visits; (6) establish a telephone helpline; (7) enlist the support of the business community; (8) use the media to inform the public about the availability of health insurance for children; (9) establish partnerships with schools, which are important places for information dissemination; and (10) work with other organizations and agencies to improve outreach and referral services. (SLD)