Blog Archive

Evidence2Success in Providence: A Report on Implementation

A new report, Evidence2Success in Providence: Using Programs That Work, provides an overview of the model’s implementation in the two pilot neighborhoods in Providence, Rhode Island — Casey’s first Evidence2Success community.

Discussing Disconnected Youth Data and Reengagement Strategies

Registration is now open for a March 30 webinar focused on serving youth who are not working or in school — commonly called disconnected youth.

Five Questions With Casey: Samantha Mellerson Talks Capacity Building

Samantha Mellerson is the Foundation’s senior associate for capacity building. She works to strengthen nonprofits so that they can help children and families — regardless of their race, class, ethnicity or hometown — reach their potential.

Ryan Chao Named Vice President of Civic Sites and Community Change

Ryan Chao, the current executive director of Berkeley, Calif.-based Satellite Housing, was selected to be vice president of Civic Sites and Community Change. He will oversee the Foundation’s community change investments, including its most significant community transformation initiatives in Baltimore and Atlanta.

Reflections on Juvenile Justice Reform from Bart Lubow

Bart Lubow, retiring director of the Juvenile Justice Strategy Group, reflects on his career at Casey.

Tiffany’s Story: Making the Change With Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential

After exiting foster care, Tiffany struggled to care for her two twin boys. In this blog post, she reflects on her journey from hard times to a brighter future, courtesy of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s LEAP program.

Youth Grantmakers Select Baltimore Funding Recipients

A Casey-funded effort selects young people to serve as grantmakers. Learn about who they supported this year.

Pennsylvania Launches JDAI in Four Counties

Pennsylvania is one of the newest states to join JDAI, with sites in Lancaster, Lehigh, Philadelphia, and Allegheny counties agreeing to implement detention reform.

Under Armour and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Join Funders to Support Summer Programs for Baltimore Youth

Under Armour and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) are joining nine of Baltimore’s largest charitable and nonprofit organizations to support high-quality summer programs for the city’s children and youth in low-income families. The deadline for applications is 5 p.m. Friday, February 17, 2017.