Removing Barriers to Everyday Experiences: Normalcy and Foster Care The Casey Foundation’s Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative addresses challenges faced by youth in foster care and aims to make their experiences as typical when compared to thier peers not in custody. Read More
Evaluating LEAP’s Early Years A new study from nonprofit research firm MDRC evaluates the early implementation of models by LEAP partnerships to help youth succeed in school and work. Read More
Tips to Help Young Parents Cope During the Coronavirus Pandemic This one-page resource, produced by the Annie E. Casey Foundation during the coronavirus pandemic, offers helpful tips for young parents who are raising families at a stressful time. Read More
Casey Foundation Announces Tenth Class of Children and Family Fellows Outstanding human service and social change leaders from 13 states will develop results-based leadership skills to build bright futures for children and families. Read More
Straight to the Source: A KIDS COUNT Demographer Talks All Things Data This episode of CaseyCast covers all things data with the Population Reference Bureau's Linda Jacobsen, a veteran demographer who helps collect and analyze the child-well being statistics featured in the KIDS COUNT Data Book. Read More
Results Count Realizes Gains in Reading and Math Proficiency In one Minneapolis neighborhood, kids have made significant improvements in math and reading — all thanks to a Results Count and a long-term effort by the Northside Achievement Zone and an array of government, nonprofit and civic partners. Read More
Report: The Pitfalls of Group Placements and Value of Prevention and Family Care A new report calls on child welfare systems to stop placing kids in group settings. It also shares evidence-based policy recommendations that promote family-based alternatives. Read More
Medical Debt Resource Roundup This post spotlights resources that explore how crippling medical debt is undercutting the financial well-being of families in the South and what potential solutions exists. Read More
Foundation Welcomes First Class of Rising Leaders for Results Fellows The Casey Foundation has welcomed its inaugural class of Rising Leaders for Results. Learn about these leaders. Read More
Fiscal Sponsors and Baltimore’s Grassroots Organizations A new report outlines how funders can better support organizations without 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status — particularly those led by people of color — along with the fiscal sponsors on which they rely. Read More