Blog Archive

Watch Our Webinar: Transformational Relationships and Youth Success

A new webinar hosted by the Casey Foundation explores transformational relationships and how they can support youth success.

Book Shares Insights Culled From an Inspiring Career Serving Children and Families

A new book by KVC’s former CEO shares lessons from 30+ years of work to improve the lives of kids and families nationwide. Learn more.

Three in 10 U.S. Kids are Overweight or Obese

In 2015-2016, 31% of U.S. children ages 10 to 17 were categorized as overweight or obese.

Child Welfare Professionals Weigh in on ARC Reflections

Child welfare leaders embrace ARC Reflections, a new curriculum supporting foster parents and caregivers of children who have experienced trauma.

Momentum Builds in States to End the Youth Prison Model

America’s youth prison model, focused on control and punishment, worsens trauma and limits growth, prompting a shift away nationwide. Learn more.

Keeping the Family Conversation Alive: Supporting Permanence Among Youth in Foster Care

A new guide from the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative offers advice on fostering permanence for youth in care, based on the latest brain research.

Improving Foster Care for Young People of Color

Systemic barriers lead to unequal outcomes for youth of color in foster care. Learn how the Casey Foundation is driving change for fairer results.

Funders Provide $3.3 Million Boost to Summer Programs for Baltimore Youth

Eleven charitable organizations, including the Casey Foundation, have provided more than $3.3M in support of the Baltimore Summer Funding Collaborative.