Blog Archive

Apply for Atlanta-based Leadership Program to Improve Third-Grade Reading

The Casey Foundation seeks candidates in child- and family-serving fields in Atlanta for an intensive leadership program to boost third-grade reading.

Measuring Disparities in Child Welfare Systems: Five Lessons

For 20 years, Casey has helped child welfare agencies keep kids safe and address racial disparities using tools like the Relative Rate Index.

Ways to Limit Foster Care to Those Who Need It

Foster care numbers rose over three years. Casey urges using proven strategies to ensure only kids truly needing care enter the system.

Rafael López Envisions a Better National Foster Care System

Lisa Hamilton talks with Rafael López about fixing child welfare to better support kids and families in crisis — and where the system falls short today.

McCarthy Recognizes Key Source of Neighborhood Data

Patrick McCarthy discussed the role of data in decision-making, praising the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership for providing reliable research.

Sharing Data to Benefit Kids: A Guide for Child Welfare and Education Systems

A new guide highlights how child welfare and education agencies can collaborate to share data and better support vulnerable children. Learn more.

Supporting De’Jon With Opportunities to Reach His Potential

Youth in trouble need support, not prison. A new video shows how two caring adults helped a young man find guidance, education and opportunity.

Team Decision Making: A Better Way To Assess Child Safety

Team decision making brings families, community members and others together to assess safety and find the best plan to protect a child. Learn more.

Changing the Narrative About Youth of Color in Atlanta

The Casey Foundation’s (ad)Vantage Point program helps young men of color express their stories through art, guided by artist Fahamu Pecou. Learn more.