Record Coverage for Kids: 95% of U.S. Children Have Health Insurance The percentage of kids without health insurance has hit a historic low. Just 5% of U.S. kids lack medical insurance coverage, according to new data. Read More
Child Poverty Still Falling — and Close to Pre-Recession Rate The latest data indicate that 19% of U.S. kids are now living in poverty. This translates to 14 million kids across the country growing up poor in 2016. Read More
Helping Public Agencies and Nonprofits Communicate for Evidence-Driven Action A new brief highlights challenges and opportunities for organizations that want to ensure the evidence they share is timely, readily available and clear. Read More
Five Questions with Casey: Paula Young on the Importance of Engaging Youth Casey senior associate Paula Young works to develop partnerships with young leaders to improve well-being for youth transitioning from foster care. Read More
In Detroit and Baltimore, Protecting Residents and the Environment While Boosting Jobs Detroit and Baltimore are pioneering ways to protect residents and the environment during demolitions, per a new Casey Foundation brief. Read More
States Speeding Up Adoption Wait Times According to new data on the KIDS COUNT Data Center, kids are waiting less time to be adopted. Read More
New Report Urges Culturally Responsive Youth Mental Health Programs Supporting youth mental health means honoring culture and identity. A new report provides insights and recommendations. Read More
Buffalo Promise Neighborhood's Caitlin Lenihan Talks Family-Centered Work Caitlin Lenihan shares how Buffalo Promise Neighborhood uses a family-centered approach and why listening, training and evolution matter. Read More
Youth Confinement Rate at a 35-Year Low The youth confinement rate is at its lowest in 35 years. This shows that the decline continues to grow and is declining at a fast pace. Read More
The White House and Experts Explore Low-Cost Randomized Controlled Trials RCTs offer strong evidence on what works, but they’re costly. Learn how Casey and others are finding affordable ways to run them. Read More
