Blog Archive

Infant Mortality Rate at Historic Low

The rate of infant mortality has dropped 34% since 1990 in the United States. This proves to be an all-time low in the country.

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

After exiting foster care, Tiffany struggled to care for her twin boys. Learn about her journey to a brighter future, courtesy of Casey’s LEAP program.

Health Care for Every Child

All children deserve quality health care. Casey urges policymakers to protect health access for kids and families. Learn more.

Adapting the Model: Successful Two-Generation Program Sheds its Residential Approach

A new Casey-funded study raises key questions — and insights — about scaling two-generation programs for single moms and their children. Learn more.

Official Poverty Measure Fails to Provide an Accurate Assessment of Anti-Poverty Programs

A Casey report says the outdated poverty measure from the 1960s fails to reflect how families are doing today or how programs are helping. Learn more.

Report: Philanthropy Must Invest in Grassroots Movements in Atlanta

Grassroots groups and local leaders are tackling Atlanta’s racial wealth gap, but more philanthropic support is needed, a new report finds. Read more.

Meet the 2017 JDAI Distinguished System Leadership Award Winners

Toni Carter, Lisa Garry and Kurt Wolf earned the JDAI award for driving juvenile justice reform through data and partnerships. Read more.

Community Matters Highlights Baltimore Neighborhood's Innovative Approach to Development

A recent Community Matters webinar spotlights how East Baltimore’s Oliver community is reclaiming and reinvesting in its neighborhood from the ground up.

Generating Signals of Safety for Kids in Foster Care

Signals of safety help caregivers build trust with youth who have experienced trauma, fostering healthy connections. Learn more.

Foundation President’s Statement on Freddie Gray Death

After Freddie Gray’s death, Casey’s CEO pledged to help connect Baltimore’s youth and families to community leaders, nonprofits and opportunity. Read more.