Blog Archive

Minnesota in Focus: The KIDS COUNT Chart-topper Talks Success

For the second year in a row, Minnesota topped the nation’s KIDS COUNT Index for overall child well-being. Learn why.

Generation Z Breaks Records in Education and Health Despite Growing Economic Instability of Families

Gen Z broke records in education and health indicators despite growing up during an economic downturn, according to the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book.

Engaging Parents as Key Partners in Closing the Vocabulary Gap

Research shows a vocabulary gap between kids raised in poverty and those from middle-income families. Parents can be key partners in closing the gap.

Who Is Generation Z?

The 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book explores data on America’s Generation Z. Learn how this demographic group differs from their predecessors.

Look for the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book on June 21

Casey's annual KIDS COUNT Data Book will be released in June 2016. The report measures the well-being of kids in the U.S., including D.C. and Puerto Rico.

Summit Stresses Developing Leaders of Color for Social Change

The Casey Foundation funded the inaugural Brioxy White House Summit for Innovators of Color, to develop a diverse pipeline of young social change leaders.

New Publication Profiles Latest Class of Children and Family Fellows

A new report shows how Casey’s Children & Family Fellows work on behalf of kids, families and communities — and what they hope to accomplish.

Embedding Race Equity and Inclusion: A Report from the Baltimore and Atlanta Civic Sites

A new report documents the Casey Foundation’s efforts to embed a race equity lens in its programmatic units in Baltimore and Atlanta. Read more.

Study: Foster Youth Fare Better When They Receive Care Until 21

Kids who stayed in foster care until age 19 had better education and health outcomes than kids who were no longer in custody, according to recent findings.