National, State Scorecard on Children’s Progress Shows Persistent Obstacles to Reaching Milestones A new Casey report shows we must do more to ensure all kids, especially kids of color, have the support needed to reach their full potential and thrive. Read More
June 21 Webinar: Using the Family First Act to Finance Child Welfare Programs The Casey and Grant foundations will host a webinar to help child welfare leaders leverage the Family First Prevention Services Act to enhance their work. Read More
Utah Evidence2Success Community Chooses Priorities for Better Outcomes Leaders in Kearns, Utah — part of Casey’s Evidence2Success initiative — set key goals to boost well-being for local kids and youth. Learn more. Read More
Are Adult Decisions Doing Kids Harm in the Juvenile Justice System? A new video shows how juvenile justice decisions meant to help can harm youth and raise public safety risks by worsening outcomes. Learn more. Read More
Boston Professor Receives Bimel Award for Helping Drive Detention Reforms The Casey Foundation honored William Rodriguez with its 2017 Bimel Award for his work in justice, equality and youth advocacy. Read more. Read More
Rate of Kids Without Health Insurance Hits New Low Rates for children without health insurance fell from 8% in 2010 to 4% in 2016, but disparities by race, income and geography remain. Read More
High Housing Costs a Reality for Millions of Kids in Immigrant Families Across the nation, 41% of kids in immigrant families and 29% of kids in U.S.-born families are living in households grappling with high housing costs. Read More
Statistical Snapshot: Kids in Immigrant Families in America Today In 2014, 1 in 4 U.S. kids — 18 million — came from immigrant families. Most are citizens, but many still face barriers as they grow into adulthood. Read More
In Charlotte, Improving Economic Mobility Through Technology When Keith Clithero launched his Gig Connected web platform in 2018, he had one goal in mind: improve economic mobility in Charlotte, North Carolina. Read More
The Business Case for Economic Inclusion A new report finds Baltimore businesses that prioritize economic inclusion have strengthened community ties, workforce diversity and decision-making. Read More