Blog Archive

Casey Seeks Grant Proposals for Baltimore Workforce Initiatives

The Casey Foundation seeks proposals for East Baltimore job programs. Grants up to $300K will fund efforts combining training, services and placements.

Webinar to Examine Strategies for Promoting Equity With the Family First Act

The Casey and Grant foundations will host a webinar in April 2019 to explore how child welfare leaders can use the Family First Act to achieve equity.

Community Canvassing Program Connects Atlantans With Workforce Training

An Atlanta pilot uses face-to-face canvassing to connect residents with jobs and workforce training opportunities. Learn 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.

A New Opportunity for States: Parents and Children Thriving Together Initiative

States can apply by Aug. 10 for Parents and Children Thriving Together, supporting two-gen strategies led by NGA and the Center for Law and Social Policy.

Teen Birth Rate at Historic Low

Teen births hit a record low in 2012: 305,000 teens gave birth, down from 60 to 29 per 1,000 between 1990 and 2012. Learn more.

What a Difference a Decade Makes: Youth Detention Population Drops 44%

Youth detention has dropped 44% since 2003, but Black youth remain overrepresented despite declines across all racial and ethnic groups. Learn more.

A Message from Our President & CEO on Ferguson

Casey Foundation President & CEO Patrick McCarthy shares his thoughts on recent events in Ferguson, Missouri.

Five Questions with Casey: Gail Hayes on Early Childhood Education

Gail Hayes, former director of Casey's Atlanta Civic Site, discusses efforts to deliver quality early childhood education at the state and national level.