Blog Archive

Briefs Explore Decades of Child Welfare Financing Data

A pair of briefs use Child Trends survey data to examine trends in child welfare financing nationwide.

Watch: Nate Balis on the Strength of the JDAI Network

A new video shares insights on JDAI and features Nate Balis’ 2019 address to 800 justice leaders on juvenile justice reform progress.

Casey Fellow in Focus: Helping Kids Meet Early Milestones in Michigan

Kristen McDonald, a recent Children & Family Fellowship grad, uses Results Count tools to drive real change in child well-being. Learn how.

Opinion: Legal System Should Take a Back Seat to Families, Schools and Communities

Nate Balis calls for expanding the use of diversion from the juvenile justice system to better serve young people and communities. Read his essay.

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.

Reflecting on Casey's 2003 Report on the High Cost of Being Poor

This 2003 KIDS COUNT report shows how people in poor communities pay inflated costs for basics like groceries and check cashing. Learn more.

Debra Joy Pérez on Possibilities and Opportunities for Youth

Casey's Vice President for Research, Evaluation and Learning, Debra Joy Pérez, discusses demographic trends and creating pathways to opportunity for youth.

Housing Burden Disproportionately Affects Children of Color

Statistics on how the housing burden disproportionately affects children of color.

Nebraska Receives $1 Million Grant to End Multigeneration Involvement in Foster Care

In Nebraska, 48% of young kids with foster experience have a parent who did too. Help is on the way to break this cycle. Learn more.

How to Respond Effectively When Kids Break the Law

Watch the Casey Foundation's recent Instagram Live discussion for expert insights on responding effectively when kids push boundaries or break the law.