Blog Archive

A Model Move: Trauma Informed Community Building

A new report explores how trauma-informed community building can boost resilience and social ties among residents facing deep trauma. Learn more.

New to the Neighborhood – and Loving It

Meghan Thomas, a mom and new real estate agent, was the first to buy a renovated home in Atlanta’s Pittsburgh area as part of a major rehab project.

Casey Foundation Grantee Featured in Policy & Practice

Case Commons was praised in Policy & Practice for advancing tech-savvy casework in public human services. Learn more.

Two New Casey Initiatives to Focus on Education and Employment for Youth, Young Adults

To help young people succeed, the Casey Foundation is launching two efforts to expand access to education, training and jobs this September. Learn more.

States Speeding Up Adoption Wait Times

According to new data on the KIDS COUNT Data Center, kids are waiting less time to be adopted.

Diversity Among U.S. Child Population Continues to Increase

Kids of color will represent a majority of children in the United States by 2018, according to Census Bureau projections.

Children Who Are Adopted by Relatives on the Rise

New data from the KIDS COUNT Data Center show that the number of kids being adopted by relatives is on the rise.

Creating Safer Communities: Lessons on Violence Prevention

How can neighborhoods prevent violence and promote safety? Experts from around the country recently shared their approaches to increasing community safety.

In Pursuit of Normalcy: Better Care for Children in Foster Care

Casey CEO Patrick McCarthy told the White House a new law promises more normalcy for kids and parents in foster care. Learn more.

Casey Sponsors KIDS COUNT-focused Pre-conference Session at National Forum on Family Philanthropy

The Casey Foundation will host a free KIDS COUNT session for funders at the Family Philanthropy Forum on improving child and family well-being. Learn more.