Blog Archive

Does Your Child Welfare Agency Have a Practice Model?

Top child welfare agencies use practice models to partner with families and stay goal-focused — key to strong performance, per the Casey Foundation.

Introducing Atlanta’s 2016 Community Investment Fund Recipients

Atlanta’s Community Investment Fund named 15 new 2016 grant recipients, supporting projects from gardens to youth-animal partnerships across the city.

Detention Reform Pays Off: Bed Reductions Are Saving JDAI Sites More Than $100 Million Per Year

JDAI sites are saving millions of dollars because of population reductions.

Baltimore Becomes Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative Site

The Annie E. Casey Foundation and Baltimore City have partnered to launch the newest Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative site in Baltimore.

Crowdfunding Empowers Baltimore Businesses

Entrepreneurs in Baltimore are leveraging crowdfunding to launch and grow their businesses. Learn more.

Five Questions with Casey: Bonnie Howard and the Power of Partnerships

Bonnie Howard leads Casey’s national partnerships, managing investments that help improve the lives of kids and families. Learn more.

Exploring the Overlooked Role of Culture in Helping Kids of Color Succeed

A Casey Foundation case study explores the pivotal role that culture plays in shaping programs and practices aimed at leveling the field for kids of color.

2014 State Data Books from the KIDS COUNT Network

An ongoing listing of state fact and data books from the KIDS COUNT Network for 2014.

Building a More Inclusive Economy in the South

As low-skill jobs decline, southern states are key to helping residents adapt to a changing economy, says a Casey Foundation-funded report. Learn more.