Blog Archive

Webinar: Young People Share Insights on Getting and Keeping Youth Involved in Programs

A Casey webinar offers young people’s perspectives on youth engagement and retention strategies — what worked and what didn't.

How One Colorado County Cut its Child Welfare Hiring Time by More Than Half

Jefferson County, CO cut hiring time for child welfare roles through the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s On the Frontline initiative. Learn how.

Douglas Nelson Talks Early Education with Baltimore Leaders

Former Casey President Douglas W. Nelson spoke to Baltimore Leadership in Action as they launched the Five-Year Plan for Achieving School Readiness.

American Indian and African American Kids More Likely to Experience Multiple Adverse Events

This post reports on kids experiencing multiple adverse events and dissects the data by race and ethnicity. Read which kids are most at risk.

Juvenile Detention Reform in Baltimore in the Year of Freddie Gray

Baltimore advanced youth detention reform with help from the Casey Foundation, spurred by 2015’s unrest following Freddie Gray’s death. Learn more.

Federal Grant Gives Evidence2Success Efforts in Utah a Boost

The Kearns Community Coalition received a $625,000 grant to curb teen alcohol and e-cigarette use in Salt Lake County. Learn about their efforts.

Community Matters Highlights Finance Strategies for Community Change

A Casey webinar explores creative ways to fund economic growth in low-income areas, spotlighting public, private and philanthropic investments. Watch now.

New Book from Rutheiser Highlights Program’s Success in Closing the Opportunity Gap

Charles Rutheiser’s new book highlights five decades of Sponsors for Educational Opportunity. Proceeds support the program’s all-volunteer mission.

Watch it: Patrick McCarthy on Casey’s Juvenile Justice Work

At the 2016 NCSL Summit, Casey Foundation CEO Patrick McCarthy gave a brief video interview on the Foundation’s juvenile justice work.

Supporting Expectant and Parenting Youth in Foster Care and Their Children

New York City and Sacramento County will implement comprehensive policies to meet the needs of expectant and parenting youth in foster care and their kids.