Blog Archive

One in Eight Babies Born Preterm in 2010

One in eight babies in 2010 were born prematurely in the United States. Babies born before term are at greater risk of encountering developmental problems.

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.

New Federal Standard to Measure Poverty in America

The Annie E. Casey Foundation calls for a new federal standard to measure poverty in America.

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.

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.

Informing and Influencing Public Policy

Learn how Doug Nelson, former president and CEO of the Casey Foundation, shaped and influenced public policy during his 20 years of leadership.

Casey Foundation Seeks New Sites for Evidence2Success Framework

The Casey Foundation seeks proposals from communities to join Evidence2Success, a framework to boost child well-being. Apply by May 28, 2015.

Recession Increases Number of Children Living in Low-Income Families by 7% to 31 Million

According to the Casey Foundation's 2011 KIDS COUNT Data Book, the last decade has seen a decline in economic well-being for low-income kids and families.

McCarthy Recognizes Key Source of Neighborhood Data

Patrick McCarthy discussed the role of data in decision-making, praising the National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership for providing reliable research.

Program Recruits Second Class to Build Pipeline of Diverse Leaders in Evaluation Field

The Casey Foundation is recruiting the next cohort of Leaders in Equitable Evaluation and Diversity. Applications are being accepted through April 14.