Blog Archive

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.

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.

More Children Growing Up in Rented Homes

Recent data show that the rate of homeownership is falling in the U.S., which can prevent families from building assets and finding financial security.

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.

Fewer Children in Poverty, But Still Cause for Concern

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, 16 million children lived in poverty in 2013.

Juvenile Detention Reformers Gather in Atlanta, GA

More than 800 juvenile justice professionals from Casey's Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative attended a special two-day conference. Learn more.

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.