Blog Archive

Strengthening Rural Families: Avoiding the Money Trap

This 25-minute video highlights financial problems that plague rural working families — payday loans, high-interest car loans, debt, poor credit and more.

New Federal Standard to Measure Poverty in America

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

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.

Bernalillo County Report Highlights 10 Years of Successful Reform

Learn how a New Mexico town reduced its average daily detention population by almost half over a 10-year period, saving taxpayers $5 million.

Community Matters to Focus on Innovative, Community-Driven Approach to Development in Baltimore

Part of Casey's Community Matters series, an upcoming webinar explores a community-driven effort to reinvest in East Baltimore's Oliver neighborhood.

Expanding Choices for Evidence-Based Programming

With Casey support, Blueprints expanded its evidence-based programs to help communities find youth development models that meet their specific needs.

One-Third of U.S. Kids Live in Families Burdened by Housing Costs

One in three U.S. kids — 25 million — live in homes burdened by high housing costs, though rates are now below pre-Great Recession levels. Learn more.