Blog Archive

Capturing the Big Ideas to Create More Jobs

Big Ideas for Jobs is an online portal where officials, business leaders and local leaders share ideas, learn from each other and highlight solutions.

Ryan Chao Named Vice President of Civic Sites and Community Change

Ryan Chao, former Satellite Housing director, was named VP of Civic Sites & Community Change, overseeing key investments in Baltimore and Atlanta.

McCarthy Speaks at Community and Diversity in American Life Colloquium

Former Casey President Patrick McCarthy spoke at the Community & Diversity in American Life Forum, focusing on how to strengthen families and communities.

Casey Vice President Lisa Hamilton Addresses the KIDS COUNT Network

Casey's Vice President of External Affairs Lisa Hamilton gave the keynote at the annual gathering of the KIDS COUNT network in Baltimore in 2011.

Reliance on Incarcerating Youth Offenders Not Paying Off for States, Taxpayers or Kids, Report Finds

A Casey Foundation report, No Place for Kids: The Case for Reducing Juvenile Incarceration, offers evidence that shows incarcerating kids doesn't work.

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.

Faith in Communities

The Casey Foundation helps faith-based organizations, like the Providence In-town Churches Association Food Pantry, expand their community service efforts.