Podcast Archive

Casey and NORC Tap Three Scholars of Color for Research Awards

With Casey support, three early-career scholars of color won $10,000 each to study low-income families using Making Connections data. Learn more.

Reading Proficiency in Early Grades Key to Closing Achievement Gap

New research summarized in Casey's report, Early Warning Confirmed, demonstrates the importance of reading proficiency by third grade. Read more.

Honoring Its Roots, JDAI Selects Florida for National Conference

Casey will mark 25 years of JDAI at its Orlando conference — honoring reforms that began in Broward County more than two decades ago. Learn more.

A Bold 10-Year Goal for Affordable Housing in the Coachella Valley

Lift to Rise has laid out a Results Count-informed affordable housing plan for low-income residents of the Coachella Valley. Learn more.

Helping Young People Reconnect With School

"Effective Program Features and Practices for Reengaging Young Adults" explores how innovative programs are helping young people reconnect with education. Download the report.

Using What Works Series: New Strategic Financing Webinar Recording and Tools

A Casey Foundation webinar shared tools from Evidence2Success, outlining funding strategies for programs benefiting kids and families nationwide.

Ensuring Equity in Government Contracting During a Time of Crisis

A Casey Foundation handout shows how governments can boost jobs and business growth in low-income and minority communities through contracts.

A Family First Q&A: Apply for Federal Kinship Funds by July 20

The Administration for Children and Families is funding kinship programs to help kids thrive, with application open through July 20, 2018.

Watch Our Webinar: Preparing Young People for Workplace Success

During a recent webinar, experts from the Casey Foundation and Child Trends examined new ways to help prepare young people for workplace success.

Giving Former Prisoners Positive Returns

Rodney Evans, a former addict, rebuilt his life with Project RETURN. The Casey Foundation supports reentry efforts to reduce recidivism and aid families.