Postsecondary Systems Change Lessons From the Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential (LEAP) Initiative This LEAP brief shares insights into transforming postsecondary systems to improve equity, access and outcomes for youth. Learn more. Read More
Lessons from the Implementation of Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential Learn how the LEAP initiative supports young people facing adversity by integrating education, employment and support services. Read More
Carla Javits is Focused on Jobs (Millions of Them) Carla Javits and Lisa Hamilton discuss how social enterprises can address employment barriers ignored by traditional workforce systems. Learn more. Read More
Brain Frames: Short Tools for Positive Interactions With Youth in Foster Care A new resource, Brain Frames, helps those who work with foster care youth use adolescent brain science to promote healthy outlooks and behaviors. Read More
A Place to Call Home in Atlanta’s Pittsburgh Neighborhood Brandi Oates and her family will soon move into one of 53 homes the Casey Foundation renovated to boost homeownership and community in Atlanta. Read more. Read More
Tiffany’s Story: Making the Change With Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential After exiting foster care, Tiffany struggled to care for her twin boys. Learn about her journey to a brighter future, courtesy of Casey’s LEAP program. Read More
To Be Effective Advocates, Young People Need Support Daniel Mendoza, a Casey Youth Advisory Council member, shares insights on keeping youth with system experience engaged in advocacy. Read More
Helping Funders Address Neighborhood Trauma and Violence Three Casey Foundation leaders spoke at a national conference and shared lessons from supporting trauma-response and violence-intervention efforts. Read More
Opportunity Passport Helps Young People Exiting Foster Care Achieve Economic Gains The Opportunity Passport helps foster youth build financial stability, but economic outcomes vary by race, ethnicity and placement history. Learn more. Read More
The Economic Well-Being of Youth Transitioning From Foster Care Opportunity Passport Participant Survey Results Show Employment Helps Many Thrive Learn how to design effective policies and practices that supply the resources, relationships and opportunities needed to help these young people successfully transition into adulthood. Read More
