Corey Steel Named Deputy Probation Administrator in Nebraska Corey Steel was selected as the new deputy probation administrator for juvenile services for the Office of Probation Administration in Nebraska. Read more. Read More
Child Poverty Remains Steady in 2012 After Four-Year Rise Child poverty held at 23%; thirty-eight states and D.C. saw rates stay the same or drop from 2011-2012, but most remain above pre-recession levels. Read More
Southwest Key Programs Awarded National Council of La Raza 2013 Affiliate of the Year Southwest Key Programs, a National Council of La Raza (NCLR) affiliate, has been honored for the their efforts to help Latino youth succeed. Read more. Read More
Borrowing to Make Ends Meet: The Growth of Credit Card Debt in the '90s This study is the first report in a series examining the relationship between credit card debt and economic security in the United States. Read More
Increased Public Safety in Atlanta's Pittsburgh Neighborhood The Preservation of Pittsburgh Master Plan includes specific strategies for increasing police presence and public safety in the Atlanta neighborhood. Read More
Re-examining the Foster Care Review Process Extended Foster Care as a Catalyst for Improved Practices and Better Outcomes This brief gives government jurisdictions advice and ideas on implementing quality oversight and review processes for young adults in extended foster care. It is a product of Success Beyond 18, a national campaign by the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative aimed at forging a better path for young people who are transitioning from foster care to adulthood. Read More
Five Questions with Casey: Barbara Squires on Social Sector Leadership Barbara Squires, Casey's director of Leadership Development, discusses advancing public sector leadership for kids and families. Read More
Extending Foster Care Beyond 18: Getting Started Thanks to the Fostering Connections Act, states have an unprecedented opportunity to expand foster care support beyond the age of 18. This brief helps leaders navigate the new law, design effective programs for young adults and estimate the fiscal impact of extending their state’s foster care finish line. Read More
Achieving the Anchor Promise Improving Outcomes for Low-Income Children, Families and Communities Interviews with anchor institutions (hospitals, universities, etc.), government leaders and community leaders help establish common ground for measuring the potential impact large businesses could have on surrounding neighborhoods. Read More
The Center for Working Families Inc. Helps Return $1.5 Million to the Community The Center for Working Families in Atlanta prepared over 1,000 tax returns this spring, resulting in more than $1.5M in refunds for low-income families. Read More
