Advocates Seek School Success Strategies for Youth in Foster Care Two years ago, Jim Casey Young Fellows Scentrellis Dixon and Shimaine Quimbley launched a youth group to support foster kids’ academic success. Read more. Read More
New Research Explores Intersection of Community Safety and Health A special edition of Health Affairs highlights how community safety and health intersect, stressing the need for local strategies to reduce violent crime. Read More
A Focus on African Culture Yields Literacy Gains for Black Kids in the Twin Cities A Minnesota-based nonprofit is using culturally relevant approaches to improve student achievement and increase parent engagement. Read More
Casey-Funded Report Documents the Criminalization of Poverty Maryland policies burden the poor with fines and fees, leading to unnecessary arrests and jail time, a Casey-funded report finds. Learn more. Read More
Leadership Development Program Announces First Class of Child Health Advocates The first Children’s Health Leadership Network class includes 16 leaders from 14 states, bringing together public health, policy and nonprofit experts. Read More
Supporting Partners and Staff: Our Response to COVID-19 Lisa Hamilton shares Casey’s initial response to the global pandemic. Read to learn more about our efforts to support grantees, partners and staff. Read More
Watch: Funding Evidence-Based Programs in Child Welfare With the Family First Act A Casey and Grant foundations webinar highlights funding streams for evidence-based child welfare programs, focusing on the Family First Act. Read More
How Technical Assistance Providers Can Advance Equity in Implementation A new guide shows technical assistance providers how to develop strategies that advance equity. Learn more now. Read More
Generation Z Breaks Records in Education and Health Despite Growing Economic Instability of Families Gen Z broke records in education and health indicators despite growing up during an economic downturn, according to the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book. Read More
Our Statement on George Floyd’s Death, Nationwide Protests and the Work Ahead George Floyd’s death highlights ongoing injustice. Casey’s mission focuses on removing barriers for children and youth of color. Learn more about equity. Read More
