Pursuit of the Dream Cars & Jobs in America Using three real-life stories, this guide details the common pitfalls preventing families from reaching better opportunities and a better quality of life. Read More
Strengthening Rural Families By the Numbers: Using Data to Drive Action on Behalf of Children and Families This brief illustrates how data collection and analysis can influence decisions to improve the well-being of low-income working families in Minnesota. Read More
When Should the State Cease Parenting? Evidence from the Midwest Study This study presents the case for extending the age for federal foster care reimbursement to states from 18 to 21. Read More
Connecting the Dots: Growth, Work, and Prosperity This report maps out the findings and recommendations of groups in various sectors that have examined what it will take to build a stronger Connecticut. Read More
Casey Connects: Winter 2007 Momentum Building in the Quest for Permanent Family Connections Casey Connects focuses on efforts to ensure young people exit foster care with a lifelong, caring connection. It’s a national movement gaining momentum. Read More
Family Strengthening Writ Large On Becoming a Nation that Promotes Strong Families and Successful Youth This report advocates a simple premise: Strong families = positive outcomes for children. Read More
The Dangers of Detention The Impact of Incarcerating Youth in Detention and Other Secure Facilities This brief looks at the consequences of detention on kids and communities and the positive results from Casey’s Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative. Read More
Summary of Research Findings: Awareness, Use and Perceptions of KIDS COUNT Among Congressional Staff A KIDS COUNT Working Paper This report presents Congressional staff knowledge and usage of KIDS COUNT data. Read More
A Guide to Measuring Advocacy and Policy Casey commissioned this guide for policy outcome evaluation — as measuring the impact of grant-maker dollars on social change is difficult at best. Read More
Moving Families Toward Self-Sufficiency: Effective Case Management Strategies A Making Connections Peer Technical Assistance Match Between Louisville, Kentucky and Chicago, Illinois This report recaps a peer exchange on Chicago’s housing efforts, focusing on case management strategies for families facing housing revitalization. Read More
