Workforce Development for Working Families A Solution in Search of Civic Commitment This article by the Casey Foundation's Family Economic Success initiative, describes how communities can create successful workforce initiatives based on lessons and findings from the Foundation's Jobs Initiative. Read More
Federal Programs for Addressing Low-Income Housing Needs A Policy Primer This report provides an overview of federal rental assistance programs, key data on who is served by these programs, and the current housing policy challenges at the local, state and federal levels. Read More
Casey in Baltimore: Creating Opportunities for Better-Paying Jobs and Financial Security for Families Creating Successful Futures for Children and Families This report highlights the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s efforts to advance creative, cost-effective solutions for strengthening Baltimore’s families and communities while developing better solutions for at-risk children. It is part of a series that features Casey’s efforts in cities throughout America. Read More
The 2009 KIDS COUNT Data Brief This 2009 KIDS COUNT Data Brief features highlights of the enhanced, mobile-friendly Data Center; data on the 10 key indicators of child well-being for all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands; and a summary of this year's essay on using data to craft better policies for children and families. Read More
Measuring Poverty at the State Level: Low-Income Working Families Paper 17 This report looks at the results of implementing a poverty measure for Minnesota using the American Community Survey (ACS) – including the benefits, challenges and policy implications of establishing this poverty benchmark. Read More
Food for Thought: Building a High-Quality School Choice Market This report looks at the benefits of school choice in low-income, urban neighborhoods having low educational achievement. Read More
Casey in Atlanta: Creating Successful Futures for Children and Families the Annie E. Casey Foundation The United Parcel Service – which grew out of a messenger service started by Jim Casey – enabled the launch of The Annie E. Casey Foundation in 1948. This brief highlights the foundation’s programs and partnerships on behalf of Atlanta residents. Read More
Understanding the Maze: If Your Child Has Contact With the Law A Parent's Resource Guide This question and answer brochure offers a quick summary for parents on how best to navigate the New York City criminal and juvenile justice system to help a justice-involved child. Read More
Building Capacity to Influence Public Policy How the Annie E. Casey Foundation is Equipping Nonprofits to Advocate More Effectively Learn how Casey supported organizations to better advocate for the kids and families in their communities. Read More
Ranking States Based on Improvement in Child Well-Being During the 1990s This report utilizes a new index to examine state-level improvements in child well-being over time. See how each state ranked. Read More
