Using an Investment Approach to Grantmaking Lessons Learned from the Casey Foundation's Jobs Initiative This report explores the challenges, similarities and differences among local and national investors in workforce development initiatives. 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
Education Policy and the Jobs Initiative: Part Three This paper is the third in a series of Jobs Initiative issue briefs. It looks at the results of the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Jobs Initiative and its implications for public policy, including reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. Read More
Expanding College and Job-Skills Opportunities in Western Maine Strengthening Rural Families This is the story of Franklin County, Maine, a rural community crippled by poverty and too few economic opportunities. It’s a story with two stars: 1) local leaders who rally together to bring college courses and job training to the area; and 2) residents who step out of their comfort zone to grow new skills and careers. 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
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
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
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
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
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
