Metropolitan Conditions and Trends Changing Contexts for a Community Initiative This report explores trends in 10 metro areas tied to Making Connections, offering context for the neighborhood programs underway. Read More
Self-Inflicted Wounds Protecting Families and Our Economy from Bad Budget Choices This report compares several 2010 budget cutting proposals and how each will affect the United States population. Read More
Improve the Nation's Data on Children and Families The Annie E. Casey Foundation Issue Brief The Casey Foundation recommends updating data systems to better track poverty rates and support more effective poverty reduction policies. Read More
The High Cost of Being Poor Issue Brief #7 Child Care Subsidies This brief covers child care subsidies in Virginia and highlights ways to make care more affordable for working parents with low incomes. Read More
Metropolitan Contexts for Community Initiatives Contrasts in a Turbulent Decade, Revised Draft This report highlights trends affecting U.S. metro areas in the 2000s to help planners understand and prepare for future community needs. Read More
How Human Services Programs and Their Clients Can Benefit from National Health Reform Legislation This report shows how the Affordable Care Act helps agencies streamline systems so low-income families get all the services they’re eligible for. Read More
Building an Alliance Around the Needs of Women and Girls This case study shows how a champion funder formed an effective collaborative to help females in Des Moines during Casey’s Making Connections project. Read More
A Path Less Traveled Reflections on Making Connections This report shares insights from Casey staff and site leaders during the Foundation’s 10-year Making Connections community change initiative. Read More
State Legislative Leaders' Perceptions of KIDS COUNT Summary of Research Findings This report shares how 333 lawmakers view and use KIDS COUNT data — shaping policy to create a brighter, fairer future for America’s children. Read More
Preliminary Research on Family Strengths This report explores existing research and research gaps related to documenting family strengths. Read the report to learn why strong families matter. Read More
