Developing a Theory of Change Practical Theory of Change Guidance, Templates and Examples This guide explains theory of change models, processes and products. Download to learn how to write a theory of change. Read More
Race Equity and Inclusion Action Guide Embracing Racial Equity: 7 Steps to Advance and Embed Race Equity and Inclusion Within Your Organization Learn seven steps to help organizations embed racial equity and inclusion as part of their framework for driving meaningful social change. Read More
Early Warning! Why Reading by the End of Third Grade Matters A KIDS COUNT Special Report on the Importance of Reading by 3rd Grade Millions of kids reach 4th grade without 3rd grade reading skills — putting them at risk of dropping out. Learn what can help change the trend. Read More
Kids, Families and COVID-19 Pandemic Pain Points and the Urgent Need to Respond This KIDS COUNT report uses Census data to show how families with kids fared during the pandemic, highlighting health and economic challenges nationwide. Read More
Race Matters: How Race Affects Education Opportunities Educational inequality is permeating our poorer school districts due to embedded racial inequity and unequal access to education. Learn more. Read More
Parental Incarceration and Its Impact on Children Explore parental incarceration statistics and what they reveal about the impact on children, families and communities. Read More
Youth Incarceration in the United States A two-page infographic presents trends in youth incarceration and recommends more effective responses than incarceration when young people break the law. Read More
Double Jeopardy How Third Grade Reading Skills and Poverty Influence High School Graduation This report tracks 4,000 students through high school, highlighting key issues and proposing policy and program reforms to address them. Read More
Car Programs for Low-Income Families Transporting Families Toward Financial Stability and Success This brief highlights rural programs that help low-income families access cars, a key step toward building economic stability and success. Read More
Fostering Youth Transitions 2023 State and National Data to Drive Foster Care Advocacy "Fostering Youth Transitions 2023" examines the experiences of teens and youth in foster care as reported by all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Read More
