A new report from (I'm a board member) is packed with solutions for increasing equity and developing a more inclusive economy in the Baltimore region. Highly recommend as a resource: bit.ly/3tWT3V5
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President and CEO, The Annie E. Casey Foundation
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. continues to be an incredible force behind making the foster care system work better for kids and families.
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I'm excited about our new partnerships with , and as part of ' commitment to investing in the well-being and success of young people. #Thriveby25 bit.ly/3QMLiel
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Join my colleague on ’ Instagram, featuring guest , for an important discussion on foster care reform.
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Juneteenth is about celebrating the start of a journey of all black people in this country toward freedom and opportunity. However you're spending today, may it be a safe and happy one!
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Awesome visiting with our team in Atlanta this week at . It was wonderful to learn about the community 100+ entrepreneurs are building together.
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Congrats to the new #genwork cities — Birmingham, Chicago, Louisville and Wilmington. Looking forward to our partnership and creating better employment opportunities for young adults of color.
Before our meal, I shared how meaningful the Fellowship is to Casey and offered this new class a favorite poem for reflection: William Ayot's "The Contract." His words feel fitting for those creating change. bit.ly/3Lwg9sK
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It was an exciting week at as we welcomed our 12th class of Children and Family Fellows for its first seminar. It was a pleasure to join these talented leaders for dinner and learn what they hope to accomplish!
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. helped support this important effort. Tax credits are proven to boost child well-being. It's great to see Baltimore join a growing number of cities investing in families.
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Inspired by the thriving tree outside my window, I talked about leaning into spring as a season of hope during our April staff meeting. It's time to clear out the clutter — both mental and physical — and be open to new ideas and possibilities. Who’s with me?
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. has several wonderful positions open for professionals of all levels! Find detailed descriptions on our site:
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National Child Abuse Prevention Month is here! Spread the word on what you can do to keep families in the community strong and thriving! #ChildAbusePreventionMonth #ThrivingFamilies buff.ly/3zv1itc
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“The more engagement and ownership young people have in the entire thing, the more likely it will meet their needs, they’ll want to stay, feel a sense of belonging, and it will be attractive to them and their peers," says Casey's .
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This latest data is sad, but unsurprising. The pandemic has hit our nation's kids and families in unprecedented ways. We must continue to find solutions that address their needs.
As staff return to our buildings today, I'm excited to see familiar faces. It was unimaginable two years ago that remote working would be the reality for so long and I'm grateful that our community rose to the challenge.
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The encouragement from these kindergartners gave me a much-needed boost as a reminder of our work’s purpose. This project is so sweet – give it a try!
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As a native of Atlanta, it’s been a joy to see the redevelopment of . I hope the site serves residents for many generations while continuing to prioritize community engagement. A new report explores lessons from the project.
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What will it take to ensure every child has opportunities for success? of and Geoffrey Canada of , national leaders on community-based partnerships, offer lessons via .
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On #InternationalWomensDay, I honor the smart, determined and inspiring women in my life, including those at . As with those before us, the challenges we overcome today pave the way for all young women to thrive.
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It was a pleasure to talk with the incredible about ' commitment to advancing equity. She was a thought partner and leader at Casey during our journey. It’s wonderful to see her help other funders grow their impact .
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It's an honor to be elected to the board of directors. I'm excited by this opportunity to support growth in our region alongside amazing leaders and .
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More than 50% of the Native American kids living in Rhode Island are living in poverty. Learn more about how racial disparities affect the economic well-being of Rhode Island kids in this recently released issue brief from our grantee : bit.ly/3yFmFrk
Parents’ income often has a significant impact on their child’s diet, but the reasons behind that nutritional inequality are much more complicated than just food deserts and the accessibility of fast food.
Chronic absenteeism can have significant short- and long-term impacts on a child’s education — in fact, showing up to school more increases the likelihood that a child does well academically in middle school and eventually graduates from high school.
For college students who commute to campus, transportation costs can be a significant obstacle to finishing their degree — and this financial barrier disproportionately impacts students of color and low-income students.
Check out this new report from our grantee on the state of the child welfare system in Pennsylvania, which incorporates data from the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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As kids and teenagers in the U.S. experience an unprecedented mental health crisis, educators and administrators are finding ways to make sure students feel supported and heard in the classroom.
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KIDS COUNT grantee recently released a publication examining the pervasive issue of housing instability and homelessness among children in Rhode Island. Check it out here: bit.ly/3dGf9D5
In 2015, a team of grant makers and nonprofits expressed concern over the #2020Census and began efforts to ensure an accurate count. Little did we know how critical our collaboration would become.
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Food insecurity is often associated with cognitive delays and behavioral issues in kids and teens, and it also increases the likelihood of developing a chronic diet-related disease.
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Thank you to for joining me on the latest CaseyCast episode to discuss how factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic and technology are impacting the social fabric of our country. bit.ly/3GJReis
During the pandemic the child food insecurity situation in Maine went from bad to worse, leading lawmakers to pass a bill which guarantees universal school meals for all public school students in the state.
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After a consistent decline in college enrollment since the beginning of the pandemic, early data from the common app suggests that the number of college applications — and college applicants — could be on the rise again.
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This op-ed from executive director Terry Brooks takes a close look at what the 2021 Kentucky KIDS COUNT County Data Book reveals about how persistent racial disparities affect Kentucky children of color. bit.ly/3IHCmTG
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Single moms account for 10% of all undergraduate students. In order to help them make it to graduation, colleges and universities need to develop better academic supports tailored to the specific needs of student parents.
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Thank you to the KIDS COUNT organizations for all that you do and will continue to do for our nation’s kids! Your voices are incredibly powerful, especially when we all work together.
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Last week, I had the opportunity to address our KIDS COUNT network. It reminded me how deeply grateful I am for their dedication, persistence and energy.
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