Residents Shape Atlanta’s Pittsburgh Yards A new video showcases the critical role that community members have played in shaping the future of Pittsburgh Yards in Southwest Atlanta. Watch the video and learn more about this resident-driven community development effort. Read More
Thaddeus Ferber on Helping Young People Grow, Lead and Thrive In this episode of CaseyCast, Lisa Hamilton talks with Thaddeus Ferber, executive vice president at The Forum for Youth Investment. Their conversation explores the benefits of adolescence, positive youth development, what all young people need and the importance of elevating youth voices. Listen to learn more. Read More
More than $1.8 Million Raised To Support Entrepreneurs of Color in Baltimore Six local organizations have received grants in a collaborative effort to help entrepreneurs of color overcome obstacles to starting and growing businesses in Baltimore City and the surrounding region. Learn how funders are supporting local small businesses. Read More
Arthur Brooks on Pursuing Happiness, Depolarizing Politics and Realizing Promise in the Periphery In this episode of CaseyCast, the Foundation’s Lisa Hamilton chats with economist Arthur Brooks about what kids, families and communities need to flourish. Their conversation covers — among other topics — the benefits of engaging marginalized populations, the need to rethink the proverbial pursuit of happiness, and the merits of detoxing from national politics. Read More
United States Sees Launch of First Guarantee Pool for Community Development Investments The formation of the Community Investment Guarantee Pool, a new community development tool and the first of its kind in the United States, was announced on Jan. 28, 2020. The Casey Foundation is one of 10 philanthropies helping back the Pool. Read More
Reports Explore Helping Young Parents Juggle Work and School Two reports funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation explore the benefits and challenges that young parents experience when they are working while in school or training. The publications, released by the Urban Institute, highlight the need for policies and programs that help young parents manage their busy schedules and afford their educations. Read More
Ben Hecht on Equity, Innovation and Opportunity in American Cities Lisa Hamilton interviews Ben Hecht, the president and CEO of Living Cities. Their conversation focuses on America’s urban landscape and explores opportunities to reduce poverty, drive innovation and promote equity and inclusion in cities across the nation. Click here to listen to the episode. Read More
Progress at Pittsburgh Yards in Atlanta With more than 85% of phase-one construction complete, Atlanta’s Pittsburgh Yards is on track for an early 2020 opening. Here’s a quick look at the progress made since the groundbreaking in 2018. Read More
Preserving the Past in New Orleans Is Key to Creating a Brighter Economic Future When the New Orleans Business Alliance launched its economic development plan, the collaborative had a goal in mind: preserve the city’s rich history and ensure all residents have the opportunities and support needed to achieve financial stability and thrive. Read More
Helping Universities Promote Economic Inclusion: A Step-by-Step Guide Drawing on its work in West Philadelphia, Drexel University has produced a guide to help universities and other large institutions expand job opportunities, increase wealth and boost wages for low-income people of color. Read More
