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2020 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook
The 2020 MS KIDS COUNT Factbook is devoted entirely to the census, exploring the demographic make-up of Mississippi's child population and what's at stake if all children are not counted.
COVID-19: Household Pulse Survey
The Household Pulse Survey collects data on how people's lives have been impacted by the pandemic, disseminated in near real-time to inform federal and state response and recovery planning.
Untapped Potential: How Childcare Impacts Mississippi's State Economy
This report estimates that Mississippi loses $673 million annually as a result of childcare breakdowns, and examines the unique needs of Mississippi's working parents.
Kids, Families and COVID-19: A KIDS COUNT Policy Report
Mississippi KIDS COUNT participates in the national release of this report, sharing crucial data about how Mississippi children and their families are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021 KIDS COUNT Data Book
This annual report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation offers national and state insight into child well-being. Despite ranking 50th in the nation for overall child well-being, Mississippi is making notable gains in education.
Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children
The Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children is the Children's Foundation of Mississippi's signature project, a data-driven roadmap toward a better future for all Mississippi's children.
COVID-19 & Our Children: A Data Brief
A science-backed, evidence-based data brief on COVID-19 and children in Mississippi, covering pediatric hospitalizations, masking effectiveness, and school safety.
Navigating the Path to Healthy Development: Early Investment Pays Off!
This brief examines which states are leading the way in providing early intervention supports to children in their state.
Navigating the Path to Healthy Development: Today's Children Are Tomorrow's Leaders!
This brief examines Mississippi's early intervention system and the need for expanding its services to reach more young children.
Blueprint Phase II
The second Blueprint for Improving the Future of Mississippi's Children, covering ages 9 to 18 and identifying the top challenges facing Mississippi's children.
2023 MS KIDS COUNT Factbook
The 2023 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook, with an in-depth look at family and community factors in children's lives and key indicators across education, health, economic well-being, and family and community.
Inventory of Mississippi Childcare Options
This brief details the available childcare seats in Mississippi in 2023 and other relevant childcare data.
An Overview of Child Welfare in Mississippi
This report provides information to improve programming and policies throughout Mississippi's child welfare system, highlighting research engaging foster youth, biological parents, foster parents, and judges.
2024 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook
The Children's Foundation of Mississippi is pleased to present the 2024 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook, dedicated to the late Judge Tom Broome.
2025 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook
The Children's Foundation of Mississippi is pleased to present the 2025 Mississippi KIDS COUNT Factbook, focused on mental health data, services, and resources in Mississippi.
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