Institute for Research on Poverty
This foundation serves disadvantaged children, families, and communities.  Its work supports system-wide improve-ment and encourages community participation in this process.  The web page at this link permits you to view or order the  foundation’s publications about its work.

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Programs that foster school reform and support the educational achievement of disadvantaged and minority students are an important focus of this foundation.  This link permits you to download evaluation reports about its educational programs.

The United States Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
See these pages for a wealth of information about the prevention and treatment of substance abuse and the treatment of mental illness in a variety of settings.  You will also find information about funding and outcome measures.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation
This nonprofit foundation supports children’s achievement, so they may become successful contributors to society.  It envisions a future where all children have an equitable and promising future.  This link leads to the foundation’s publications.

The United States Community Capacity Development Office
This government office assists communities with the development and implemen-tation of programs to improve their lives.  Residents are assisted to lead their own initiatives for neighborhood safety and economic development.