For over a decade, the National Institutes of Health has been using repayment of education loans as an incentive to attract and retain first-rate biomedical scientists in its labs and clinics. This report from an evaluation of the NIH Intramural Loan Repayment Programs uses new survey data on...

State vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies play a significant role in supporting the employment goals of people with disabilities, but delays in the receipt of vocational services could adversely affect employment outcomes of applicants for services. This study explores the effect of waiting...

In light of sharp declines in the Food Stamp Program caseload, examines the well-being of those who have left the program. Notes that about half of those who exited in 1997 were employed two years later, while more than half had incomes below the poverty line. Also notes food insecurity with...

Presents highlights from an analysis of Medicare+Choice premiums and benefits in 2002, noting downward trend in benefit generosity and increased cost sharing for beneficiaries. Printed copies available by calling 888-777-2744 and requesting publication #533.

Corporate philanthropy has a dual mission of pursuing public welfare and supporting the values of parent corporations. Assessing the alignment of philanthropic activities with these missions can be challenging, but today’s data-rich environment provides prospects for meeting that...