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Child care is key to a thriving Arizona economy

August 15, 2025
AZ communities investments child care crisis

Money invested in early childhood development yields extraordinary public returns. Economist Art Rolnick talks about the importance of early childhood education and child care. Read More

toddler oral health - Mom brushing child's teeth

Something to smile about: Dental Health Month

2/5/2018
Navajo/Apache

Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children.

Q&A with new FTF CEO Marilee Dal Pra

1/10/2018
early childhood

In late December, Marilee Dal Pra began serving as chief executive officer of First Things First. Learn more about her experience, vision and passion for the…

Let’s all resolve to do more for Arizona’s youngest kids

1/4/2018
data & research

Building Bright Futures – our biennial statewide report – is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the challenges facing Arizona’s young…

Volunteer seats open to those who want to be a voice for young kids

1/3/2018
early childhood

Volunteering to serve on a First Things First regional partnership council is an opportunity to share your leadership and make a positive impact on children…

FTF launches innovative awareness initiative with City of Surprise

12/7/2017
Northwest Maricopa

Parents visiting the Surprise Resource Center with young children now have a developmentally-friendly playroom to have fun and learn more about early…

FTF Board welcomes three new members

11/16/2017
board

Governor Doug Ducey has nominated three outstanding community leaders to serve on the First Things First Board: Amelia Flores, Rev. Darren Hawkins and…

Why early childhood matters to superintendents

11/13/2017
early childhood

According to a national study, 77 percent of U.S. public school superintendents say early childhood care and education has a great deal of impact on a…

“Help Them Get There” wins regional Emmy Award

10/24/2017
early childhood

The 30-second public service announcement is part of FTF’s effort to raise awareness of the importance of early childhood.

Green Valley Rotary Club supports early learning opportunities in their community

10/16/2017
champion

When Rotary member Chad Densen shared that the Early Learning Center in his town was in need, the Valley Verde Rotary members wanted to help. For many…

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