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These stories illustrate how early childhood programs and services funded by First Things First make a difference for young children and families in communities across Arizona.

Honoring Carolyn Haro

Carolyn Mawson Haro, of Globe, passed away on July 24, 2025, in Tucson, after living with cancer. Fittingly born on Independence Day, Carolyn was known for her spirited personality and was often described as a firecracker.She was a… Read More

Nutrition classes help San Carlos family make healthier choices

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The FTF San Carlos Apache Regional Council funds the Eating Smart and Being Active class which covers nutrition, food safety, cooking with young children and…

Scottsdale mom teaches 4-year-old son to regulate his emotions through healthy parenting

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The FTF Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Regional Council funds the WISH Parenting Education Program which creates confidence in parents’ skills.

Professional development helps Pascua Yaqui early childhood teachers build a learning foundation…

  • Pascua Yaqui Tribe

The FTF Pascua Yaqui Tribe Regional Council funds a professional development program that benefits early childhood teachers in the region.

Mom gets support to handle crisis with 5-year-old son through Hualapai Tribe

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The FTF Hualapai Tribe Regional Council funds the Hualapai Early Childhood Home Visitation program that provides the family with a parent coach.
Family of mom, dad, baby and toddler sitting on couch.

First-time mom finds guidance in caring for infant son in Gila River Indian Community

  • Gila River Indian Community

The FTF Gila River Indian Community Regional Council funds the Baby Smarts program that provides the family with a parent coach.
Young boy sitting on a bed surrounded by books and activities.

Kith and Kin Project helps speech development of young Kayenta boy

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The FTF Navajo Nation Regional Council funds the Kith and Kin Project for family, friends and neighbors who provide home-based child care.

Cocopah Tribe girl transitions to kindergarten through developing social skills and healthy eating…

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The FTF Cocopah Tribe Regional Council funds a transition to kindergarten camp to help prepare children to succeed in kindergarten.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe Incident and Community Response Team is the 2021 Pascua Yaqui Tribe Champion

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The Pascua Yaqui Tribe Incident and Community Response Team has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Pascua Yaqui Tribe Champion for Young Children.The…
Elizabeth Van Dyne

Dr. Elizabeth Van Dyne is the 2021 Tohono O’odham Nation Champion

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Dr. Elizabeth Van Dyne has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Tohono O’odham Nation Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…

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