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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

Ann Lynn DiDomenico is the 2021 East Maricopa Region Champion

  • East Maricopa

Ann Lynn DiDomenico has been selected as the 2021 First Things First East Maricopa Region Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…

Susan Wood is the 2021 Graham/Greenlee Champion for Young Children

  • Graham/Greenlee

Dr. Susan Wood has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Graham/Greenlee Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…

Hannah Honani is the 2021 Coconino Champion

  • Coconino

Hannah Honani has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Coconino Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…

Lila Garza is the Southwest Maricopa Champion

  • Southeast Maricopa

Lila Garza has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Southwest Maricopa Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…

Dr. Lindell Collins is the 2021 Phoenix North Champion

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Dr. Lindell Collins has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Phoenix North Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…

Donna Barisich is the 2021 Phoenix South Champion

  • Phoenix South

Donna Barisich has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Phoenix South Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…

Dani Duran is the 2021 Pinal Champion

  • Pinal

Dani Duran has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Pinal Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer…

Shaandiin P. Parrish is the 2021 Navajo Nation Region Champion

  • Navajo Nation

Shaandiin P. Parrish, Miss Navajo Nation 2019-2021, has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Navajo Nation Region Champion for Young Children.The award…

Dr. Laura Jane Murphy is the 2021 San Carlos Apache Region Champion

  • San Carlos Apache

Dr. Laura Jane Murphy has been selected as the 2021 First Things First San Carlos Apache Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…

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