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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

Laura Monarque

Laura Monarque is Santa Cruz’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Laura Monarque has been selected as the 2018 Santa Cruz First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…
Tara McCluskey

Tara McCluskey is La Paz/Mohave’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Tara McCluskey has been selected as the 2018 La Paz/Mohave First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…
Karen Bradley

Karen Bradley is Pinal’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Karen Bradley has been selected as the 2018 Pinal First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer…
Autumn Argent

Autumn Argent is Coconino’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Autumn Argent has been selected as the 2018 Coconino First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…
Marissa Calderon

Marissa Calderon is Southeast Maricopa’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Marissa Calderon has been selected as the 2018 Southeast Maricopa First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…
J Brown and AM Smith

Jessica Brown Anna Marie Smith are Phoenix South’s 2018 Champions for Young Children

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Jessica Brown and Anna Marie Smith have been selected as the 2018 Phoenix South First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…
Penelope Jacks

Penelope Jacks is Pima North’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Penelope Jacks has been selected as the 2018 Pima North First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…
Leslie Morrison

Leslie Morrison is Northwest Maricopa’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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Leslie Morrison has been selected as the 2018 Northwest Maricopa First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…
KYPT Radio

KPYT Radio Station is Pascua Yaqui Tribe’s 2018 Champion for Young Children

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KPYT Radio Station has been selected as the 2018 Pascua Yaqui Tribal Region First Things First Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…

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