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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.

Irene Garza is the 2022 Yuma Champion

  • Yuma

Irene Garza has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Yuma Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer…

Teresa Linn is the Navajo/Apache Champion

  • Navajo/Apache

Teresa Linn has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Navajo/Apache, Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively…

Tina Nation is the Coconino Region Champion

  • Coconino

Tina Nation has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Coconino Region Champion for Young Children.

Senaida Larson is the 2022 Northwest Maricopa Champion

  • Northwest Maricopa

Senaida Larson has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Northwest Maricopa Champion for Young Children.
Kathy Alsop

Kathy Alsop is the Southeast Maricopa Region Champion

  • champion

Kathy Alsop has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Southeast Maricopa Region Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…
Michelle Mix

Michelle Mix is the San Carlos Apache Tribe Champion

  • San Carlos Apache

Minister Michelle Mix has been selected as the 2022 First Things First San Carlos Apache Region Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…
Ellen Bashor

Ellen Bashor is the FTF Yavapai Champion

  • Yavapai

Ellen Bashor has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Yavapai Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer…
Josenia Ngo

Josenia Ngo is the 2022 White Mountain Apache Tribe Champion for Young Children

  • White Mountain Apache Tribe

Josenia Ngo has been selected as the 2022 First Things First White Mountain Apache Tribe Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…

First time mom and dad get boost of confidence from parenting class in Miami

  • Gila

The FTF Gila Regional Partnership Council funds parenting education classes for local parents and caregivers.

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