66,337
Population of young children (under age 6)
26%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Phoenix North Region is primarily the city of Phoenix north of Thomas Road. The region also includes the unincorporated communities of Anthem and New River to the north. Note that the Phoenix neighborhoods of Ahwatukee and Paradise Valley Village are assigned to the East Maricopa Region, and some Phoenix neighborhoods adjacent to Glendale are assigned to the Northwest Maricopa Region.
Priorities
The Phoenix North Regional Partnership Council makes strategic investments to support the healthy development and learning of the young children in the region. The regional council’s priorities include:
- Improving the quality of child care and preschool programs
- Scholarships for children to access high-quality early learning
- Improving the quality of family, friend and neighbor care
- Oral health screenings and fluoride varnishes
- Developmental and sensory screenings
- Strengthening families through voluntary home visiting and family resource centers
First Things First Staff
Jennifer Johnson
Sr. Director, Phoenix Regional Area & Gila River Indian Community
Nicole Berndt
Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator
Shontel DixonMulato
Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator
Vajiy Scott
Administrative Assistant III - Phoenix Regions
Diane Joralmon
Administrative Assistant II - Phoenix Regions & Gila River Indian Community
Regional Office
