65,037
Population of young children (under age 6)
46%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Phoenix South Region is primarily the southern part of the city of Phoenix. Phoenix South Regional Partnership Council provides services in the city of Phoenix, south of Thomas Road, but also including the communities of Maryvale, north of Thomas (full ZIP code areas of 85031 and 85033 and the city of Phoenix portion of 85037). The region does not include Ahwatukee.
Priorities
The Phoenix South Regional Partnership Council makes strategic investments to support the healthy development and learning of the young children in the region. The council’s priorities include:
- Improving the quality of family, friend and neighbor care
- Improving the quality of child care and preschool programs
- Scholarships for children to access high-quality early learning
- Developmental, sensory and oral health screenings
- Supporting access to healthcare for children
- Strengthening families through voluntary home visiting, family resource centers, parenting education and court teams
First Things First Staff
Jennifer Johnson
Sr. Director, Phoenix Region & Gila River Indian Community
Kaitlin Whitton
Administrative Assistant II, Phoenix South & Gila River Indian Community
Nicole Berndt
Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator
Shontel DixonMulato
Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator
Regional Office
