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Early childhood supporters encouraged to remind families about expanded Child Tax Credit

2/11/2022
AZ communities

The federal American Rescue Act recently expanded the Child Tax Credit that parents can receive per child.

Report: Don’t forget young kids in COVID-19 recovery

1/4/2022
AZ communities

A new FTF report highlights the challenges Arizona’s young children faced before the pandemic, and how some of those barriers have worsened.

FTF Board welcomes newest member

12/13/2021
AZ communities

The First Things First state Board recently welcomed its newest member, Dr. Christian Osmeña.

Volunteer to be a voice for young children in your Arizona community

12/7/2021
AZ communities

FTF is looking for about 150 volunteers who will collaborate with other dedicated community members in local communities across the state.

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New community leaders bring both past experience and fresh perspectives to FTF Board

10/5/2021
AZ communities

The First Things First Board recently welcomed two new members Steve Lynn of Tucson and Bea Rocklin of Phoenix.

First Things First Navajo Nation Region honored with Eddie Basha Award for Leadership and Service

8/18/2021
AZ communities

The FTF Navajo Nation Regional Council was honored for their collective work to support babies, toddlers and preschoolers in the region.

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Help for AZ families looking for early childhood programs

8/16/2021
AZ communities

First Things First’s new-and-improved online search tool makes it easy for families with young children to find FTF-funded early childhood programs and…

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Getting Ready for School AZ

6/30/2021
early care and education

FTF is helping to spread the word about Arizona Department of Education efforts to enroll students for fall in-person classes.

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Three months of child care assistance available to some parents returning to work

6/21/2021
early care and education

The “Arizona Back to Work” plan is designed to support Arizonans as they return to work as the state recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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