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First Things First supports programs across Arizona through grants to community organizations that provide services—at no cost—for young children from birth to age 5 (before kindergarten) and their families.

Kids with positive, stable relationships with parents and caregivers, as well as quality child care and preschool experiences, go on to do better in school and in life. They’re more likely to read at grade level and graduate from high school. They are more prepared for college and career. They also tend to be healthier and demand less from the public welfare system. These are better outcomes for kids that also save taxpayers money.

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Summary
First Things First (FTF) provides grants to community organizations in Arizona that offer free services to young children from birth to age 5 and their families. The initiative emphasizes the importance of positive relationships with parents and caregivers, as well as quality childcare and preschool experiences, which contribute to better educational and life outcomes for children. Kids who benefit from these programs are more likely to read at grade level, graduate from high school, and be prepared for college and careers. Additionally, they tend to be healthier and place less demand on public welfare systems, ultimately saving taxpayers money. FTF collaborates with various partner sites to enhance early childhood education and support systems across the state. The organization encourages community engagement and offers resources for families to improve early childhood development.