55,078
Population of young children (under age 6)
20%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Northwest Maricopa Region lies entirely in Maricopa County and is densely populated in the east, but very sparsely populated in the west. It includes: six incorporated cities and towns — Peoria, El Mirage, Glendale, Surprise, Wickenburg and Youngtown; several unincorporated places — Aguila, Morristown, Sun City, Sun City West, Waddell and Wittmann; as well as small parts of the city of Phoenix.
Priorities
The Northwest Maricopa 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
- Oral health screenings and fluoride varnishes
- Supporting access to healthcare for children
- Strengthening families through voluntary home visiting, family resource centers, supporting children with special needs, and parenting education
Regional Publications
First Things First Staff
Caitlyn Hollins
Administrative Assistant III - Maricopa Region
Cynthia Gandara
Administrative Assistant II - NW & SW Maricopa
Regional Office
Thunderbird Office Park
14050 N. 83rd Ave., Suite 140
Peoria, AZ 85381
