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Children exposed to high quality early learning do better in school and are more likely to graduate. FTF funds research-based quality improvements that help children thrive, including learning environments rich in language and literacy, coaching for early learning professionals to better engage young learners, and developmentally appropriate learning materials. Scholarships also are funded to help more babies, toddlers and preschoolers access quality early learning.<\/p>\n
STRENGTHENING FAMILIES<\/span>\u2014$29,949,050<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_15.png\")
Families are a child\u2019s first and best teachers. FTF programs give parents choices when it comes to supporting their child\u2019s health and learning. Services are voluntary and provided at levels that meet the family\u2019s needs, from community-based parenting education to in-home coaching to address tough situations like parenting a child with special needs or dealing with multiple births.<\/p>\n
PREVENTIVE HEALTH<\/span>\u2014$16,229,423<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_8.png\")
Undetected or untreated health issues can impact learning later on. Left unaddressed, developmental delays and chronic medical conditions can become serious learning problems that require more costly remediation. FTF funds preventive screenings, parent education and referrals to existing services to ensure that kids arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed.<\/p>\n
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING<\/span>\u2014$5,745,332<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_3.png\")
A child\u2019s relationships with early caregivers impact whether her brain will develop in ways that promote learning. Children 5 and younger learn differently than school-age students. The quality of early learning depends on the education and skills of the teacher. FTF funds scholarships and training to expand the skills of professionals working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.<\/p>\n
RESEARCH & EVALUATION<\/span>\u2014$2,739,859<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_1_orange.png\")
Measuring effectiveness and promoting continuous quality improvement rely on robust, accurate data. Data collected by FTF are used to inform decision-making, monitor grantee performance, enhance program effectiveness and measure improved outcomes resulting from the collective investments of Arizona\u2019s early childhood system.<\/p>\n
FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/span>\u2014$2,582,018<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_1_red.png\")
We all have a shared responsibility to help children arrive at school prepared to succeed. FTF works with families, caregivers and community leaders to build awareness of the importance of early childhood and steps they can take to support the education and health of young children in their neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
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SYSTEM COORDINATION<\/span>\u2014$1,129,327<\/h3>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/pie_charts_1_purple.png\")
Collaboration among system partners maximizes resources and effectiveness. FTF works with early childhood system partners \u2013 like the child welfare system and juvenile courts \u2013 to maximize funding, reduce duplication, and ultimately improve outcomes for young children.<\/p>\n
OTHER programmatic expenditures (GRANTS, GIFTS & DONATIONS)<\/span>\u2014$67,886,902<\/h3>\nADMINISTRATION AND GENERAL SUPPORT<\/span>\u2014$11,695,066<\/h3>\n
Families are a child\u2019s first and best teachers. FTF programs give parents choices when it comes to supporting their child\u2019s health and learning. Services are voluntary and provided at levels that meet the family\u2019s needs, from community-based parenting education to in-home coaching to address tough situations like parenting a child with special needs or dealing with multiple births.<\/p>\nUndetected or untreated health issues can impact learning later on. Left unaddressed, developmental delays and chronic medical conditions can become serious learning problems that require more costly remediation. FTF funds preventive screenings, parent education and referrals to existing services to ensure that kids arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed.<\/p>\n
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING<\/span>\u2014$5,745,332<\/h3>\nA child\u2019s relationships with early caregivers impact whether her brain will develop in ways that promote learning. Children 5 and younger learn differently than school-age students. The quality of early learning depends on the education and skills of the teacher. FTF funds scholarships and training to expand the skills of professionals working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.<\/p>\n
RESEARCH & EVALUATION<\/span>\u2014$2,739,859<\/h3>\nMeasuring effectiveness and promoting continuous quality improvement rely on robust, accurate data. Data collected by FTF are used to inform decision-making, monitor grantee performance, enhance program effectiveness and measure improved outcomes resulting from the collective investments of Arizona\u2019s early childhood system.<\/p>\n
FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/span>\u2014$2,582,018<\/h3>\nWe all have a shared responsibility to help children arrive at school prepared to succeed. FTF works with families, caregivers and community leaders to build awareness of the importance of early childhood and steps they can take to support the education and health of young children in their neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
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SYSTEM COORDINATION<\/span>\u2014$1,129,327<\/h3>\nCollaboration among system partners maximizes resources and effectiveness. FTF works with early childhood system partners \u2013 like the child welfare system and juvenile courts \u2013 to maximize funding, reduce duplication, and ultimately improve outcomes for young children.<\/p>\n
OTHER programmatic expenditures (GRANTS, GIFTS & DONATIONS)<\/span>\u2014$67,886,902<\/h3>\nADMINISTRATION AND GENERAL SUPPORT<\/span>\u2014$11,695,066<\/h3>\n
A child\u2019s relationships with early caregivers impact whether her brain will develop in ways that promote learning. Children 5 and younger learn differently than school-age students. The quality of early learning depends on the education and skills of the teacher. FTF funds scholarships and training to expand the skills of professionals working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers.<\/p>\nMeasuring effectiveness and promoting continuous quality improvement rely on robust, accurate data. Data collected by FTF are used to inform decision-making, monitor grantee performance, enhance program effectiveness and measure improved outcomes resulting from the collective investments of Arizona\u2019s early childhood system.<\/p>\n
FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT<\/span>\u2014$2,582,018<\/h3>\nWe all have a shared responsibility to help children arrive at school prepared to succeed. FTF works with families, caregivers and community leaders to build awareness of the importance of early childhood and steps they can take to support the education and health of young children in their neighborhoods.<\/p>\n
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SYSTEM COORDINATION<\/span>\u2014$1,129,327<\/h3>\nCollaboration among system partners maximizes resources and effectiveness. FTF works with early childhood system partners \u2013 like the child welfare system and juvenile courts \u2013 to maximize funding, reduce duplication, and ultimately improve outcomes for young children.<\/p>\n
OTHER programmatic expenditures (GRANTS, GIFTS & DONATIONS)<\/span>\u2014$67,886,902<\/h3>\nADMINISTRATION AND GENERAL SUPPORT<\/span>\u2014$11,695,066<\/h3>\n
We all have a shared responsibility to help children arrive at school prepared to succeed. FTF works with families, caregivers and community leaders to build awareness of the importance of early childhood and steps they can take to support the education and health of young children in their neighborhoods.<\/p>\nCollaboration among system partners maximizes resources and effectiveness. FTF works with early childhood system partners \u2013 like the child welfare system and juvenile courts \u2013 to maximize funding, reduce duplication, and ultimately improve outcomes for young children.<\/p>\n
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