activities · 43
what they do
direct service · 39
- Child Care Resource & Referral Program Family Support and Resource ConnectionConnects families to child care resources and supports child care providers across Arizona. Served 1,086 families and distributed materials to 20,905 community members through resource dissemination and referral services.
- Child Care Resource & Referral Program Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides resources and referrals related to childcare, serving 1,086 families and distributing materials or resources to 20,905 community members.
- Child Care Resource & Referral Program Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides materials and resources to 20,905 community members and serves 1,086 families through its referral services.
- Child Care Resource & Referral Program Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides materials and resources to community members and serves families through the Child Care Resource & Referral program, reaching 20,905 community members and 1,086 families.
- Child and Adult Care Food Program CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports 225 childcare providers and serves 1,710 children through the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
- Child and Adult Care Food Program CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports child nutrition by serving 1,710 children through meals and snacks provided via 225 participating child care providers.
- Child and Adult Care Food Program CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports 225 child care providers and serves 1,710 children through this food program.
- Child and Adult Care Food Program CACFP Support for Child Care ProvidersSupports 225 child care providers and serves 1,710 children through the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
- Community Resource Distribution Family Support and Resource ConnectionDistributed materials or resources to a total of 20,905 community members in FY 2024-2025 across multiple programs, including Child Care Resource & Referral and youth prevention initiatives.
- Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting Programs Family Support and Resource ConnectionServes 154 families and provided materials or resources to 546 community members through these family-focused programs.
- Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting Programs Family Support and Resource ConnectionProvides family support and parenting education services to strengthen family dynamics. Served 154 families and distributed resources to 546 community members.
- Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting Programs Family Support and Resource ConnectionServes 154 families and provides materials or resources to 546 community members through these family support programs.
- Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting Programs Family Support and Resource ConnectionServes families through the Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting programs, reaching 154 families and providing materials or resources to 546 community members.
- General Service Delivery Family Support and Resource ConnectionServed 10,892 individuals and 6,021 families overall through a range of family support and prevention programs.
- Healthy Families Program Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Support ServicesProvides weekly in-home visits by Family Support Specialists to support parents, share resources, and offer hands-on educational activities covering prenatal care, child development, and infant health and safety, serving 2,193 families and 4,411 individuals.
- Healthy Families Program Family Support and Resource ConnectionDirect support program serving families with in-home services focused on parenting education and family well-being. Served 2,193 families and 4,411 individuals through targeted family support initiatives.
- Healthy Families Program Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Support ServicesProvides weekly in-home visits by Family Support Specialists to support parents and share resources, serving 2,193 families and 4,411 individuals. This includes hands-on educational activities for parents covering prenatal care, child development, and infant health and safety.
- Home Visitation Programs Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Support ServicesDeploys 200 Family Support Specialists to conduct home visits for training and empowerment of expectant and new parents across Arizona, serving 6,462 individuals and 2,803 families.
- Home Visitation Programs for Families Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Support ServicesProvides weekly in-home visits by Family Support Specialists to support expectant and new parents with personalized, hands-on guidance on prenatal care, child development, and infant health and safety. Served 6,462 individuals and 2,803 families during FY 2024-2025, supported by 200 deployed Family Support Specialists.
- Home Visitation and Family Support Services Comprehensive Prenatal & Postpartum Support ServicesProvides weekly in-home visits by Family Support Specialists to support parents, share resources, and offer personalized, hands-on support to families. This includes educational activities for parents covering prenatal care, child development, and infant health and safety. The program served 2,193 families and 4,411 individuals through the Healthy Families Program, and deployed 200 Family Support Specialists to serve 6,462 individuals and 2,803 families across Arizona during FY 2024-2025.
- Mental Health Training and Support Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportConducted 10 mental health training events and provided direct support to 96 individuals through targeted mental health initiatives.
- Mental Health Training and Support Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportConducts mental health training events for youth and adults, providing support to individuals. The organization conducted 10 mental health training events and provided training and support to 96 individuals.
- Mental Health Training and Support Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportConducts mental health training events and provides support to youth and adults, reaching 96 individuals and holding 10 events.
- One Hour Wellness Series Stress Reduction and Resilience Building ProgramsOffers a wellness series that uses breathing and gentle movement to reduce stress and build resilience as a protective factor against substance misuse.
- One Hour Wellness Series Stress Reduction and Resilience Building ProgramsOffers stress-reduction workshops using breathing and gentle movement to build resilience as a protective factor against substance misuse.
- Resilience Initiative Program Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportSupports youth and individuals through resilience-building activities and trainings focused on mental health and substance misuse prevention. Served 261 individuals, including 247 youth, and held 20 events and trainings.
- Resilience Initiative Program Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportServes 261 individuals, including 247 youth, through 20 events and trainings focused on building resilience.
- Resilience Initiative Program Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportServes individuals and youth through the Resilience Initiative program, reaching 261 individuals and 247 youth, and holding 20 events and trainings.
- Resilience Initiative Program Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportOffers programs aimed at building resilience, serving 261 individuals and 247 youth, and holding 20 events and trainings.
- Substance Misuse Prevention and Training (TISAPP)Distributes materials and resources, provides Motivational Interviewing training, and offers free Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone trainings to parents and community members, directly impacting 752 individuals and serving 103 adult service providers.
- Substance Misuse Prevention and Wellness ProgramsOffers free Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone trainings, including medication locking bags and nasal spray Narcan, to parents and community members. Additionally, provides the One Hour Wellness Series, which uses breathing and gentle movement to reduce stress and build resilience as a protective factor against substance misuse. The TISAPP program directly impacted 752 individuals, distributed materials to 18,605 community members, and provided Motivational Interviewing training to 162 community members and services to 103 adult service providers.
- Substance Misuse and Naloxone TrainingsOffers free Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone trainings, including medication locking bags and nasal spray Narcan, to parents and community members.
- TISAPP ProgramDistributes materials and resources to community members, directly impacting 752 individuals and providing Motivational Interviewing training or documentary access to 162 community members, and serving 103 adult service providers.
- TISAPP Substance Misuse Prevention ProgramProvides substance misuse prevention services including Rx 360 trainings, Naloxone distribution, and Motivational Interviewing training. Directly impacted 752 individuals and distributed resources to 18,605 community members in FY 2024-2025, including 162 trained in Motivational Interviewing and 103 adult service providers served.
- Youth Healthy Relationships Programs Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportOffers programming focused on healthy relationships for youth, serving 209 individuals and distributing resources to 2,165 community members.
- Youth Prevention Programs Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportImplements prevention programs for adolescents focusing on healthy relationships, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and youth leadership, serving 1,421 individuals and distributing resources to 20,778 community members through 111 events and trainings.
- Youth Prevention Programs Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportImplements prevention programs for adolescents focusing on healthy relationships, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and youth leadership, serving 1,421 individuals and providing resources to 20,778 community members through 111 events and trainings.
- Youth Prevention Programs Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportImplements prevention programs for adolescents focusing on healthy relationships, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and youth leadership. Served 1,421 individuals, provided resources to 20,778 community members, and held 111 events and trainings.
- Youth Prevention Programs Youth Mental Health Education & Peer SupportImplements prevention programs for adolescents focused on healthy relationships, substance use prevention, mental health awareness, and youth leadership. These programs served 1,421 individuals, provided materials or resources to 20,778 community members, and held 111 events and trainings.
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- Capacity Building for Early Childhood Providers Early Care Provider Training & SupportEnhances quality of early care through professional development, coaching, and college-level coursework. Trained 3,166 educators and providers, served 172 childcare providers via Quality First, 24 through Project Best, and 3,563 total providers in FY 2024-2025. Provided 45 professional development hours via the Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry and delivered resources to improve child nutrition and care quality.
- Child Care Provider Capacity Building Early Care Provider Training & SupportDelivers resources and programs to early childhood providers to enhance childcare quality and child nutrition in Arizona. This includes providing college-level coursework, individualized coaching, and professional development hours to center-based and family childcare providers. The organization served 172 childcare providers through the Quality First program and 24 providers through Project Best, holding 20 events and trainings for the latter.
- Childcare Provider Coaching and Professional Development Early Care Provider Training & SupportProvides college-level coursework, individualized coaching, and professional development hours to center-based and family childcare providers through programs like Quality First and Project Best, serving 172 childcare providers and holding 20 events and trainings.
- Educator and Provider Training Early Care Provider Training & SupportTrains educators and providers, having trained 3,166 individuals, and delivers resources and programs to early childhood providers to enhance childcare quality and child nutrition in Arizona.
strategies · 34
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- Age-Appropriate Youth Development and Relationship Education age_appropriate_youth_development_curriculumDelivers age-appropriate programming to teach youth healthy communication, boundary setting, goal setting, and avoidance of risky behaviors, and provides curricula to help youth develop skills for forming positive, safe, and supportive relationships, applying Positive Youth Development principles to build character, caring, confidence, connection, competence, and contribution in youth.
- Age-Appropriate Youth Development and Relationship Education age-appropriate_youth_development_curriculumDelivers age-appropriate programming to teach youth healthy communication, boundary setting, goal setting, and avoidance of risky behaviors, applying Positive Youth Development principles to build character, caring, confidence, connection, competence, and contribution, and using culturally responsive, trauma-informed education to build healthy relationships.
- Age-Appropriate Youth Development and Relationship Education age_appropriate_youth_development_curriculumDelivers age-appropriate programming to teach youth healthy communication, boundary setting, goal setting, avoidance of risky behaviors, and skills for forming positive, safe, and supportive relationships, applying Positive Youth Development principles and culturally responsive, trauma-informed education.
- Behavioral Financial Literacy behavioral_financial_literacyTeaches financial literacy by addressing the behavioral and psychological aspects of money management.
- Behavioral Financial Literacy Education behavioral_financial_literacyTeaches financial literacy by addressing the behavioral and psychological aspects of money management.
- Childcare Navigation Platform childcare_navigation_platformOperates a statewide digital platform that connects families, providers, and employers to improve childcare access and provider visibility while supporting workforce stability.
- Childcare Navigation and Access Platform childcare_navigation_platformOperates a statewide digital platform that connects families, providers, and employers to improve childcare access and provider visibility while supporting workforce stability.
- Childcare Navigation and Support Platform childcare_navigation_platformOperates a statewide digital platform that connects families, providers, and employers to improve childcare access and provider visibility while supporting workforce stability, and connects parents with childcare options and developmental resources while supporting providers with tools, training, and advocacy.
- Collaborative Community Partnership and Policy Advocacy collaborative_community_partnershipUses a collaborative approach by partnering with families, schools, and communities to deliver prevention programs, educational resources, and quality childcare, while also engaging in policy advocacy with local leaders and statewide alliances to strengthen systems supporting families.
- Collaborative Community Partnership and Policy Advocacy collaborative_community_partnershipUses a collaborative approach by partnering with families, schools, and communities to deliver prevention programs, educational resources, and quality childcare, and engages in policy advocacy by partnering with local leaders, organizations, and statewide alliances to strengthen systems supporting families.
- Community-Driven and Youth-Led Programming community_driven_programmingDesigns programs based on community-identified needs and strengths, and uses youth-led programming where young people shape and lead initiatives.
- Comprehensive Home Visiting and Family Support comprehensive_home_visitingProvides holistic family support through home-based education on child development and nutrition, developmental screenings, and connections to essential community services, utilizing parent-identifying Family Support Specialists to build trust through shared lived experience, and delivering structured, home-based parenting education to teach positive discipline and nurturing routines.
- Comprehensive Home Visiting and Family Support comprehensive_home_visitingProvides holistic family support through home-based education on child development and nutrition, developmental screenings, and connections to essential community services, utilizing parent-identifying Family Support Specialists to build trust through shared lived experience and deliver early, hands-on training.
- Comprehensive Home Visiting and Family Support comprehensive_home_visitingProvides holistic family support through home-based education on child development and nutrition, developmental screenings, and connections to essential community services, utilizing parent-identifying Family Support Specialists to deliver in-home support and building trust through shared lived experience. This includes early, hands-on training to build parental knowledge and confidence during pregnancy and early childhood, structured parenting education on positive discipline and child development, and in-home support for families involved with child safety authorities to reduce maltreatment risk and connect to resources.
- Comprehensive Substance Misuse Prevention substance_misuse_prevention_through_education_and_community_engagementProvides parenting guidance, prevention workshops, and community trainings to support healthy choices and prevent substance misuse, combining evidence-based strategies with hands-on learning and applying trauma-informed care principles to prevent youth substance abuse through family and community engagement.
- Comprehensive Substance Misuse Prevention substance_misuse_prevention_through_education_and_community_engagementProvides parenting guidance, prevention workshops, and community trainings to support healthy choices and prevent substance misuse, combining evidence-based strategies with hands-on learning and applying trauma-informed care principles to prevent youth substance abuse.
- Comprehensive Substance Misuse Prevention substance_misuse_prevention_through_education_and_community_engagementProvides parenting guidance, prevention workshops, and community trainings to support healthy choices and prevent substance misuse, combining evidence-based strategies with hands-on learning and applying trauma-informed care principles.
- Early Childhood Educator Coaching with Policy Implementation early_childhood_educator_coaching_with_policy_implementationUses college-level coursework and individualized coaching to help childcare providers implement six essential policies: primary care, small groups, continuity of care, individualized schedules and routines, inclusion, and cultural sensitivity and responsiveness, centered on infant and toddler development.
- Early Intervention for Developmental Delays early_interventionFocuses on early identification of developmental delays to support school readiness and long-term success.
- Evidence-Based Programming for Optimal Outcomes evidence_based_programmingUses proven, evidence-based strategies to support Arizona families and promote optimal child and family outcomes.
- Evidence-based Mental Health First Aid Training mental_health_first_aidDelivers evidence-based Youth and Adult Mental Health First Aid trainings to teach identification of mental health symptoms and effective response strategies, thereby building community capacity to support mental well-being by reducing stigma and empowering individuals to take action.
- Family and Provider Support Model family_and_provider_support_modelConnects parents with child care options and developmental resources while supporting providers with tools, training, and advocacy to improve quality of care.
- In-Home Family Support for Child Safety in_home_family_supportProvides in-home family support services to families involved with child safety authorities, focusing on reducing maltreatment risk, addressing home safety concerns, and connecting families to essential resources and emergency financial assistance, including structured, home-based parenting education on positive discipline, emotional regulation, child development, and nurturing routines.
- In-Home Family Support for Child Safety in_home_family_supportProvides in-home family support services to families involved with child safety authorities, focusing on reducing maltreatment risk, addressing home safety concerns, and connecting families to essential resources and emergency financial assistance.
- Nutritious Meal Reimbursement for Childcare reimbursement_for_nutritious_mealsReimburses child care providers for serving nutritious meals and snacks to support children's health and development.
- Peer-Support and Comprehensive Home Visiting peer_support_home_visitingUses parent-identifying Family Support Specialists to deliver in-home support, building trust through shared lived experience, and provides holistic family support through home-based education on child development and nutrition, developmental screenings, and connections to essential community services, including early, hands-on training during pregnancy and early childhood.
- Positive Parenting Education positive_parenting_educationDelivers structured, home-based parenting education that teaches positive discipline, emotional regulation, child development, and nurturing routines through weekly sessions involving lessons, observation, and reflection.
- Quality Improvement Coaching and Rating for Childcare quality_improvement_coachingUses a voluntary coaching model and a star rating system to improve childcare quality through personalized support in adult-child interactions, learning environments, and staff qualifications, offering college-level coursework and individualized coaching for childcare providers centered on infant and toddler development and implementation of essential policies.
- Quality Improvement Coaching and Rating for Childcare quality_improvement_coachingUses a voluntary coaching model to improve childcare quality through personalized support in adult-child interactions, learning environments, and staff qualifications, implementing a star rating system based on assessment scores to reflect quality levels, and offering college-level coursework and individualized coaching for childcare providers on infant and toddler development.
- Quality Improvement Coaching and Rating for Childcare quality_improvement_coachingUses a voluntary coaching model to improve childcare quality through personalized support in adult-child interactions, learning environments, and staff qualifications, implementing a star rating system based on assessment scores to reflect the quality level of childcare programs.
- Quality Improvement Coaching and Rating for Childcare quality_improvement_coachingUses a voluntary coaching model and a star rating system to improve childcare quality through personalized support and on-site training in adult-child interactions, learning environments, and staff qualifications, while also offering college-level coursework and individualized coaching for providers on infant and toddler development and essential policies.
- Reimbursement for Nutritious Meals reimbursement_for_nutritious_mealsReimburses child care providers for serving nutritious meals and snacks to support children's health and development.
- Trauma-Informed Resilience Building trauma_informed_resilience_buildingUses Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) science to address adversity and toxic stress through resilience-building workshops.
- Trauma-Informed Resilience Building trauma_informed_resilience_buildingUses Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) science to address adversity and toxic stress through resilience-building workshops, and applies culturally responsive, trauma-informed education to build healthy relationships and support youth development.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
Emerging Relationships Workshop
Curriculum for 5th- and 6th-graders (ages 10-12) focused on Positive Youth Development principles including character, caring, confidence, connection, competence, and contribution
Family Connections Program
Home-based family support program with weekly (Level I) or bi-weekly (Level II) visits over five months to reduce risk of maltreatment and address family-level challenges
Mind Matters
Interactive workshop for ages 12+ addressing effects of adversity and toxic stress, based on science related to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Money Habitudes Teens
Financial literacy program for teens (13-18) and young adults (16-24) focusing on behavioral dynamics of money and practical financial insights
Nurturing Parenting Program
Home-based program providing weekly two-hour visits over four months to help parents develop positive parenting skills, emotional regulation, and nurturing routines
Resilience Initiative (TRI) Youth Leader
A program that equips young leaders with skills in co-facilitation, self-sufficiency, conflict resolution, community impact, strategic problem-solving, and brand ambassadorship.
TISAPP (Trauma Informed Substance Abuse Prevention Program)
Substance misuse prevention program offering trainings on opioid, marijuana, and vaping prevention, naloxone distribution, and trauma-informed care strategies
The Resilience Initiative
Youth-led program offering community-based workshops in financial literacy, mental wellness, leadership, and personal development for youth ages 10-24
Trauma Informed Substance Abuse Prevention Program (TISAPP)
Provides trainings for parents and community members on opioid, marijuana, and vaping prevention, including Rx 360 Substance Misuse and Naloxone trainings, and screenings of relevant documentaries.
Wellness Hour Sessions
Stress reduction program teaching gentle movement and breathing techniques to support mental wellness
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who they work with
- Arizona Department of Child Safety Partner — Refers families to the Family Connections and Nurturing Parenting programs and collaborates on child safety and family reunification goals.
- Arizona Department of Economic Security Government — Funding provider for the Arizona Child Care Resource & Referral program through the federal Child Care and Development Block Grant.
- Arizona Department of Health Services Government — Funding for the Quality First program is supported by grants, including state-level early childhood funding administered through public agencies.
- Arizona Early Childhood Workforce Registry Partner — Collaborates to provide professional development hours to program participants.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Partner organization in the TISAPP program
- CCHCI Partner — Partner organization in the TISAPP program
- CODAC Partner — Partner organization in the TISAPP program
- Catalina High School Partner — Partner in delivering youth leadership and prevention programming
- Dannyell Harris Partner — Program contact for the Mental Health Matters program.
- Davis Bilingual Magnet School Partner — Partner in delivering youth leadership and prevention programming
- Department of Economic Security (DES) Government — Certifies eligible home providers for participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
- Department of Health Services (DHS) Government — Certifies eligible group homes for participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
- Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona Partner — Provides support in part for the Healthy Families Program.
- Great Things Thrift Store Partner — Thrift store whose proceeds support nonprofit programs for Arizona children, teens, and families.
- JTED Partner — Partner in delivering youth leadership and prevention programming
- Jenny Cox Partner — Program contact for Ready4Life and Go Grrls
- Juvenile Detention Court Partner — Partner in delivering youth leadership and prevention programming
- Karely Bustamante Partner — Program contact for Guy Talk
- Kassandra Ruiz Partner — Program contact for Teen Impact
- Kennedy Van Norman Partner — Program contact for Empowering Youth 2.0
- Mary Meredith Partner — Partner in delivering youth leadership and prevention programming
- Sandbox AZ Partner — Statewide childcare navigation platform operated in partnership to connect families, providers, and employers.