68,482
Population of young children (under age 6)
18%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Southeast Maricopa Region is comprised of several communities within the southeastern portion of Maricopa County and includes Mesa and Gilbert, as well as the parts of Queen Creek and Apache Junction which lie within Maricopa County. It also includes some unincorporated areas adjacent to Mesa or Gilbert.
Priorities
The Southeast 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:
- Scholarships for children to access high-quality early learning
- Strengthening families through voluntary home visiting and family resource centers
- Improving the quality of child care and preschool programs
Regional Publications
First Things First Staff
Jennifer Pike
Administrative Specialist II - SE Maricopa & Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Beth Haas
Community Engagement Coordinator - SE Maricopa
Regional Office
1839 S Alma School Rd, Ste 100
Mesa, AZ 85210
