1,530
Population of young children (under age 6)
65%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Gila River Indian Community is located on 372,000 acres of land in south-central Arizona. The Community lies south of the cities of Phoenix, Tempe and Chandler and north of Casa Grande. The Community is divided into seven districts, with the central government seat in Sacaton. Tribal membership includes the Akimel O’otham (Pima) and Pee Posh (Maricopa) tribes. The boundaries of the First Things First Gila River Indian Community match those of the reservation boundaries.
Priorities
The Gila River Indian Community 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
- Supporting access to healthcare for children
Regional Publications
First Things First Staff
Annette Sutfin
Sr. Director, Phoenix/GRIC Regional Area
Ember Tahy
Regional Director, Gila River Indian Community
Amber Martin
Administrative Specialist III, Phoenix/GRIC Regional Area
Regional Office
