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Thank you, volunteers!

Posted on April 19, 2020April 24, 2020 by Tammy Reque

We could not do everything we do without the service provided by our wonderful volunteers. April 19-25, 2020 is National Volunteer Week and we are celebrating by highlighting different group of volunteers. Our volunteers come in all ages and types! The impact of volunteering with Root for Kids benefits hundreds of young children in Washington …

More Home Activities for Kids

Posted on April 3, 2020April 24, 2020 by Tammy Reque

Play time and activities are a huge part of a toddler’s life. Not only they keep the little ones entertained, but they also support brain development (which is rapidly happening in the first years of life). With that in mind, our developmental specialists selected a few home activities! Each activity helps support an area of …

Home Activities for Kids

Posted on March 15, 2020March 18, 2020 by Tammy Reque

Are you struggling to keep the kids busy? It can be hard to avoid excessive screen time at home. But we are here to help! From experiments and crafts to physical activity, here are some ideas of home activities for kids. Educational Feed your child’s brain and curiosity with these simple at home activities and …

What are Developmental Disabilities?

Posted on March 4, 2020March 19, 2020 by Tammy Reque

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in six children in the U.S. have one or more developmental disabilities or developmental delays. March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and we have compiled a few facts and resources for parents. What are developmental disabilities? Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions …

Top 10 Moments of 2019

Posted on January 8, 2020January 8, 2020 by Tammy Reque

Our first year as “Root for Kids” was filled with nurturing partnerships and growth. We served 1,252 children and 58 pregnant women in Washington County and the Arizona Strip! There were a lot of memorable moments in 2019, but here are top 10: 10. Washington County Fair Baby Contest This year, Root for Kids sponsored …

4th Annual Radioathon raises over $20k for Root for Kids

Posted on December 21, 2019January 8, 2020 by Tammy Reque

Giving is the best way to kick off the holiday season. With that in mind, Root for Kids offers the perfect giving opportunity every year! On December 16, 2019, Root for Kids partnered up with Red Rock Broadcasting to host the 4th Annual Radioathon for children and families. From 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Mix …