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Healthy teeth are an important part of overall health for young people. However, accessing dental care is not a level playing field for all children. Kids from low-income households are twice as likely to have tooth decay in their permanent teeth than those from high-income households. In the Phoenix area, Brighter Way Institute is committed to improving this by creating more accessible and reliable dental care, with an approach centered around the patient.

This news clip discusses what the Boys and Girls Club of Arizona is providing to both the kids and parents of Arizona. The Club is an affordable afterschool program where exercise and a healthy life is a core part of what they due, including teaching kids the importance of eating right by providing both a snack and meal every day. The kids were having the opportunity to do a fun activity course with Arizona Cardinal football player Kelvin Beachum to show how they love to exercise! State Farm also donated $50,000 to BGCAZ for their hard work and presence in their communities.

This news clip shows the Boys and Girls Club of the Valley playing bumper cars as part of the Believe in AZ kids news Segment. The clip shows the excitement of the BGCAZ clubs kids, showcasing just one of their fun afterschool activities!

This news clip discusses how the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cox came together to host the Cox Innovation Labs for the Boys and Girls Club of the Valley! These Innovation Labs allow kids to learn about different technologies like 3D printers or a DJ sound system. These labs allow kids to think more about careers they might be interested in, but to overall allow them to play, learn, and grow. Current Diamondbacks players and alumni players too all helped with the project!