What We Do
We work with community leaders, non-profit and faith-based organizations, and policymakers to foster and encourage thriving communities where all children and families can live healthy, safe, and productive lives. Representing more than 97,000 Fresno County residents, we are building a movement to create #OneHealthyFresno for everyone.
Our work is grounded in the belief that social, environmental, political, and economic factors impact the health and well-being of individuals and the community. We focus on issues that shape health in powerful ways.
We promote health by influencing policies and creating programs that expand access to preventative medical care, increase investment in community health solutions, and improve overall health outcomes.
We work to influence housing policies and services that result in quality, affordable, and accessible housing for working-class people.
We champion a democratic economy that meets the essential needs of everyday people, balances human consumption, and creates shared prosperity without regard to race, gender, national origin, or wealth.
We advocate for responsible land-use policies and practices that reflect resource stewardship and recognize the interconnectedness of people and their environment.
We are committed to building safety for all by advancing investments in our community that prioritize care, connection, and prevention over punishment and control. We believe safety can only be achieved by addressing the root causes of violence and harm and addressing human needs.
We work to advance transportation systems that benefit all people and create positive environmental benefits.
We recognize the importance of joy in our overall well-being and the fundamental role parks, trails, and green spaces play in creating healthy, vibrant communities. We promote outdoor access and recreation for everyone.
We work on dynamic, multidimensional, and important issues in our community. Some of our work is carried out over the long term, some is short-term and specific, and some is ongoing programming to foster community participation and build capacity.
Projects have specific completion timelines, may span months or years, and may involve community planning, engagement, or construction management activities.
Calwa Park RenovationFresno Building Healthy Communities is leading a $6.6M renovation to ensure Calwa residents have access to more and better parks.
The Western Reaches Access and Activation Plan was a community planning effort, resulting in an actionable plan delivered to the San Joaquin River Conservancy, to unlock access to the San Joaquin River by reactivating Camp Pashayan in northwest Fresno and developing a 4-mile trail along the river from the Millburn Overlook to Highway 99 to increase recreational and outdoor access for Fresno and Madera residents. Funding was provided by the State of California Wildlife Conservation Board.
COVID-19 Equity ProjectWhen COVID-19 hit our community, it didn’t affect everyone the same. Some people already had a hard time finding a place to go see a doctor, living paycheck to paycheck, and experiencing language barriers and discrimination. The COVID-19 Equity Project was designed to be a resource for our most affected and vulnerable communities.
Protect the San Joaquin River GorgeThe San Joaquin River Gorge (the Gorge) is a special recreation management area along the river between Millerton Lake and the Sierra Nevada foothills. In 2012, the BLM recommended the Gorge for protection as a National Wild & Scenic River, which would help preserve the only remaining free-flowing river segment. Fresno BHC supports designating the San Joaquin River Gorge as part of the National Wild & Scenic Rivers System to protect its unique natural and cultural value and ensure Fresnans can access this beautiful outdoor space for generations to come.
Campaigns are efforts we lead or participate in to garner support for policies, investments, or changes that will improve the quality of life for our community.
Nonprofit hospitals are supposed to use public funds for public good. However, the Community Health System (CHS) is robbing Fresno patients of $1 billion to pay for luxury medical facilities in Clovis while neglecting our downtown hospital. Care4Fresno is a campaign to raise awareness of CHS’ misuse of $1 billion, ensure that non-profit hospital funds are allocated equitably, and guarantee that all vulnerable residents in Fresno County have full and equal access to quality healthcare when they need it and where they need it.
Everyone knows that expanding freeways increases traffic and worsens air pollution. But Caltrans wants to force a dangerous freeway expansion in South Fresno despite overwhelming opposition from residents. That is why we are suing them. Our communities face extraordinary environmental and health challenges. We do not want more freeways; we want safe streets and quality infrastructure that serves people.
We offer ongoing programs to support residents in various ways, including financial assistance, internship opportunities, and leadership development.
We offer paid internships to high school youth residing in Fresno County to provide youth with practical experience. Participants are onboarded annually between March – April and work alongside us until November.
Thanks to the generosity of private donors, we offer scholarships to eligible DACA recipients to pay for DACA renewal application fees.
We rely on the generous support of our community. Your contribution will help us continue our general and programmatic efforts, such as our Resident Leadership programs, Youth Internship Program, and community events. You can also designate your contribution to support a specific fund. These funds help us provide direct support to community members.
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