Center for Healthy Communities

Center for Healthy Communities CHC envisions all Californians with equitable resources to live their healthiest lives. Welcome to the Center for Healthy Communities (CHC) page.

Here you’ll find a variety of useful information, including tips on healthful living, upcoming events, and photos of the CHC team in action! Mission:
The Center for Healthy Communities (CHC) is a leader in nutrition education, food security and physical activity programs and policies addressing the needs of diverse populations locally, regionally, and internationally. CHC provides the infrastruct

ure and coordination of shared resources for interdisciplinary student-faculty-staff research and opportunities for civic engagement and service learning in our communities.

Celebrating 25 Years of CHC 💙Some of the best memories are the ones shared with the people who make the work meaningful....
09/02/2026

Celebrating 25 Years of CHC 💙

Some of the best memories are the ones shared with the people who make the work meaningful.

"I have no idea what we were talking about during the picnic 🤣 However, when I see the picture I smile. It makes me appreciate my wonderful & amazing co-workers that help me be my best self every day and are committed to this work even in challenging times." — Michelle Harris, Project Director

As we celebrate 25 years of the Center for Healthy Communities, we're honoring the people and connections that have shaped our mission and made a lasting impact.

Food Assistance Information: Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity County (August 31 - September 6). The location...
08/31/2026

Food Assistance Information: Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity County (August 31 - September 6). The locations listed are offering food supplies to individuals and families in need. Fliers can also be found on, https://chcfoodassistance.org/local-food-resources

Contact the organizer to confirm availability and hours. **This information is updated every week. Please call the site you plan to visit to check for the latest details, as locations may change and resources can be limited.

Shasta County Office of Education 211 NorCalFirst 5 Siskiyou Children and Families Commission

Food Assistance Information: Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas, & Tehama County (August 31 - September 6). The locations lis...
08/31/2026

Food Assistance Information: Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas, & Tehama County
(August 31 - September 6). The locations listed are offering food supplies to individuals and families in need. Fliers can also be found on, https://chcfoodassistance.org/local-food-resources

Call or text Butte-Glenn 211 (text your zip code to 898211) for further food resources. **This information is updated every week. Please call the site you plan to visit to check for the latest details, as locations may change and resources can be limited.

Community Action Agency of Butte County First 5 Colusa Children & Families Commission

Today we remember someone very close to our CHC family whose life was tragically taken by .💜 1 in 3 female murder victi...
08/28/2026

Today we remember someone very close to our CHC family whose life was tragically taken by .

💜 1 in 3 female murder victims are killed by an intimate partner. If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:

📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
💻 Chat online: thehotline.org
🐾 WellCat Safe Place (Chico State): csuchico.edu/safeplace
📌 Catalyst Domestic Violence Services: https://catalystdvsv.org/

Welcome back, Wildcats! 🎉Whether you're returning to campus or starting your first semester at Chico State, we're excite...
08/25/2026

Welcome back, Wildcats! 🎉

Whether you're returning to campus or starting your first semester at Chico State, we're excited to have you here! Wishing you a year filled with new experiences, meaningful connections, and opportunities to grow.

Here's to an amazing semester. Go Wildcats! 🐾

Food Assistance Information: Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity County (August 24 - 30). The locations listed ...
08/24/2026

Food Assistance Information: Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity County (August 24 - 30). The locations listed are offering food supplies to individuals and families in need. Fliers can also be found on, https://chcfoodassistance.org/local-food-resources

Contact the organizer to confirm availability and hours. **This information is updated every week. Please call the site you plan to visit to check for the latest details, as locations may change and resources can be limited.

Shasta County Office of Education 211 NorCalFirst 5 Siskiyou Children and Families Commission

Food Assistance Information: Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas, & Tehama County (August 24 - 30). The locations listed are o...
08/24/2026

Food Assistance Information: Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Plumas, & Tehama County
(August 24 - 30). The locations listed are offering food supplies to individuals and families in need. Fliers can also be found on, https://chcfoodassistance.org/local-food-resources

Call or text Butte-Glenn 211 (text your zip code to 898211) for further food resources. **This information is updated every week. Please call the site you plan to visit to check for the latest details, as locations may change and resources can be limited.

Community Action Agency of Butte County First 5 Colusa Children & Families Commission

Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day! 💙 Today, we recognize the older adults who strengthen our communities with the...
08/21/2026

Celebrating National Senior Citizens Day! 💙 Today, we recognize the older adults who strengthen our communities with their wisdom, resilience, and experience. We're proud to support programs that help seniors stay healthy, connected, and thriving. Happy National Senior Citizens Day! 🌼

Fresh flavors are waiting at your local farmers' market! 🍑🥬Whether you're stopping by the Chico Wednesday or Saturday Fa...
08/20/2026

Fresh flavors are waiting at your local farmers' market! 🍑🥬

Whether you're stopping by the Chico Wednesday or Saturday Farmers' Market, you'll find seasonal produce, support local farmers, and invest in a healthier community.

If you receive CalFresh benefits, be sure to use Market Match to double your purchasing power on eligible fruits and vegetables. It's a great way to enjoy more fresh, nutritious foods while making the most of your benefits!

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