Teaming with Our Communities for a Stronger, Healthier Contra Costa

We distribute grants and partner with community-based, nonprofit organizations to create sustainable health initiatives that address the root causes of poor health in Central and East Contra Costa County.

Since our inception, we have invested more than $35 million in these health initiatives.

What we do

Our Impact

$35M

invested since 1997

28

Years in
Operation

117

Partner
Organizations

Our Funding Priorities

We address the social determinants of health by partnering strategically to drive lasting, systematic change.

Our priorities

Healthcare Access & Behavioral Health

Economic Mobility & Dignity

Education & Mentorship

Food Access

Housing

Through our deep commitment to health equity and community-led initiatives, the John Muir Community Health Fund passionately champions individual and community well-being. We are a separately incorporated 501(c)(3) supporting organization that receives generous financial support from John Muir Health. Our work aligns with and compliments John Muir Health’s overarching community strategy.

Our Partners

Our current work is aimed at creating valuable initiatives that deliver services to improve and maintain the health status of uninsured, underinsured, and underserved people in Central and East Contra Costa County.

Featured Partner

People Who Care Children Association

Provides free mental health counseling, job and life skills training, mentorship programs, and volunteer opportunities for youth in Pittsburg, CA.

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