Health for All
Our vision is for every Angeleno to be healthy, regardless of their zip code, income, race, or immigration status. We focus on those with the least access to resources, and communities facing the most significant barriers, to create a healthier future for all Angelenos.
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Benefits for All
When Angelenos don’t have to choose between paying for a medical visit, food, rent, or bills, our communities can achieve their highest levels of health, security and well-being. We believe that all residents—regardless of their income, zip code, race, or immigration status—should have access to programs and benefits that promote health and reduce these difficult choices. Many residents who need health coverage, food assistance, rental subsidies, or other support cannot access these services alone. The California Community Foundation (CCF) provides grants to nonprofits serving immigrants, individuals experiencing homelessness, victims of violence, and income-eligible families. These organizations offer personalized support in completing applications for CalFresh, Medi-Cal, tax credits, housing vouchers, and even citizenship or residency applications. Through our Centinela Medical and Community Funds, CCF supports hospitals and nonprofits that provide healthcare and health education to economically disadvantaged residents in greater South Los Angeles. Since 1999, these funds have granted approximately $50 million to hospitals and community-based organizations. For more information visit our health media center. |
Making a Difference
Building healthier communities requires more than access to direct care; it involves tackling the root causes of health disparities. CCF unites nonprofits and institutions to address these underlying issues while empowering health leaders and community advocates to strengthen public health programs and systems.
Our Strategic Priority Projects
Centinela Valley Medical and Community Funds
Grants from the Centinela Valley Medical and Community Funds help support eligible hospitals and community-based organizations in creating community engagement and improving health opportunities in the region for economically disadvantaged residents in the Centinela Valley and surrounding areas. Areas include Inglewood, Hawthorne, Lennox, Los Angeles, El Segundo, Watts, Compton and Lawndale.
Enrolling Eligible Immigrants in Medi-Cal Health Coverage
CCF funds diverse community-based organizations providing legal aid, immigration, health, and public benefits to underserved populations, including immigrants. These organizations, including community health centers, offer in-language guidance and personalized assistance to help community members enroll in, retain, and effectively use public benefits such as Medi-Cal. With California’s recent expansion of Medi-Cal eligibility for undocumented residents ages 26-29, CCF’s support enables these centers to reach more eligible immigrants, providing vital preventative care, managing chronic conditions, and helping families overcome barriers to healthcare access.
Helping Providers Serving People Experiencing Homelessness Sustain Their Organizations
Elevating service providers’ perspectives and experiences is essential to promoting high-quality care for our unhoused neighbors as we work to end homelessness in Los Angeles collectively. CCF leads a learning collaborative of homeless service providers by centering capacity-building support, advocacy, and infrastructure development to create increased opportunities and explore sustainable funding sources for providers, informed […]
Preventing Trauma and Violence Across Los Angeles County
In partnership with CCF, the Department of Public Health’s Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) has awarded $22.7 million in ARPA funds to 56 community-based organizations across Los Angeles County to support violence prevention initiatives. This funding spans eight key areas, including crisis response, youth programs, and trauma-informed care, aiming to prevent violence, address contributing factors, and expand access to healing-centered services.
