CHMRC Community NetworkNews
On December 11th and 12th, Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) hosted its annual Food Insecurity Conference, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to address the critical issue of hunger and its impact on communities across the nation and worldwide. The event was a resounding success, filled with insightful discussions, collaborative brainstorming, and a renewed commitment to tackling food insecurity head-on.
CHMRC proudly announces the award of a $25,000 grant by the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls (CCSWG). The grant is part of a state funded $5 million dollar investment in women’s ongoing pandemic economic recovery statewide.
We are in full swing at our flagship hub in Solano, Ca. We want to take a moment to spotlight one of the organizations we are proud to call a partner! CHMRC partners with La Familia Sana to offer PPE to Sonoma County nonprofits and farmworkers.
CHMRC is proud to announce a significant milestone in our journey – the appointment of Ellen Young as our Chief Executive Officer. Young’s outstanding contributions during her tenure as Interim Executive Director have been pivotal in guiding CHMRC's evolution from pandemic response to a steadfast focus on community resilience. We are delighted to welcome her to this new leadership role.
On October 2, 2023, CHMRC made a significant contribution by delivering over half a million medical gloves and face shields to La Familia Sana, aimed at supporting local Sonoma County community-based safety net nonprofits. These nonprofits play a crucial role in assisting families and farmworkers in Northern Sonoma County and Southern Mendocino County.
Located in the Solano Town Center Mall, we can offer an open meeting space to support up to 40 people for trainings, presentations, community events and more. We have been proud to host American Red Cross, Leaders of Men, League of Women Voters, and the PAL Teen Center. We would love to host you!
Welcome to the first edition of our newsletter! We are thrilled to bring you the latest updates, insights and resources on the pursuit of health equity and building community resilience. We aim to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities surrounding health disparities and empower communities to drive positive change.
In early 2021, when the COVID-19 vaccine became available, Diana Bell’s church, Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Fairfield, California, became a vaccination site and called on volunteers to help. As someone eager to get vaccinated, Diana saw this as an opportunity to increase her chances of getting her vaccine early.
