Chuckanut Health Foundation

Look who came to work at CHF today: Harry Potter, Kiki, the Intern and a few more friends! Who said work can't be fun?!?

Our inaugural Scholars Bruncheon was magical. We heard scholars’ stories, found shared connections, and spent time with beloved community members. Scholarships like these are key to empowering the next generation of healthcare providers to build a healthier community where every child gets a healthy start and every person receives the care they need throughout their lifetime. Visionaries started these scholarships; the ripples of their care are being felt throughout our community today! To learn more visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gh_N24n Special thanks to our events sponsors: Hoagland Pharmacy, Peoples Bank (WA), Unity Care NW and Tradewinds Capital Management. Their support made the event a success and ensured that every dollar donated went to our Healthcare Scholarship Fund. Devyn Nixon Pearl Baimpwi Margo Thibodeau Lydia Masombo Rachel Lucy Arielle Furtado David Lynch Tisch Lynch Maria Kirk

We love our team! Thank you for bringing back these learnings from PolicyLink ! Thank you to the beautiful volunteer board members giving your time to service and our community. ???????????????? Erin Lynch - Lance Jones - Miriam Karamoko - Shu-Ling Zhao - Kristina Martens - Nancy McAllister - Terrance “TeeJay” Morris

Our team is growing! New opportunities to work for an organization committed to advancing individual and community health in Whatcom County. We'd love to hear from you!

Check out the powerful call-to-action by CHF's Executive Director, Heather Flaherty in the Cascadia Daily News! In just 1 week we will be convening with hundreds of community members to address the opioid/Fentanyl crisis and it's impact on our young people. We have an incredible line-up of speakers, panelist sessions, discussion groups, and so much more. Thanks to our generous sponsors, there is no cost to attend. Register while there's still space! https://lnkd.in/gfVpDqW5

We are now reviewing proposals for contractors to support early learning and care providers through Technical Assistance. We're accepting proposals through May 20th - get your proposal in soon! Link to full RFP: https://lnkd.in/g8_8i9mB Childcare partners - be on the lookout for more information about how to connect with this Technical Assistance! Sign up for more information and updates from the coalition: https://lnkd.in/gtJs6gzN Background: Since 2012, the health and well-being of young children has been declared a priority in Whatcom County. Recognizing the importance of investing in children during critical periods of growth and development, community members, elected officials, health and social service agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses came together to support The Healthy Children's Fund (Proposition 5) which was approved in November 2022. Our role: Chuckanut Health Foundation is committed to supporting the Healthy Children's Fund and to making sure the implementation stays true to the vision outlined by the community: to ensure that childcare and early learning opportunities in Whatcom County are diverse and tailored to meet the needs of specific communities, by making funding accessible to a broad and representative range of providers. Project Scope: The foundation will hire multiple consultants and match them with a variety of potential Healthy Children Fund applicants to: -Assess project feasibility, funding fit, and consult on project development. -Assist in writing and reviewing grant applications. -Coach and support successful applicants through post-award management. Qualifications: We are looking for contractors with the following mindsets, skills, and experience: -Strengths-based approach and a genuine interest in expanding early learning and care for families. -Experience in providing technical assistance and grant writing. -Familiarity with governmental/public funding sources. Deadline: May 20, 2024 Please submit proposals to: [email protected]

June 25 & 26 is the 2024 All Hands Whatcom Summit! This two-day community summit is focused on learning from our community's youth and the organizations and individuals who support them. The programming will highlight community voices, promote shared learning around systems of prevention and support, and amplify innovative strategies that support our youth into health and thriving adulthood. Who should attend? Everyone! We all have a role to play in cultivating a community where our children, youth, and young adults thrive. Making these changes and investments will require all of us - policy makers, teachers, funders, parents, families, neighbors, elders, schools, government leaders, youth, service providers, and most importantly, YOU! REGISTER https://lnkd.in/g4Da6arG WHEN Tuesday & Wednesday, June 25 & 26 8:30AM - 4:30PM ? WHERE Bellingham High School 2020 Cornwall Ave Bellingham, WA 98225

Our team is growing! New opportunities to work for an organization committed to advancing individual and community health in Whatcom County. We'd love to hear from you!

Join us Saturday April 13th?for the 4th?annual North South Race and Health Equity Conference in Mount Vernon! It will be a day filled with inspiring keynote speakers, engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and actionable strategies to revolutionize patient care for everyone.? ? Two leading voices on addressing racial inequity in healthcare systems will share insights and inspiration from their experiences working within communities.?Dr. Yaw A. Nyame, MD, MS, MBA; a renowned surgeon and researcher will share his groundbreaking work on racial inequities in cancer care. Dr. Paula Houston, Ed.D; UW Medicine's Chief Equity Officer will offer insights on creating a healthcare system that is equitable for all.? ? This conference helps raise funds for the North South Health Equity Scholarships, which support students of color on the path to becoming medical professionals. The conference has been approved for 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.? ? Learn more about the conference, get tickets, and support the future of medicine in the North Sound Region. https://lnkd.in/gyxSWFCe ? Thank you to our amazing conference and scholarship sponsors!?PeaceHealth North Sound Accountable Community of Health (ACH) Unity Care NW Family Care Network Community Health Plan of Washington Skagit Regional Health

Our team is growing! New opportunities to work for an organization committed to advancing individual and community health in Whatcom County. We'd love to hear from you!