CHC: Creating Healthier Communities Elects Edo Banach to its National Board of Directors April 13, 2026 -- CHC: Creating Healthier Communities announced today the unanimous election of healthcare regulatory and policy expert, Edo Banach to CHC's national board of directors. CHC: Creating Healthier Communities is proud to announce the election of Edo Banach to [...]
Creating Healthier Communities Names Dr. Mya O. Price as Executive Vice President & Chief Social Impact Officer We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Mya O. Price as Executive Vice President & Chief Social Impact Officer at Creating Healthier Communities. Dr. Price joins CHC to lead our national social impact strategy: guiding programs, partnerships, policy engagement, [...]
CHC: Creating Healthier Communities Elects Five New Members to its National Board of Directors New board members bring diverse expertise in healthcare, philanthropy, media, and nonprofit leadership to advance CHC's mission ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CHC: Creating Healthier Communities announced today that five distinguished leaders have been unanimously elected to CHC's national [...]
CHC Named 2026 Real Leaders Top Impact Company CHC: Creating Healthier Communities has been named to the 2026 Real Leaders Top Impact Companies list, ranking #68 out of 125 organizations recognized for combining strong performance with meaningful social outcomes. The annual ranking honors businesses and nonprofits that demonstrate leadership in addressing society's most pressing [...]
Elevance Health Foundation Expands Support for Creating Healthier Communities' Better Births Initiative CHC: Creating Healthier Communities is expanding its nationally recognized Better Births Initiative thanks to a new $700,000 investment from Elevance Health Foundation. With proven success in improving full-term birth rates, reducing anxiety, and connecting hundreds of mothers to doula and prenatal support, [...]
How Nonprofit Leaders Can Drive Real Impact Using Their Personal Brands CHC President and CEO, Jean Accius, recently joined other CEOs for a powerful episode of Social Driver’s Chief Influencers podcast. In a conversation centered on authenticity, leadership, and impact, Jean and fellow nonprofit changemakers explored how leaders can use their voices and platforms to [...]
Join CHC for a special Veterans Resource Support Day, connecting Veterans, caregivers, and experts for open conversations and valuable resources. Empowering families with the tools and knowledge to navigate care with confidence.Open Conversations & Shared StoriesHear from Veterans, caregivers, and experts about navigating the VA system and preparing for care needs.Guidance from ExpertsLearn about legal, financial, [...]
Healthy Communities, Healthy Bottom Lines Our CEO, Jean Accius, PhD, recently shared a powerful perspective in Fast Company. While boardrooms focus on risks like economic volatility, cybersecurity, and labor shortages, one risk is too often overlooked. Businesses rely on healthy people and healthy communities. Without them, our workforce, economy, and competitiveness all suffer. That’s [...]
CHC: Creating Healthier Communities Launches First-of-Its-Kind Leadership Council to Strengthen Community Health September 30, 2025, 12:55 GMT Despite spending significantly more on healthcare than other wealthy nations, the United States faces a persistent challenge: widening gaps in health outcomes that weaken communities, strain local economies, and erode workforce resilience. To address this urgent [...]
Gary Jacobs Appointed to CHC: Creating Healthier Communities Board of Directors Healthcare advocate and “Zen lobbyist” brings mindful leadership and decades of policy expertise to advance CHC’s mission. ALEXANDRIA, Va., August 29, 2025 — CHC: Creating Healthier Communities (CHC) is proud to announce the appointment of Gary Jacobs, a seasoned healthcare advocate, entrepreneur, and [...]
