Everyone’s health is important. Every community, every family, everyone.
The health of one community affects those around it. Keeping all Americans healthy and safe is the best way to build a strong country and ensure everyone has the ability to live their healthiest life.
Learn how when we strengthen communities through partnerships, we strengthen health for all:
Examples of Our Work Supporting Communities
Project Spotlight:
Millions of Americans struggle with hunger. Millions more struggle with diet-related diseases—like heart disease and diabetes, some of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. While the effects of hunger impact many Americans, that toll disproportionately impacts underserved communities, communities of color, low-income families and rural Americans. Learn more about our work addressing hunger, nutrition and health in the United States.
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Learn more about how you can help the CDC Foundation meet the needs of communities across the country.
Community-based organizations are critical to public health. Their work protects and saves lives in neighborhoods across the country every day. Learn more about how we work with community-based organizations.
If you’re interested in a career in public health, find out how you can gain onsite experience for future careers in public health through the Public Health Americorps program.