Champion for Vibrant Health: Adrian’s World
Felicia Guzman’s idea of a nonprofit to support parents and families of children with Autism and other neurodivergent disabilities came to her at an unexpected place: an NFL game.
Champion for Vibrant Health: Community Health Action Network
Over 15 years ago, CJ Page received a life-changing diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. Instead of letting it limit him, he was motivated to create positive change for himself and his community. In 2009 he founded Community Health Action Network (CHAN) with a mission to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes for children and families in the High Desert.
Champion for Vibrant Health: CCS Education and Wellness Center
To address growing demand, especially among vulnerable populations, they leverage student therapists in their final semester of graduate programs. These therapists provide services while gaining supervised client care hours, allowing the organization to serve more clients and expand its reach. Chief Operating & Finance Officer Sherry Shockey-Pope highlighted the importance of investing in nonprofit business operations and discussed trends and challenges in behavioral health.