Impact Overview
Why Our Work Matters
Guided by our mission to foster a healthy and equitable Pajaro Valley, we support individuals and families across the tri-county region of Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties through advocacy, collaboration, and wellness.
Many individuals and families face barriers to care, nourishment, and wellness that go beyond access alone. Trust, cultural understanding, and safe spaces are essential to meaningful support.
Our work responds to these realities by creating welcoming environments where people feel seen, heard, and supported. We focus on strengths, relationships, and long-term well-being rather than short-term fixes
Services Provided in 2025
Food Programs
Our Food Programs enhance access to fresh food, bolster local food systems, and promote community well-being.
16 Participants at Carey – Davis Community Garden
31 Participants at Muzzio Park Community Garden
37 households gardening
Grand opening of Franich Park Community Garden
We distributed $17,000 worth of produce and grocery items to support the well-being of our patients.
Served 159 patients, reaching 562 people total, when including household members.
Wellness Programs
Our Wellness Programs are open to everyone without a referral and aim to improve quality of life.
Offered screenings at 4 locations across Santa Cruz & Monterey County.
Provided 291 community members with free health screenings and personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance from a Nurse Practitioner and Registered Dietitian
52 Edible Education Attendees
29 Active Wellness Participants
Care Programs
Our Care Programs offer medical, behavioral, and social support to improve health outcomes with family-centered services.
2,168 Total Number of Visits
36% Diabetes Management
63% Medical Nutrition Therapy
A Closer Look at Our Services in Action
VeggieRx
Veggie Rx increases access to fresh produce for participants with specific health needs while supporting local farmers and the regional food system.
Food as preventive care.
182 participants enrolled
2,178 medically tailored produce boxes delivered
21 cities reached across the Tri-County area
Percentage of VeggieRx produce boxes delivered by county
Active Wellness
Active Wellness programs create regular opportunities for community members to stay active.
Group-based movement classes offered throughout the year
Classes include Yoga and Zumba
Focus on movement, strength, and overall well-being
Designed to support consistent, accessible physical activity
Engagement across Active Wellness programs.
Nutrition Services
Nutrition Services provide individualized nutrition support across the lifespan, with a focus on prevention and chronic disease management.
Medical Nutrition Therapy for individualized care planning
Diabetes management support focused on long-term health
Services supported all ages, with 35% of visits for youth and 65% for adults.
Number of Patient Visits by Nutrition Service Type
Help Move Our Work Forward
As community needs evolve, our work continues alongside our neighbors across the Pajaro Valley and the tri-county region. This impact is made possible through the help of our partners, volunteers, and community members.
Giving to the work of CHT means your support is investing in wellness opportunities, expanding access to wellness services, and partnering to advance health equity. Donate today to be a part of this transformative change!
