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Advancing Community wellness in the Coachella Valley
Learn more about the summit.
The new five-year strategic plan that the Board approved on May 26, 2026 reimagines the agency's role as a health system amplifier.  Learn more.
Meet our Board of Directors
The Desert Healthcare District & Foundation is governed by seven Directors who are elected by Coachella Valley voters to serve a four-year term. Learn more. 
Desert Healthcare District Elections
Four seats on the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board are open this year. They represent zones 1, 3, 5 and 7. Learn more about the District zones (Hummingbird Plan), which cover the entire Coachella Valley.  Candidates can file starting July 15 with the Riverside County of Registrar to run for a Board seat in the November 5, 2024 election. Follow the election updates.

District Awards $676K in May
Five Coachella Valley organizations that provide a variety of services and programs for residents received grants. Read more.
You are welcome!
The Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board of Directors will convene for its monthly meeting on July 28, 2026. All members of the public are welcome to attend in person or virtually. Read more.

Total funds (including community grants) awarded

$114,739,145
Learn more about our grants and how to apply »

Desert Healthcare District & Foundation

MISSION
To improve health access and outcomes for all District residents through strategic funding and partnership-building to advance resilient communities. 

 

VISION


To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.



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Healthy Desert Healthy You Summit to Honor Community Champions Debbie Espinosa & Coachella Valley Housing Coalition

Health summit's inaugural recognition includes the Community Health Impact Award for an organization and the Health Equity Visionary Award for an individual.
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Three incumbents will not seek re-election to Healthcare District Board which has multiple seats on the ballot

Board Directors voluntarily serve a four-year term, supporting and directing the District & Foundation staff in fulfilling their collective mission.
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Desert Healthcare District names 2 keynote speakers for annual Coachella Valley health summit

Lineup of panelists at Sept. 10 summit will include prominent thought leaders in healthcare access, behavioral health, workforce development, and housing.
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