Informed by the latest research on employment, health and regional economic development, the initiative seeks to improve the health of people who live in very poor California communities by connecting them to economic opportunities. CWBH is jointly operated by the two foundations and is headquartered in San Francisco.

EHC was one of four local organizations to selected for funding by CWBH. The others are San Diego Organizing Project, MAAC Project, and the United African American Ministerial Action Council. San Diego is one of four regions in the state selected by CWBH, the others being Los Angeles, Fresno and Sacramento.

The goal of CWBH is to increase the capacity of community organizations within each region to improve health by increasing the rate and quality of jobs. The initiative is working to enhance each organization’s capacity to link low-income neighborhood residents to employment and advancement opportunities.

EHC’s focus is to ensure that worker and community health and safety are an integral part of any job development effort. "We have always believed that systemic change must be driven by grassroots organizations, and we greatly appreciate CWBH’s support with this organization-building grant," said Diane Takvorian, Executive Director of EHC. "We look forward to working with the other local grantees."