Inform
We keep our community up to date on news, health risks, and resources that affect daily life. We share facts in plain language, in trusted places, and in ways that respect each family's culture and background.
About Community Coalition for Health
Helping Austin families get the health support they deserve
Community Coalition for Health (C2H) is a community health coalition in Texas that connects families in Austin's Eastern Crescent to care, knowledge, and leadership. We offer trusted community health resources in Austin so no one has to figure out the health system alone.
Since 2014, our team has worked side by side with neighbors, schools, churches, and local partners. We help people find coverage, learn about chronic conditions like diabetes, and grow into leaders who can improve health on their own blocks.
2014Founded in east Austin
12+ yearsServing Travis County families
Year roundCare navigation support
Inform.Empower.Inspire.
Our story
Built by neighbors who saw a gap and chose to close it
Dr. Charles A. Moody Jr. and Mia Greer started C2H in 2014 with one clear goal. They wanted to bring health awareness and real support to communities in east Austin that were too often left out.
Their early work focused on diabetes. Many families were living with it, yet few had simple, trusted guidance on how to manage it. C2H built a diabetes education model that has been approved by the American Diabetes Association. That same hands-on, research-based approach now shapes every program we offer.
Today we are a health equity nonprofit in Texas that looks at the whole person. Health is shaped by more than a doctor visit. It is shaped by housing, income, school, safe streets, internet access, and even the summer heat. So we work on all of it, together with the people who live it every day.
We believe people are the experts on their own communities. Our job is to bring the tools, the facts, and the connections, then stand with families as they lead the way.
Mission and vision
Empowering families, strengthening communities, inspiring lifelong wellness
Our mission is to empower, inform, and inspire residents to take charge of their health through accessible education, clinics, and community wellness programs in Austin. Our vision is a city where every family has the knowledge and tools to live well and thrive, no matter their zip code.
Empower
We give people the resources they need to thrive. That means help with coverage and care, free technology, and hands-on training that builds real skills and confidence.
Inspire
We encourage healthy living in body, mind, and spirit. Through mentorship and community events, we help neighbors start healthy habits and keep them going for life.
What we do
Services, programs, and initiatives that meet people where they are
Every offering is free or low barrier and built around real needs we hear from families.
Services
Health access services in Travis County
Health systems can feel confusing. Our Medical Access Program (MAP) navigation and resource connection gives one-on-one guidance so families can find affordable coverage and local support.
- Coverage helpFind and apply for affordable health coverage options.
- System navigationUnderstand next steps, paperwork, and where to go for care.
- Resource connectionLink to food, housing, financial, and family health resources in Austin, TX.
Programs
Health education programs in Travis County
We grow the next generation of health leaders and close the digital divide with culturally responsive health education.
- Community Health Leadership & FellowshipThe paid Community Health Leadership & Fellowship trains college students in health navigation, outreach, and leadership while they mentor high school students.
- CHLF Summer Leadership ProgramHigh school students build leadership skills through mentorship and wellness education.
- Technology Access to Thrive (TAT)Through Technology Access to Thrive, families receive free computers, digital resources, and hands-on support.
Initiatives
Community outreach for health equity
Our events bring neighbors, partners, and researchers together to learn, connect, and take action.
- Healthy Day Community EventPartners, local leaders, and families share ideas and health resources.
- Back 2 School BashFree school supplies, tech support, and resource connections for students.
- Heat Simulation ExperienceThe interactive Heat Simulation Experience shows how extreme heat affects health and how to stay safe.
- C.A.P.H.E.P. Project and Vitals and VibesYear-round outreach on displacement, housing, and wellness.
How we work
Turning confusion into clarity, one family at a time
Too many families face complex health systems with scattered information and no one to call. Our approach is simple and personal.
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Listen
We start by hearing what matters to you. We learn about your family, your goals, and the barriers in your way.
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Connect
We link you to the right care, coverage, and community resources fast, so you save time and avoid missed chances for help.
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Educate
We share clear, culturally responsive health education so you can make informed choices for yourself and your loved ones.
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Lead
We invite neighbors to grow into leaders through fellowships, events, and volunteer roles that create change from within.
Partnerships
A true coalition, powered by trusted partners
The word "coalition" is in our name for a reason. Lasting change happens when community members, researchers, health systems, and faith leaders work as one team.
Our partners help us bring research, data, and resources straight into the neighborhoods that need them most. This underserved community health support reaches people through churches, schools, and local events they already trust.
- The University of Texas at Austin
- Dell Medical School
- Central Health
- City of Austin
- NASA Earth Observations
- American Diabetes Association
- Faith-based organizations
- Local nonprofits
Climate and health in action. Through Austin CARES (Climate Adaptation Resilient Communities), supported by NASA Earth Observations, C2H helps combine satellite data, public health data, and community knowledge. The goal is to protect at-risk neighbors from extreme heat and guide smarter local policy.
Our team
Leaders with deep roots in health, service, and Central Texas
Our team brings decades of experience in nursing, public service, research, and community outreach. Most of all, we bring a lifelong commitment to the families we serve.
Dr. Charles A. Moody Jr.
Founder and Chief StrategistDr. Moody leads C2H's research-based work on health gaps, diabetes, and climate resilience. He holds a Doctor of Strategic Leadership and has served Central Texas as a pastor, police chaplain, and educator for over three decades.
Read bioMia Greer
Chief Executive OfficerMia brings more than 35 years in nursing and healthcare leadership, including 12 years with C2H. She has planned and led C2H's programming and serves as a key link between the community and our work.
Read bioCharles Moody III
Project CoordinatorCharles is a strategist and community advocate with a strong passion for service. He helps keep C2H projects organized, on track, and focused on results for families.
Read bioDavid Lawrence
Community CoordinatorFor the past five years, David has led outreach, engagement, and communications across Central Texas. He helps make sure neighbors know about C2H events and resources.
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Support the mission
Your gift keeps health support close to home
C2H is more than a resource. We are a movement for healthier, stronger, and more connected lives. When you give, you help a neighbor see a doctor, a student lead with purpose, and a family get online for school and work.
Every donation stays local and goes to work in Austin and Travis County.
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Care navigationOne-on-one help so families can find coverage and get the care they need.
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Future health leadersPaid fellowships and summer training for local college and high school students.
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Digital accessFree computers and tech support that open doors to school, jobs, and telehealth.
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Community eventsHealth education, supplies, and heat safety for families across the Eastern Crescent.
Questions
Common questions about C2H
Can't find what you need? Our team is happy to help you find the right program or resource.
Who does Community Coalition for Health serve?
We serve individuals and families across Austin and Travis County, with a focus on the Eastern Crescent. This includes low-income families, people facing housing changes, students, seniors, and anyone who needs help finding care.
Do your services cost money?
Our navigation support, education programs, and community events are offered at no cost to participants. Some programs, like the Community Health Leadership Fellowship, even pay participants for their time.
How can I get help finding health coverage?
Start with our Medical Access Program (MAP). A team member will walk you through your options and connect you with local resources. You can also call or email us to get started.
What makes your health education culturally responsive?
We design lessons with the community, not just for it. We meet in trusted places like churches and schools, use plain language, and respect each family's culture, food traditions, and daily realities.
How can I volunteer or partner with C2H?
We welcome volunteers, schools, faith groups, businesses, and health partners. Visit our Get Involved page to see upcoming events, or reach out to talk about a partnership.
How is my donation used?
Gifts support care navigation, youth leadership, free technology, and community events here in Central Texas. Contact us if you would like to learn more about a specific program you care about.
Together, we bridge the gap between communities and the resources they deserve
Give today to support healthier families in Austin, or reach out to learn how C2H can help you, your family, or your organization.