Neighbors Who Answer the Call: Honoring Hill Country First Responders
Across the Hill Country, first responders are neighbors, coworkers, friends, and volunteers who step forward when our communities need them most. They are law enforcement officers responding to calls at all hours; EMS professionals providing lifesaving care on long rural roads; firefighters protecting homes, ranches, and businesses; and volunteers who
The Power of Connection: Fostering Hope and Preventing Suicide
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, encourage honest conversations about emotional health, and remind people that support is available. In 2024, 48,824 people in the U.S. died by suicide. That same year, an estimated 14.3 million adults seriously considered suicide, 4.6 million made a suicide plan, and
Create Healthy Opens 2026 Fuel to the Fire Application
Community donations to participating Fuel to the Fire nonprofits will be matched dollar-for-dollar through December 31 Create Healthy is inviting Hill Country nonprofits working to improve community health and well-being to apply for the 2026 Fuel to the Fire matching program. Now in its fourth year, Fuel to the Fire
Wellness Educator & Outreach Specialist, Create Healthy Wellness Center
Apply Now Department: Community Outreach Reports To: Wellness Center Director FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Employment Status: Full-Time Position Summary The Wellness Educator & Outreach Specialist serves as an ambassador for Create Healthy and the Wellness Center by promoting healthy lifestyles throughout the community. This position develops
Executive Assistant, Create Healthy
Apply Now Job Title: Executive AssistantLocation: In-Person Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Position Summary The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support to the Create Healthy President/CEO, Executive Team, and office. This position is responsible for ensuring clear communication, efficient scheduling, seamless event execution, and smooth day-to-day operations.Please note: This
Create Healthy Invests in First Responders for a Safer, Healthier Fredericksburg
Create Healthy has contributed $150,000 to the Foundation Funds for the Fredericksburg Police, EMS, and Fire Departments so that more first responders can purchase homes in Gillespie County. Eligible first responders can apply to their specific funds for grants to cover down payments and closing costs associated with a home
Create Healthy Food Security Summit Identifies Priorities for Strengthening Food Access Across the Hill Country
Create Healthy’s Food Security Summit, held last month, brought together community organizations, county and school officials, food bank leaders, law enforcement, educators, and community volunteers to assess food security needs across the Hill Country and identify shared priorities for action. Representatives from Central Texas Food Bank, San Antonio Food Bank,
Healthy Together Helps Families Build a Healthier Future
Helping Families Build Healthy Lifestyles Together To further its mission to promote health and wellness across the Hill Country, Create Healthy offers Healthy Together through the Create Healthy Wellness Center. The free health education and behavior change program helps children and their families address habits that can contribute
Create Healthy Invests in Local Nonprofit Organizations’ Capacity Building & Resilience
This past spring, Create Healthy sponsored a Nonprofit Leadership Development Program through Washington State-based Gonzaga University for leaders from 16 Create Healthy grantee organizations. The multi-month certificate program, through Gonzaga’s School of Leadership Studies, was made available free of charge to participating organizations. The Create Healthy Board of Directors approved
Create Healthy Awards $359,000 in New Grants to Support Hill Country Communities
Funding supports mental health, early childhood development, and healthy living initiatives across the region Create Healthy has awarded a second round of grants this year, continuing its investment in local programs that support healthier communities across the Hill Country. The grants to eight nonprofit organizations total $359,000. Following the recommendation
