Sierra Health Foundation is a private philanthropy that forges new paths to promote health, racial equity and racial justice in partnership with communities, organizations and leaders.
We are committed to reducing health disparities through convening, educating and strategic grantmaking.
The Center at Sierra Health Foundation
We founded The Center in 2012 to deepen our impact statewide, with a special focus on the San Joaquin Valley. The Center works to promote health, racial equity and racial justice in communities throughout California with local, state and national partners.
Every person in California should be able to live a healthy life. That’s the vision we stand by and the journey we are committed to.
Our Programs and Initiatives
Sierra Health Foundation promotes health, racial equity and racial justice in 26 Northern California counties, while The Center works with local, state and national partners throughout the state.
Recent News
Emergency Food4All Effort Grants $350,000 in Emergency Food Aid as Millions Lose Access to SNAP Benefits
November 7, 2025
In response to the federal government shutdown and the resulting pause in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Sierra Health Foundation has launched a rapid-response Food4All initiative to address urgent food insecurity across Northern and Central California. Continue reading...
Amplifying Community Voice at the Health Matters Gubernatorial Forum
November 5, 2025
At Sierra Health Foundation, we believe health is about much more than health care. True health looks like abundant economic opportunity, safe and affordable housing, clean air and water, and strong community relationships. Yet for too many Californians, these essentials remain out of reach. That’s why we’re proud to co-sponsor the Health Matters Gubernatorial Forum on November 7 in the Inland Empire—a first-of-its-kind, nonpartisan event where four leading candidates for California’s next governor will engage directly with community voices about what matters most for their health and well-being. Continue reading...
Standing United for Immigrant Justice and Dignity
July 21, 2025
We stand in unwavering solidarity with Sacramento’s immigrant communities. Together, we condemn the recent ICE raids and the systemic violations of civil and constitutional rights targeting immigrant families.